Peace negotiations between the US and Russia in Miami are advancing constructively, as Ukraine urges broader European involvement and reports new strikes. Follow the latest diplomatic developments here.
In a bold long-range strike, Ukrainian forces have targeted a Russian oil platform in the Caspian Sea. The attack signals a major expansion of Kyiv's reach. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian forces launch a major maritime drone assault, striking a Russian patrol ship and Lukoil oil facilities in the Caspian Sea. The attack follows a hit on a 'shadow fleet' tanker and comes as Europe agrees a €90bn loan for Kyiv. Read the latest deve
Up to half of England's medical workforce begins a five-day strike over pay. Search our interactive map to see if your hospital is affected and what to do if you need care.
Ukrainian forces have reportedly destroyed a Russian Kilo-class submarine in the Black Sea using Sea Baby underwater drones, marking a historic first in naval warfare. Read the full analysis.
A top Ukrainian sea drone commander says AI-enhanced, more complex strikes are planned for 2026 as Kyiv's fleet keeps Russia's Black Sea navy in check. Read the full exclusive interview.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth refuses to commit to releasing footage of a lethal second strike on a drug boat, as controversy over the operation and his Signal use grows. Read the latest developments.
A sanctioned oil tanker, part of Russia's 'shadow fleet', is stranded off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast after a suspected Ukrainian drone attack. Crew evacuation efforts are underway. Read the latest.
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth invoked the 'fog of war' to defend a second military strike on a burning vessel. Lawmakers launch a review. Read the full story.
The Trump administration is reportedly blaming a decorated Navy SEAL commander for a controversial 'double-tap' missile strike in the Caribbean. Read the full report on the alleged war crime.
Over a dozen venomous sea snakes have mysteriously stranded on Western Australia's coast since October. Scientists urge public caution and to report sightings.
A senior NATO official warns the alliance may adopt a more aggressive, pre-emptive stance to deter Russian hybrid warfare, including cyberattacks and infrastructure sabotage. Read the latest on the escalating security crisis.
Donald Trump signals potential for a Ukraine peace agreement following US talks with Kyiv. Meanwhile, Russia's weekend strikes leave at least six dead. Read the latest developments.
US officials, including Marco Rubio, meet Ukrainian delegates in Florida to refine a 28-point peace plan. Zelensky heads to Paris for talks with Macron. Read the latest developments.
Two Russian shadow fleet tankers burst into flames following coordinated Ukrainian drone attacks in the Black Sea. All 20 crew members rescued by Turkish authorities.
Ukrainian Sea Baby naval drones disabled two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea, vessels capable of transporting $70m of oil. Read the latest on this major development.
Ukrainian Sea Baby drones target two Russian oil tankers in the Black Sea, disrupting $70m oil transport. Read the full report on the latest defence developments.
Two Russian sea tankers burst into flames following coordinated Ukrainian drone attacks in the Black Sea. Turkish rescue units saved all 20 crew members from the burning vessels.
Ukrainian Sea Baby naval drones strike two sanctioned Russian oil tankers off Turkish coast, disrupting Kremlin's shadow fleet operations. Read the latest developments.
A 73-year-old man from Moonee Ponds is missing at sea after going overboard from the Disney Wonder cruise ship headed to Auckland. Read the latest updates on the search.
A baby sea otter named Caterpillar was rescued off California's coast and reunited with its mother in a heartwarming mission by marine experts. Discover how this reunion aids a threatened species.
Iida Turpeinen's mesmerising novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow in a powerful ecological lament that speaks to our current climate crisis.
In a significant escalation, Ukrainian drones have targeted Russia's Tuapse oil refinery on the Black Sea coast, marking one of the deepest attacks into Russian territory since the conflict began.
Scientists exploring Japan's deep ocean trenches have uncovered astonishing new species thriving in one of the planet's most extreme environments - the volatile Ring of Fire.
A Norwegian Cruise Line vessel transformed from luxury liner to rescue ship after spotting six desperate people stranded at sea off Puerto Rico in a remarkable ocean rescue operation.
In a dramatic incident over contested waters, a US F-35 fighter jet and MH-60 Seahawk helicopter have crashed into the South China Sea, triggering an urgent international recovery mission amid rising regional tensions.
In an unprecedented display of unity, over 300,000 public sector workers across New Zealand have launched the country's largest-ever strike, demanding better pay and working conditions amid soaring inflation.
British forces join international coalition in precision strike against Houthi-controlled airstrip in Yemen following escalating attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
Finnish author Iida Turpeinen's powerful new novel 'Beasts of the Sea' resurrects the tragic story of the Steller's sea cow, hunted to extinction just 27 years after its discovery - a stark warning about humanity's destructive impact on nature.
New York's theatre district faces unprecedented disruption as Broadway musicians and actors overwhelmingly vote to authorise strike action in contract disputes, threatening to darken world-famous venues.