Scientists dive into ‘Midnight Zone’ to study dark ocean
BARCELONA, Spain — A team of scientists is preparing to dive deep into the depths of the Indian Ocean — into a “Midnight Zone” where light barely reac...
Chinese president heads to Myanmar for crucial state visit
NAYPYITAW, Myanmar — China's President Xi Jinping was given a lavish welcome to Myanmar as he arrived Friday for a state visit meant to deepen bilater...
Indonesia, Thailand mark 15th anniversary of massive tsunami
BANDA ACEH, Indonesia — Thousands of people knelt in prayer in Indonesia's Aceh province at ceremonies Thursday marking the 15th anniversary of the In...
Former Sri Lankan defense chief wins presidential vote
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka’s ruling party presidential candidate has conceded defeat to rival Gotabaya Rajapaksa in the Indian Ocean island nation...
Seychelles leader: No time for ‘blame game’ in climate fight
LONDON — The Seychelles president is warning there's no time for a "blame game" in the fight against climate change and he urges major nations to do m...