Mystery of strange noises around deepest ocean trench finally solved
A recent ocean expedition found that these strange "biotwang" noises were detected several times when Bryde's whales were nearby.
Map shows US and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
All three Chinese aircraft carriers were underway simultaneously for the second time this month.
China flexes muscles with aircraft carrier near US ally
The carrier made a breakthrough of the first island chain, part of Washington's Western Pacific containment strategy aimed at Beijing.
Russian nuclear submarines cross under Arctic ice near US coast
Russia transferred two nuclear-powered submarines from the Northern Fleet to the Pacific Fleet.
Satellite photos show US reclaiming World War II airfield for China war
North Field on Tinian Island was the base that launched the atomic bomb raids on Japan in August 1945.
Map shows US and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
A U.S. Navy aircraft carrier was returning from the Middle East to the Indo-Pacific region.
Map shows Russian military planes encircling US ally Japan
Two Russian maritime reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft were intercepted by Japanese fighter jets.
US and Russian nuclear bombers compete in shows of force
A total of five groups of American and Russian bombers were flying over Northern Europe and Northeastern Asia.
Scientists challenge popular Easter Island "ecological suicide" theory
The history of Easter Island's ancient inhabitants has been presented as a warning tale of resource overexploitation.
China's navy achieves aircraft-carrier milestone
All three aircraft carriers launched in China were likely underway simultaneously on September 6 or 7.
US Pacific commander chides China in first talks with military counterpart
U.S. admiral accused China of using dangerous, coercive and potentially escalatory tactics in the South China Sea.
White House responds to Russia-China military challenge to US
The White House said there was no reason to alter the military or deterrence posture of the United States.
China joins Russia for military maneuvers
Warships from China and Russia will also hold a joint patrol that may reach Alaska.
Map shows US and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
Two of the three Chinese aircraft carriers were underway in the country's nearby waters for training and sea trial.
China defends warship maneuver through Japan's territorial waters
China's Foreign Ministry said its vessel was exercising its right of transit passage under international law.
Map shows US and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
The U.S. Navy has the world's largest aircraft carrier fleet with 11 in service, while China ranks second with three ships launched.
Adorable octopus so rare it doesn't have a name among new seamount images
Discovery of a 1.9-mile-high underwater mountain highlights rich biodiversity and unveils rare marine species.
How US surged forces to Middle East to keep Iran at bay
The Pentagon says the U.S. military remains "well postured" to defend Israel and American forces in the region.
NASA image reveals Hurricane Gilma bearing down on Hawaii in Hone's wake
Hurricane Gilma and Tropical Storms Hector and Hone are all expected to weaken in the coming days.
US puts world's largest carrier fleet to work
Six American aircraft carriers were underway but none of them operating in the Western Pacific Ocean.
Map shows U.S. and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
There were no U.S. aircraft carriers operating in the Western Pacific Ocean this week.
US ally reports intercepts of Russian and Chinese warships
Japan has detected three groups of Russian and Chinese warships in its surrounding waters in recent days.
Map shows U.S. and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
A second U.S. Navy Pacific-based aircraft carrier is "accelerating" its transition to the Middle East.
US confronts Pacific "carrier gap" while juggling multiple wars
The Pentagon said significant forces remain in the Indo-Pacific as two carriers redeployed to the Middle East this month.
US Army hints new missile system could reach China and Russia's doorstep
A visit by the Japanese army to the U.S. hinted at a possible future deployment of mid-range missiles in Japan.
Photo shows China's new electronic warfare drone flying near US ally
The drone spotted by the Japanese air force features an electronic intelligence pod carried under the fuselage with blade antennas underneath the nose.
China's aircraft carrier moves into Pacific to challenge US primacy
The Chinese aircraft carrier Shandong returned to the Philippine Sea as a U.S. Navy "flat-top" was ordered to leave the region.
U.S. warship encountered Chinese vessels on Pacific patrol, Navy says
The Navy said all interactions between destroyer USS Rafael Peralta and the Chinese navy were safe and professional.
Russian spy ship spotted off US coast
A Russian navy intelligence-gathering vessel made a close pass near Alaska's western islands earlier this week.
Map shows U.S. and China's aircraft carriers in Pacific this week
Another U.S. aircraft carrier is leaving the Western Pacific Ocean.