Today's Top 3 News: Bill Gates' Story of Failed Nuclear Project with China

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Here are the highlights: Criteria for Unruly Children Who Could Be Sent to Military Barracks; List of Baeksang Arts Awards 2025 Winners; and 7 Most Beautiful Banknotes in the World That Redefine Currency Design.

The following is the list of the top 3 news on Tempo English today:

1. Bill Gates' Story of Failed Nuclear Project with China

Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates revealed that his nuclear company failed to build a nuclear power plant project with China due to the United States government.

Bill Gates revisited the incident when he met with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Indonesian conglomerates at Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on May 7, 2025. At that time, Prabowo's brother, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, asked Bill Gates about his views on nuclear power plants and the environment.

Gates explained that he founded TerraPower in 2006 to build efficient and affordable nuclear reactors. This led to the development of the Small Modular Reactor (SMR), a fourth-generation mini nuclear reactor.

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2. 7 Most Beautiful Banknotes in the World That Redefine Currency Design

Countries design their currencies through arduous processes that involve design and durable tests.

Beyond its relevance as part of the government body, these most beautiful banknotes in the world also actively discourage counterfeits due to its complex aesthetics.

Whether it's for their printing distinction or hologram integration, these banknotes are both beautiful and secured.  Various sources have listed the world’s prettiest currencies, with the inclusion of Fiji Dollar and New Zealand Dollar.

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3. Papal Conclave: Vatican Says First Smoke Expected to Rise Wednesday Evening

On May 7, 2025, black smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel's chimney, signaling that the 133 cardinals participating in the papal conclave had not yet elected a new pope on the first day of voting.

The cardinal electors entered the chapel on Wednesday around 04:30 PM local time. This was followed by a catechesis delivered by Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa and the cardinals’ swearing of the oath to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of the election.

The voting could be conducted up to four times each day, while smoke signals would only appear twice a day until a new Pope was elected.

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US Exits Climate Deal, China Emerges as Key Partner for Indonesia

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House Member Says No Reason to Oppose Bill Gates TB Vaccine Trial in Indonesia

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Conclave Begins: Here Are the Strongest Contenders to Be the Next Pope

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Cardinal Suharyo Represents Indonesian Hospitality at Vatican Conclave

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Bill Gates-Funded TB Vaccine Trial in Indonesia Enters Phase 3

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Election of the New Pope: How Long Will the Papal Conclave Last?

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Profile of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation That Grants Rp2.6 Trillion to Indonesia

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Black Smoke Signals: No Pope is Elected in First Conclave Vote

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Bill Gates' Story of Failed Nuclear Project with China

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Bill Gates Impressed with Free Nutritious Meal Program, Claims Head of National Nutrition Body

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