May 20, 2019 · Chernobyl was the site of the world’s worst nuclear disaster. But a generation on, life is returning to areas once exposed to lethal amounts of radiation.

Aug 6, 2019 · Children of Chernobyl are taking radiation holidays, but there aren't enough hosts for them. They suffer from health problems such as enlarged thyroids, cancer and respiratory illnesses.

May 24, 2019 · Also in this week's edition, read about the universities with the most impact and Bill Gates’ 3 solutions for climate change.

Nov 25, 2019 · Around the world, former industrial areas are being repurposed as beautiful green spaces to benefit urban residents and the planet.

Apr 26, 2016 · The 30th anniversary of the nuclear disaster at Chernobyl is being commemorated in Ukraine. Even now, decades after the meltdown, the impact of the explosion at reactor 4 of the …

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Nov 11, 2019 · In April 1986, fires and explosions broke out at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine. The resulting radioactive contamination affected an area of almost 30,000 square …

Oct 9, 2018 · Ukraine unveiled Chernobyl solar farm on Friday, just across from where a power station, now encased in a giant sarcophagus, caused the world's worst nuclear disaster three decades ago.

Jan 12, 2026 · The World Economic Forum publishes a comprehensive series of reports which examine in detail the broad range of global issues it seeks to address with stakeholders as part of its mission …