In simple terms, that assertion is correct, but for those with an expertise in the field, the longer answer to who did it ...

When Donald Trump claimed US scientists split the atom in his inaugural speech, even he could not have imagined the chain reaction of online debate his boast would cause. Many of those leaping on ...

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A New Zealand mayor has invited the American ambassador for a history lesson, after US President Donald Trump appeared to ...

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In his inauguration speech, President Donald Trump claimed an American first split the atom. A New Zealand mayor immediately disputed.

Ben Uffindell, editor of a satirical New Zealand news website called The Civilian, also took issue with Mr. Trump's claim.

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