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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's claims about nuclear energy delivering cheaper electricity and being the only pathway to net zero by 2050 are factually inaccurate, according to an article in the Saturday Paper. Dutton's case for nuclear power is based on the supposedly cheap electricity prices in Ontario, Canada, but he ignores the financial struggles of Ontario Power Generation, the province's domestic supplier. The article also highlights the cost overruns and technical problems associated with nuclear projects, as well as the challenges of waste disposal and decommissioning. The author questions Dutton's motives and suggests that Australia should focus on capitalizing on its abundant wind and solar resources instead of pursuing nuclear power. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) ruling in favor of the Oglala Sioux Tribe regarding the proposed Powertech uranium mine in South Dakota, U.S. and discusses the requirement for the EPA to reconsider its permitting decisions.

The article announces the "Protect the Black Hills from Mining" summit scheduled for August 20-22, aimed at addressing concerns over expanding uranium and gold mining in the Black Hills. It also discusses the historical significance of the Black Hills, ongoing mining projects by Dakota Gold and F3 Gold, and the expansion of lithium mining, highlighting the environmental and regulatory challenges faced by local and tribal groups.

Tens of thousands of protesters in Serbia have taken to the streets to oppose a proposed lithium mine, with suspected Russian disinformation fueling the protests. The US and Germany believe that Russia is playing a major role in stoking opposition to the project in order to undermine Europe's access to lithium and prevent Serbia from fostering closer ties with the West. The mine, owned by Rio Tinto, is expected to produce battery-grade lithium carbonate and contribute to Serbia's gross domestic product. However, concerns about the project's environmental impact have led to widespread opposition. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses Yhonnie Scarce's retrospective exhibition, "The Light of Day," at the Art Gallery of Western Australia. Scarce, a Kokatha and Nukunu artist, explores themes of colonization, science, kinship, and poison through her artworks composed of glass, fabric, ceramic, and metal. The exhibition sheds light on the dark history of nuclear testing in inland South Australia and its impact on Indigenous peoples and the environment. Scarce's artworks capture the legacy of nuclear testing and bring unacknowledged histories to the forefront. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on U.S. President Joe Biden's proclamation of a new national monument near the Grand Canyon to safeguard Indigenous people's sacred sites as part of the president's attempts to address climate change and economic concerns. It reports that, according to Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, the monument will prohibit new uranium mining claims in the area and is considered historic, with the goal of preserving indigenous traditions and the environment.

The article focuses on President Biden's likely announcement of a new national monument around the Grand Canyon to protect a million acres of land from uranium mining. Topics include consultations with Native tribes, environmental groups, and Arizona representatives; the potential for permanent protection of the area; and the economic impact on mining companies and local communities.

The article focuses on the lack of recognition and representation of the impact of the world's first nuclear bomb test, code-named Trinity, on the lives and health of the people of southern New Mexico, and the missed opportunity in the film "Oppenheimer" to shed light on their experiences.

The article focuses on the detrimental effects of uranium mining on the Navajo people's health, environment, and well-being, as well as the need for recognition, justice, and compensation for the suffering endured due to America's pursuit of nuclear hegemony.

Byline: Juliet Eilperin A uranium company launched a concerted lobbying campaign to scale back Bears Ears National Monument, saying such action would give it easier access to the area's uranium [...]

Rising fuels prices at the beginning of January ignited a wave of protests across Kazakhstan. Notably, uranium mining has seen huge growth over the past decade, making the country currently the world's largest producer and exporter of uranium. [Extracted from the article]

Kazakhstan has long been regarded as one of the more successful former Soviet countries in Central Asia, growing faster than its neighbors and attracting foreign investment. Yet Kazakhstan's relative prosperity hasn't protected the country's leadership from popular anger over corruption, low salaries and the outsize wealth of a small group of oligarchs. Yet Kazakhstan's relative prosperity hasn't protected the country's leadership from popular anger over corruption, low salaries and the outsize wealth of a small group of oligarchs. Kazakhstan has long been regarded as one of the more successful former Soviet countries in Central Asia, growing faster than its neighbors and attracting foreign investment. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses Russian atomic energy agency Rosatom's takeover of Canadian uranium-mining company Uranium One, noting that several individuals involved in selling Uranium One to Rosatom have made substantial donations to former U.S. President Bill Clinton's Clinton Foundation charity. Topics addressed include former U.S. secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton's possible role in supporting the deal, as well as mining financier Frank Giustra's large donations to the Clinton Foundation.

The article offers information that the U.S. Energy Department Secretary Jennifer Granholm has planned to establish a reserve for uranium pushed by the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump to increase mining and nuclear energy potential, as of June 2021.

Discusses the plans of Hydro Resources Inc. to open three uranium mines at Navajo in Arizona. Highlights of the disputes as protesting Navajos take their case to Washington; Harmful effects of the radioactive dust and water to the men of Navajo; Details on the uranium production in the Four Corners region in the United States.

The article talks about the Russian offer to engage India in the construction of Russian designed nuclear power stations in third nations, joint natural uranium extraction, nuclear fuel generation and atomic waste removal partnership including building of nuclear power units in India.