2 explosions near Baghdad kill 35 civilians
Double blasts north of Baghdad have killed at least 35 people and injured 50 others. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 1:53 JST).
Panasonic unveils rechargeable LED light
Japanese electronic giant Panasonic has unveiled new products to help people cope with the anticipated power blackouts this summer. Japan is facing serious power shortages after the earthquake on March 11th. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 1:53 JST).
Parts of reactor cover arriving at Fukushima plant
Sections for covers that will contain radioactive materials released from the damaged reactors at the Fukushima Daiichi plant have begun arriving at the site. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 7:11 JST).
WTO rules against China's rare metal export limit
The World Trade Organization has found that China's export controls on rare metals and other mineral resources are in violation of WTO rules. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 7:11 JST).
Survey: 55% of firms can meet 15% reduction target
About half of the firms in a new survey can meet the power-saving target set by the Japanese government to cope with electricity shortages this summer. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 7:11 JST).
EU bans Egypt seed imports after E. coli outbreaks
The European Union has banned imports of some seeds from Egypt, linking Egyptian beans to the recent E. coli outbreaks in Germany and France. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 8:33 JST).
Portugal debt rating downgraded by 4 notches
A US credit rating agency has downgraded Portugal's long-term debt by 4 notches on concerns about the European nation's ability to cut its fiscal deficit amid the economic slump. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 8:50 JST).
Radioactive strontium to be closely monitored
Japan's science and technology ministry says tests have found no radioactive strontium in the seabed off the northern Pacific coast. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 8:33 JST).
Heavy rain floods inland China
Floods and mudslides triggered by heavy rain are wreaking havoc in inland China, affecting more than 2 million people. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 9:38 JST).
Israeli airstrike in Gaza kills 2
The Israeli military struck the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, killing 2 people who were believed to be members of a radical Islamist group. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 10:16 JST).
New complaint filed in France against Strauss-Kahn
A French author has filed a criminal complaint against Dominique Strauss-Kahn, the former chief of the International Monetary Fund, accusing him of rape 8 years ago. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 11:57 JST).
Kan under increasing pressure to resign
Prime Minister Naoto Kan is under growing pressure to step down following the resignation of his reconstruction minister. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 11:58 JST).
Britain ensures adequate safety at London Olympics
British Home Secretary Theresa May said authorities will take all possible measures to ensure adequate security at the London Olympics, which begin in July next year. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 12:28 JST).
Gov't plans additional nuclear safety tests
Japan's industry minister Banri Kaieda says the ministry will do stress tests at nuclear power plants to assure local residents they are safe. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 11:58 JST).
TEPCO says reactor cooling on target at 80 percent
Tokyo Electric Power Company says its system for recycling highly-radioactive water at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant is operating slightly below target at 80 percent capacity. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 12:41 JST).
Plaintiffs demand decommission of Hamaoka reactors
In a high court session in Tokyo, residents living near the Hamaoka nuclear power plant in central Japan have called for the immediate decommissioning of all the facility's reactors. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 14:22 JST).
New makeshift bridge completed in Minami Sanriku
The opening of a makeshift bridge on a road running through a town devastated by the March 11th earthquake is offering residents hope. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 13:37 JST).
Background on nuclear stress tests
The so-called "stress tests" on nuclear reactors were introduced by the European Union following the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi plant. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 12:27 JST).
China may appeal WTO ruling on rare metals
China has suggested it will appeal a ruling by the World Trade Organization over its export controls of rare metals and other mineral resources. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 14:21 JST).
Kan apologizes for Matsumoto's resignation
Prime Minister Naoto Kan has acknowledged responsibility for appointing former reconstruction minister Ryu Matsumoto, but repeated his willingness to remain in power until the Diet enacts 3 key bills. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 15:12 JST).
Tanabata wishes made for disaster survivors
Victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake are making wishes for survivors of the March 11th disaster based on the traditional Japanese star festival known as Tanabata. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 16:35 JST).
Microbes used to remove cesium in water and soil
Japanese researchers have found that microbes could help remove cesium from water and soil, raising hopes for their use in decontamination efforts around the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 16:28 JST).
Fuji Heavy Industries hopes to boost China sales
Japanese automaker Fuji Heavy Industries says it plans to increase its sales in fast-growing emerging economies, including China. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 17:04 JST).
Nikkei stock index ends day above 10,000
Tokyo's Nikkei stock index has ended the day above the 10,000 mark for the first time in about 2 months, on expectations of a recovery by Japanese manufacturers following the March 11th disaster. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 17:05 JST).
Key economic index up for 2nd consecutive month
A key Japanese economic index rose in May for the second straight month. The increase is being attributed to a recovery in supply networks that had been disrupted following the March 11th disaster. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 17:30 JST).
Nearly 200 illegal migrants drown off Sudan
Nearly 200 illegal migrants have reportedly died in the Red Sea off Sudan after their boat caught fire and sank. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 18:39 JST).
Fishermen urge caution on special economic zone
Japanese fishermen are urging the government to be cautious in setting up a special economic zone to help rebuild the fishing industry in disaster-hit northeastern Japan. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 17:48 JST).
Police thank corgi for protecting children
Tokyo police have sent a rare letter of thanks to a dog for guarding school children at a crosswalk during Japan's spring and autumn traffic safety campaign. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 17:48 JST).
28 killed in airstrikes by Sudan's north
At least 28 people have been killed in airstrikes against Sudan's disputed central state of South Kordofan and towns that include an oil-rich field. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 19:44 JST).
Govt to conduct stress tests at all nuclear plants
Japan's government plans to conduct stress tests at all of the country's nuclear power plants on the initiative of Prime Minister Naoto Kan. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 20:35 JST).
Wastewater filters not working to capacity
The operator of the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant says it will look into why the filters in its cooling system to recycle radioactive wastewater are working at a rate far below the initial estimate. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 19:15 JST).
Kan orders new rules to restart nuclear reactors
Prime Minister Naoto Kan has ordered members of his cabinet in charge of supervising nuclear plants to set new rules on restarting reactors after regular inspections. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 20:25 JST).
Massive dust storm descends on Phoenix area
A massive dust storm has swept through the US state of Arizona, delaying flights and knocking out power. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 19:58 JST).
Mitsubishi develops electric car
Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors says it has developed an electric vehicle that can also serve as an emergency power source for households. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 19:58 JST).
China raises interest rates
China's central bank says it will raise its main lending and deposit rates by a quarter percentage point from Thursday. (NHK World Daily News, 06 Jul 21:43 JST).
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