Tech Podcast: Japan’s nuclear crisis
This is one of the damaged reactors from the Fukushima nuclear plant in Japan. During the past week, the plant has been the focus of global attention, as plant operators try to avoid the release of radioactive material, caused by damage wrought by last week's earthquake and subsequent tsunami. On this week's Tech Podcast, you'll hear a variety of viewpoints on the unfolding crisis. (Photo: BBC screengrab)
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