Archipelago
A Walrus 'Defending Her Calves' Sank a Russian Navy Boat in Arctic Ocean
The boat was attempting to reach the shore of an island in the Franz Josef Land archipelago when the attack happened.
Rats Are Starving Coral Reefs of Vital Bird Droppings
The vermin are starving complex ecosystems of a vital but surprising ingredient: bird droppings.
Tiny U.S. Ally to Host Big Radars to Watch North Korea
The tiny archipelago nation of Palau agreed to host a massive U.S. radar system at a time when North Korea is threatening U.S. allies in the region.
Putin Visits Arctic to Affirm 'Russia's Interests'
The Russian leader visited Franz Josef Land, before arriving at an Arctic forum in Arkhangelsk.
Britain Says to 'Beef Up' Defense of Disputed Falkland Islands
Defence secretary says there is "a very live threat" as Argentina steps up campaign to reclaim islands.
