The US Department of Justice closed its investigation into Swedbank AB without enforcement action, marking a major step in concluding a nearly seven-year money-laundering probe. The bank still faces an ongoing investigation by New York regulators.
The North Sea recorded its hottest year ever in 2025, with an average temperature of 11.6°C. The Baltic Sea also approached record highs. Read the full climate report and its global implications.
Scientists discover a new giant isopod species, Bathynomus vaderi, named for its resemblance to Darth Vader. This deep-sea scavenger plays a vital role in ocean ecosystems. Read more about this fascinating find.
A terrifying deep-sea video shows a massive bluntnose sixgill shark, an ancient predator. Netizens react with horror and awe. Discover the facts behind the viral footage.
Ace your UPSC Prelims 2026 prep with this essential International Relations quiz. Test your knowledge on the United Nations, Baltic Sea geography, UNESCO initiatives, and strategic minerals. Revise key static topics now!
Saudi Arabia unveils mandatory beach operator rules and a digital coastal guide to boost safety and tourism under Vision 2030. Discover how this transforms the Red Sea experience.
Finland seizes Russian vessel, suspects sabotage of undersea cables to Estonia. NATO on high alert over hybrid threats. Read the full investigation details.
Finnish authorities detain vessel 'Fitburg' suspected of damaging a key telecom cable between Helsinki and Estonia. 14 crew members held. Read the full investigation details.
Finland detains a Russian cargo vessel suspected of damaging a critical undersea gas pipeline and telecom cable. The incident escalates regional security tensions. Read the full details.
Archaeologists discover wolf remains on a remote Baltic island, suggesting humans cared for them. The findings challenge our understanding of early human-wolf relationships. Read the full story.
Explore the Red Sea's secrets: its 1,200-mile coral reef, 1,166 fish species, and the ancient theories behind its mysterious name. Dive into history and biodiversity.
Poland scrambled fighter jets on Christmas after a Russian reconnaissance aircraft was detected near its airspace over the Baltic Sea. The incident highlights escalating tensions on NATO's eastern flank. Read the full report.
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft near its airspace. Dozens of objects from Belarus violated Polish airspace, raising NATO alert. Read the full report.
Scientists uncover a hidden world of gas hydrate mounds and chemosynthetic life deep in the Greenland Sea, reshaping Arctic oceanography and climate understanding. Explore the groundbreaking find.
A rare purple sea snail, Janthina, found on a California beach signals shifting ocean patterns. Discover its unique features and what its arrival means for our climate.
Saudi Arabia announces Miraval The Red Sea, its first adults-only luxury wellness resort set to open in early 2026 on Shura Island. Discover 180 keys, holistic activities, and nature-inspired design.
A viral video captures a pod of dolphins swimming close to Mumbai's Worli Sea Face, creating a rare, peaceful moment in the bustling city. Witness the city's unexpected pause.
A female Steller sea lion named Stl’eluqum was saved by a marine rescue team in Cowichan Bay, BC, after a month-long search. Read about the dramatic operation.
Ukraine says its 'Sub Sea Baby' drones struck a Russian missile submarine at Novorossiysk. Russia denies any damage. Details on the Black Sea drone war and rising tensions.
Ukraine's naval drones target Russia's Black Sea Fleet, striking a submarine in a historic attack. Read the latest details on this escalating maritime conflict.
Japan reports a Chinese military aircraft locked its fire-control radar on a Japanese fighter jet over the East China Sea, escalating regional tensions. Read the full details.
Turkey cautions Europe as drone attacks near its waters threaten to shut down Black Sea navigation, expanding the Ukraine war's geography. Read the full analysis.
Indian scientists discover a rare new species of deep-sea squid, Taningia silasii, in the Arabian Sea. Read about this groundbreaking marine find and its unique features.
Russian President Vladimir Putin threatens to sever Ukraine's sea access following a drone strike on Russian fuel tankers in the Black Sea. Read the latest on escalating tensions.
Ukrainian naval drones attacked two Russian-linked tankers near Turkey's Black Sea coast, escalating tensions. Erdogan condemns the strikes. Read the full details.
Turkish President Erdogan warns of a dangerous escalation after Ukrainian Sea Baby drones strike Russian oil tankers near Turkey's economic zone. Read the full details and regional impact.
Ukraine's Security Service strikes a Russian oil tanker in the Black Sea using a sea drone. The attack highlights Kyiv's expanding naval capabilities in the ongoing conflict. Read the full details.
Vilnius Airport faces second closure due to suspicious balloons from Belarus. Air traffic diverted as security concerns escalate in Baltic region. Read latest developments.
Russia demonstrates air power with Su-35 fighters escorting Kh-32 missile-armed Tu-22M3 bombers over Baltic Sea in 5-hour NATO warning flight. Watch the escalation.
Ukraine's security service destroys two Russian oil tankers near Turkey using Sea Baby naval drones. Video shows massive explosions in Black Sea. Read exclusive details.