World
Hungarians Sink Barges to Save Paks Nuclear Plant from Shutdown
Historically low Danube water levels have pushed Hungary's only nuclear power plant to the brink of shutdown, prompting the Budapest government to resort to radical measures, from building a stone weir to sinking 80-meter barges.
World
Danube Reveals Riverbed in Budapest
Record-low water levels due to prolonged drought have exposed parts of the riverbanks and bridge pillars in the Hungarian capital, while operations at the Paks nuclear power plant have been reduced to a minimum.
World
Hungary Restarts Turbines at Paks: Danube Rises by 19 Centimeters
After weeks of operating at just 10 percent capacity due to record-low water levels, the Paks nuclear power plant is slowly returning to operation. Prime Minister Magyar also announced long-term solutions, including a public tender for wind farms.
World
Hungary Shuts Down Paks Nuclear Plant for First Time in 44 Years
Amid record-low Danube water levels and extreme heat expected to hit 42°C, Hungary declares a state of emergency and fully halts its only nuclear power plant.
Politics
Magyar Warns: Hungary Faces Its Most Critical Five Days
Record-low Danube water levels due to prolonged drought have forced Hungary's only nuclear power plant to halt operations for the first time in over four decades, and the country is bracing for another heatwave.
