Hacker NewsDec 14, 2024
South Korea's parliament votes to impeach President over his martial law order
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South Korea’s parliament votes to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea’s parliament has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law decree, a move that ended days of political paralysis but set up an intense debate over Yoon’s fate. Jubilant crowds have roared to celebrate another defiant moment in the country’s resilient democracy. The National Assembly passed Yoon's impeachment motion in a 204-85 vote on Saturday. Yoon’s presidential powers and duties have been suspended. The Constitutional Court has up to 180 days to determine whether to dismiss Yoon as president or restore his powers. If he’s thrown out of office, a national election to choose his successor must be held within 60 days.

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 Hacker NewsAug 24, 2023
Seafood banned after Japan starts releasing Fukushima nuclear wastewater
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Fukushima: China bans seafood from Japan after the nuclear plant starts releasing wastewater

Japan’s tsunami-wrecked nuclear power plant in Fukushima is releasing its first batch of treated radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean. The operator showed in live video a staff member turn on a seawater pump on Thursday, starting the controversial project that’s expected to last for decades. China responded by banning seafood from Japan, effective immediately. Shortly after China’s announcement, the plant's operator said it will compensate Japanese business owners for damages suffered by export bans over the wastewater release. The Japanese government and the operator say the treatment and dilution exceeds international safety standards. Still, some scientists say the long-term impact needs attention.

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