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Syrian nuclear reactor could have been useful for weapons, IAEA chief says

Syrian nuclear reactor could have been useful for weapons, IAEA chief says

By Francois Murphy VIENNA, Sept 7 (Reuters) - The nuclear reactor Syria had nearly completed in 2007 when Israeli jets destroyed it was of a type that could quickly produce fissile material usable in nuclear weapons, U.N. nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said on Monday.
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North Korea adds second naval destroyer as US, South Korea and Japan hold military exercise

North Korea adds second naval destroyer as US, South Korea and Japan hold military exercise

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has put his second naval destroyer into service and called for building a more reliable nuclear deterrent
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IAEA Seeks Safeguards Technology Expert for DPRK Nuclear Verification Mission

IAEA Seeks Safeguards Technology Expert for DPRK Nuclear Verification Mission

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is actively recruiting a Safeguards Technology Expert (DPRK) at the P4 level to contribute to its nuclear verification mission in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). This role is based in Vienna, Austria, and involves conducting analyses using all available safeguards-relevant information. The expert will support the IAEA's enhanced readiness activities for the DPRK and contribute to the development of plans and procedures for verification and monitoring activities in the region, contingent on approval by the Board of Governors. The position requires a specialist in safeguards technology and analysis, with expertise in nuclear non-proliferation, nuclear-related research, or nuclear safeguards implementation. The selected individual will also act as a cross-functional coordinator, ensuring alignment of analytical requirements, safeguards concepts, equipment capabilities, and operational considerations across relevant organizational units. The appli...
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North Korea adds second destroyer as US, South Korea and Japan hold military exercise

North Korea adds second destroyer as US, South Korea and Japan hold military exercise

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has put his second naval destroyer into service and called for building a more reliable nuclear deterrent
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The labor movement won these jobs. Michigan is losing them. | Opinion

The labor movement won these jobs. Michigan is losing them. | Opinion

Federal workforce cuts aren't hurting Washington most. They're affecting Michigan veterans, seniors and local economies.
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House Democrats Face Internal Discord Over Procedural Vote, Raising Concerns for Future Majority

House Democrats Face Internal Discord Over Procedural Vote, Raising Concerns for Future Majority

House Democrats are grappling with internal divisions after two moderate members, Washington Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Maine Rep. Jared Golden, broke ranks to support a Republican-backed procedural measure. This move allowed a series of bills to advance, including legislation introduced by Golden to delay federal whale protections impacting lobster fishing, and a resolution condemning socialism. The defiance of these two Democrats, who cited the interests of their constituents, triggered strong reactions within the party. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries initially called it a 'significant breach of trust' and vowed a 'serious response,' though he later softened his stance after a 'productive conversation' with Gluesenkamp Perez. This incident has highlighted potential challenges for Democrats if they regain a slim majority in the House, drawing parallels to the dysfunction observed within the Republican caucus due to their narrow margins.
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Armed man charged toward Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, law enforcement says

Armed man charged toward Democratic candidate for Ohio governor at fair, law enforcement says

The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an armed assailant charged toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before he was stopped by troopers
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Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites

Iran's Hormuz leverage wanes as US economic squeeze bites

By Samia Nakhoul ISTANBUL, Sept 6 (Reuters) - Six months after a conflict that rattled markets and pushed the Gulf to the brink of a wider war, the tide may be turning against Iran as Washington unleashes an unprecedented economic offensive to achieve what military force could not.
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IAEA and Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Host Summer Camp for Children of Ukrainian Nuclear Power Plant Employees

IAEA and Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Host Summer Camp for Children of Ukrainian Nuclear Power Plant Employees

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, recently concluded a pilot summer camp in Vienna. The camp hosted 30 children from families of employees at Ukrainian nuclear power plants and the State Nuclear Regulatory Inspectorate of Ukraine. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga announced the successful completion of the program. The initiative aimed to provide a safe and carefree environment for these children, whose parents are crucial in ensuring nuclear safety in Ukraine. The program offered them an opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a secure setting. Foreign Minister Sibiga expressed gratitude to IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi and Austrian Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Raisinger for their support and implementation of the project, hoping for its continuation in the future.
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US and allies want IAEA board to report Iran to UN Security Council, diplomats say

US and allies want IAEA board to report Iran to UN Security Council, diplomats say

By Francois Murphy and John Irish VIENNA/PARIS, Sept 4 (Reuters) - The U.S. and its allies Britain, France and Germany are pushing other countries on the U.N. nuclear watchdog's board to pass a resolution next week reporting Iran to the U.N.
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ICE officer charged in Minnesota shooting released on bond

ICE officer charged in Minnesota shooting released on bond

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been released from federal custody after appearing in court on charges of lying to investigators about the circumstances that led to the shooting of a Venezuelan man during the Minnesota immigration crackdown last winter
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Senators Rounds and Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Ranch Act to Rebuild U.S. Cattle Herd

Senators Rounds and Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Ranch Act to Rebuild U.S. Cattle Herd

Senators Mike Rounds of South Dakota and Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota have introduced the bipartisan Rebuilding America’s National Cow Herd, or Ranch Act. This legislation aims to establish a voluntary grassland restoration program, potentially making up to 20 million additional acres available for grazing. Senator Rounds described this proposal as an alternative approach to the administration's current strategies for addressing the nation's cattle supply. The initiative comes amidst broader efforts in Washington to tackle issues such as cattle supply, producer risk, and the long-term stability of the U.S. beef industry. The Ranch Act is being considered alongside other measures, including the USDA's Rancher’s First initiative, which offers a new insurance option to help ranchers protect the economic value of retaining heifers for breeding stock for up to two years. This new insurance aims to mitigate the financial risks associated with the long-term investment of keeping heifers, a decision that can be diff...