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China’s dual aircraft carrier training in Pacific signals ambition, but draws Japan’s wariness
But China still has a long way to go to challenge the “island chain” strategy of the US and its allies, say experts. Read ...
Photos Show Chinese Aircraft Carriers Flexing Muscles in Pacific
While China flexes its naval power through a rare dual aircraft carrier deployment, the U.S. maintains only one aircraft ...
The Diplomat2d
The Pacific Islands: America’s Power Vacuum and China’s Offensive
Time for other countries in the region to step up.
USNI News2d
Dual Chinese Aircraft Carrier Strike Groups Continue to Operate in the Western Pacific
The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s Liaoning and Shandong Carrier Strike Groups continue to maintain their presence in the ...
US aircraft carrier USS George Washington counters China navy presence
USS George Washington is the only U.S. aircraft carrier currently positioned in the western Pacific to help keep China in ...
US Pacific Ally Intercepts Russian Warships Near Coast
Russia's Pacific Fleet is mobilizing up to 40 vessels, more than 30 aircraft and helicopters, over 5,000 personnel for an ...
Hurricane Erick expected soon in Pacific as NOAA watches 4 tropical waves in Atlantic basin
The eastern Pacific remains busy, with Tropical Storm Erick expected to strengthen into a hurricane by June 18. Here's the ...
Erick expected to rapidly intensify before landfall in Mexico. See how hot Florida will get
The eastern Pacific remains busy, with Tropical Storm Erick expected to strengthen into a hurricane by June 18. Here's the ...
Open Knowledge Repository - World Bank2d
Pacific Economic Update, June 2025: Employ Women, Empower the Pacific - A Strategy for Uncertain Times
East Asia and Pacific (EAP) outpaced most regions in economic growth in 2024. To sustain this momentum and generate jobs, EAP countries must navigate global uncertainty and tackle long-term challenges ...
Fast-moving brush fire on Hawaii's Maui island evacuates about 50 people. No structures have burned.
Fast-moving brush fire on Hawaii's Maui island evacuates about 50 people. No structures have burned. HONOLULU — A fast-moving ...
Live Science3d
Why is the Pacific Ocean so big?
The Pacific Ocean is by far the world's largest ocean, more than five times wider than our moon. But why is the Pacific so ...
Family Destinations Guide4d
This Underrated Town In Washington Is So Affordable, It’s A Retiree’s Dream Come True
Nestled between the Salish Sea and the North Cascades, Bellingham combines small-town charm with big-city amenities in a way that makes you wonder why it isn’t plastered across every “Best Places to ...