New animal discovered 3,000 feet below ocean surface: Study
The animal was covered in spines and had "blade-like" claws.
South China Sea convoy challenges Chinese blockade
It's the civilian coalition's second mission in five months to push back against China's sweeping claims within the Philippine exclusive economic zone.
China suspected of building new artificial island
Chinese Foreign Ministry has denied the claim, accusing the Philippines of trying to "mislead the international community."
Flight tracker shows US Air Force plane patrolling China's shores
The aircraft conducted at least three reconnaissance flights along Chinese coasts this week, flight-tracking data shows.
US and ally break new ground in South China Sea
The 2024 Balikatan exercise is meant to prepare Philippine forces for cooperation with allies in a conflict.
Fujian vs. Ford: Can China's new aircraft carrier rival the U.S. Navy?
Beijing's maritime force lacks the support systems to match America, despite it's new third aircraft carrier, expert tells Newsweek.
China says US warship 'expelled' from disputed islands
The US Navy has conducted its first freedom of navigation operation of the year.
China flexes new aircraft carrier muscles
China's third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, returned to Shanghai's Jiangnan Shipyard after completing the first sea trial, state media said.
US and allies sink China-made naval vessel in war drill
Chinese media had condemned the planned simulation for showing "clear provocative intent."
China's military satellites are watching America's every move
A senior Space Force official said China launched 400 satellites into space over the last two years, challenging the U.S. monopoly on long-range targeting.
China reveals details of South China Sea deals with US ally
Marcos administration denies it agreed to under-the-table arrangement with Beijing involving remote Philippine military outpost.
Photos show Chinese ships in standoff in neighbor's waters
China's coast guard entered prohibited waters off an outlying Taiwanese county for the second time in four days.
"True size" of China's military budget could match US spending: Research
China is vastly underreporting how much it's spending on its military buildup, a U.S. think tank says.
China releases own video of "dangerous" territorial confrontation
The video notably leaves out the direct water cannon blasts and collisions showcased in the Philippines' footage of the same incident.
US ally reports confrontation with Chinese coast guard
Philippine vessels shown under fire from water cannon in area contested by Beijing.
China's military ships watch US and allied navies
Chinese warships are shadowing the U.S.-Philippine-French joint flotilla within Manila's internationally recognized exclusive economic zone.
China warns America not to 'sow chaos' during largest US and allied drills
Some 17,000 military personnel from the U.S., Philippines, Australia and France are taking part in this year's Balikatan exercise amid tensions with China.
Chinese vessels detected massing near US-led military exercise
A maritime expert says he suspects China is putting on a display of force for the U.S.-Philippine exercise.
US and ally begin major military exercise on "China's doorstep"
This year's edition of the Balikatan exercise, the largest yet, is taking place near two Asia-Pacific hotspots.
The missiles that could give US ally the edge over China
China objected to India's sale of BrahMos missiles to the Philippines as the first batch of the supersonic weapons arrived in Manila.
Chinese state media issues "extreme danger" warning to key US ally
Australia's recently released 2024 National Defense Strategy accused China of "coercive tactics."
Did US ally make a "secret agreement" with China? What we know
The "gentlemen's agreement" has become a thorny issue in the South China Sea dispute, which has the potential to draw the U.S. into conflict with China.
Beijing warns US after missile launcher reaches "China's doorstep"
A Chinese government spokesperson said the United States was trying to gain a military advantage over China.
US, China defense chiefs talk to bridge trust gap
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin holds his first talks with his Chinese counterpart in nearly 18 months.
US allies reignite territorial feud
South Korea and Japan contest ownership of a set of tiny islets in Northeast Asia.
US ally reveals threshold for triggering Article 5 against China
Analysts have said Beijing is taking advantage of vague wording in the U.S.-Philippine Mutual Defense Treaty to use increasingly forceful tactics.
China intercepts US ally's ships near disputed waters
A China Coast Guard ship homed in on a research vessel and its escort just 40 miles off the coast of populous Luzon Province.
US ally spots Chinese ship armed with 'autocannon'
China's coast guard has patrolled around the disputed Tokyo-held Senkaku Islands on more than 100 consecutive days.
China issues demands to US ally over disputed territory
Philippine President Maros denied knowledge of his predecessor's alleged "gentlemen's agreement" with China on disputed waters.
Biden says US will defend Philippines from South China Sea attacks
The pledge came ahead of the inaugural U.S.-Japan-Philippines summit as Washington seeks to rally its allies to counter China in the region.