The National Science Foundation will halt plans to dismantle the Ocean Observatories Initiative, a $368m deep-sea system collecting vital ocean data. The reversal follows outcry from lawmakers and scientists concerned about losing climate and weather forecasting information.
A new AP-NORC poll reveals most Americans view fundamental civil liberties like voting and free speech as vital to the nation's identity. However, a significant majority also believe these rights are under threat, with concerns varying across demographics and political affiliations.
Sanya, Hainan is boosting its fisheries sector through deep-sea aquaculture, advanced breeding, and intelligent offshore platforms. The industry is a key economic driver, with output reaching 2.84 billion yuan in 2025 and significant growth in marine aquaculture.
Melting Arctic icebergs are depositing rock debris on the seafloor, creating new hard-surface habitats for marine life like sponges and corals. This unexpected consequence of climate change is reshaping deep-sea ecosystems in the Arctic.
Melting icebergs are depositing vast amounts of rock onto the Arctic seafloor, creating new hard surfaces for marine life like sponges and corals. This unexpected consequence of climate change is reshaping deep-sea ecosystems in the rapidly warming Arctic.
The INDIA bloc, an opposition alliance, met to "reset" its anti-BJP strategy with a five-point truce plan. However, the article argues that the alliance failed to address the fundamental fault line of political rivalry between allies at the state level, which has historically led to its collapse. Key examples include Congress vs. Samajwadi Party in Madhya Pradesh, Congress vs. AAP in Delhi and Haryana, Congress vs. TMC in West Bengal, and Congress vs. Left in Kerala. The article questions whether the Congress, despite having an upper hand, will be willing to compromise on seats to maintain unity.
An expert stated that China and the US are not among the largest marine powers. He also compared the threat of cutting internet cables to nuclear weapons, emphasizing that the threat itself, rather than actual use, causes unease and disrupts normal operations.
Researchers discover the Earth's deepest and most extensive whale fossil graveyard, with fossils dating back 5.3 million years, reshaping understanding of whale-fall ecosystems and cetacean evolution.
Scientists have discovered a massive 'whale graveyard' in the Indian Ocean's Diamantina fracture zone, containing fossils and carcasses dating back over 5.3 million years. This site offers unprecedented insights into deep-sea evolution and ecological continuity.
A Chinese-led expedition discovered a rare "whale graveyard" in the Diamantina Zone off Australia, featuring five active whale falls and hundreds of fossils, including a new extinct beaked whale species. The site offers insights into deep-sea ecosystems and cetacean evolution over millions of years.
The US has shown a softer tone towards China, notably through Hegseth's comments, while Canada's long-awaited strategic partnership with China has been marred by past incidents like the Meng Wanzhou arrest.
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Environment Minister Till Backhaus expressed concerns about the planned deep-sea container port in Swinemünde, Poland. He cited risks to Usedom's groundwater from dredging and potential impacts on protected habitats.
A Social Weather Stations survey shows President Marcos' net satisfaction rating dropped to -15 in March, the lowest of his presidency, down from -3 in November 2025. This figure is based on 33% satisfaction versus 49% dissatisfaction among 1,500 surveyed adult Filipinos.
A rare 'legendary deep-sea fish,' known as a Doldom (Oplegnathus fasciatus), measuring 164cm and weighing 77kg, was caught by a fishing boat off the coast of Busan, South Korea. Experts warn of potential vitamin A poisoning from consuming its liver.
The article argues that confusing One Nation supporters with the party itself is a political error. It suggests major parties should address voter concerns on cost of living, immigration, and AI, learn from Queensland's past success in engaging One Nation voters, and implement clear, visionary policies to counter the party's current appeal.
Five experienced Italian divers died in a Maldives underwater cave, baffling experts. Their decision to dive to dangerous depths with inadequate equipment and enter a cave system has prompted investigations into the incident.
First photos released of Maldives deep-sea cave where five Italian divers died. Investigators probe accident in Vaavu Atoll, with recovery teams suggesting a wrong turn into a dead-end passage due to sediment disturbance and limited air supply.
Five Italian divers died in the Maldives last week exploring a deep underwater cave. A local military rescue diver also died attempting recovery. Finnish experts have arrived to plan a complex mission to retrieve the remaining four bodies from the 50m-deep cave system.
Five experienced Italian divers died in the Maldives last week while exploring an underwater cave. A local military rescue diver also died attempting to recover their bodies. Finnish experts have arrived to plan a new, complex retrieval mission.
China's long-distance running popularity surge, with Shanghai Marathon applications exceeding last year's total mid-registration, contrasts with concerns over the country's elite competitive performance, attributed to a disconnect between mass participation and systematic talent development.
Olympic champions Sun Yang and Wang Meng's contrasting reality show appearances spark debate, highlighting challenges Chinese athletes face in transitioning to civilian life.
China-Russia ties can withstand any potential containment efforts despite Washington’s long-standing hopes of driving a wedge between the two, a senior Chinese policy adviser has said, citing deep-seated US-Russia “contradictions” within what he called a “great triangle” of relations. Wu Dahui, deputy director of the Russian Research Institute at Tsinghua University, said while China and Russia were not formally allies, their relationship was “better than an alliance” and took the form of...
China has enhanced its maritime search and rescue capabilities to operate at depths exceeding 4,000 metres, utilizing advanced underwater drones and deep-towed systems to support its expanding presence in deep and remote waters.
A Chinese naval video titled Into The Deep, released to mark the 77th anniversary of the PLA Navy, has fueled speculation that China's next aircraft carrier will be nuclear-powered. The film featured officers named after China's three existing carriers – Liao Ning, Shan Dong, and Fu Jian – but a fourth character, 19-year-old recruit He Jian, prompted analyst speculation. The name He Jian combines characters sounding like 'nuclear' and 'ship', while the carrier is expected to have hull number 19.
