Japan November 10, 2023 New island emerges off coast of Japan following underwater volcanic eruption A small new island has emerged off Japan's coast after an underwater volcano erupted about 1200 kilometers south of mainland Japan and a kilometer from Iwo Jima.
China October 23, 2023 US vows to defend Philippines against China’s ‘dangerous’ actions under Truman-era treaty The U.S. State Department said the 1951 Mutual Defense Treaty obliges it to defend the Philippines, should its vessels come under an armed attack.
Pacific October 10, 2023 Naked Australian solo rower rescued atop capsized vessel after hours adrift in Pacific: ‘Life or death’ Tom Robinson, of Brisbane, Australia, was trying to become the youngest person to row across the Pacific Ocean when he was left naked and adrift at sea.
World October 6, 2023 Philippines furious after Chinese coast guard ship comes within 3 feet of colliding with Philippine vessel The Philippines strongly condemned China's navy for a 'dangerous' maneuver in the South China Sea, near Second Thomas Shoal, when two ships nears collided.
MILITARY September 21, 2023 US pours billions into Cold War submarine program as China bolsters navy The U.S. Navy is working to modernize a top secret undersea surveillance system in the Pacific Ocean as China grows increasingly aggressive in the region.
World September 19, 2023 China flies more than 150 military planes toward Taiwan as island condemns military ‘harassment’ Taiwan's National Defense Ministry said China flew more than 150 airplanes, including fighter jets, towards the island in the largest show of military force in recent months.
North Korea September 8, 2023 South Korea talks down North's 1st nuclear submarine launch: 'Deception or exaggeration' North Korea unveiled its first attack submarine capable of using nuclear technology this week, but South Korea responded by downplaying its capabilities.
Kamala Harris September 6, 2023 Harris says she's ready to step into role of president if Biden is unwell: 'May have to take over' Vice President Kamala Harris is the next in line for the U.S. presidency and says she is ready to take on presidential duties should President Biden be unable to do so.
White House September 5, 2023 Biden to award Medal of Honor to Vietnam pilot for heroic rescue: 'Never been accomplished or even attempted' Retired Capt. Larry Taylor will receive the Medal of Honor from President Biden during a ceremony at the White House on Tuesday for a death-defying rescue during the Vietnam War.
World August 31, 2023 North Korea simulates massive 'scorched earth' nuclear attack on South Korea, includes conquering rival North Korea's military launch a massive simulated attack and rehearsed invading South Korea as the US continues joint military drills in the Pacific and over the Korean Peninsula.
World August 29, 2023 US gains authority to unilaterally enforce maritime law in Pacific amid regional tensions with China United States Coast Guard ships can now unilaterally enforce maritime regulations in the Pacific, throughout Palau's exclusive economic zone, following a new agreement.