The oceanic plate beneath the Ontong Java Plateau reveals a complex internal structure, shaped by layered formations and intrusive dike swarms. Subtle seismic signals hint at deep chemical alteration ...

There are growing warnings of disruption due to the Middle East conflict as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed to most shipping. The critical waterway - normally used to move 20 per cent of the world ...

Iran fired missiles at Israel and some Gulf nations while explosions could be heard around Tehran and the central Iranian city of Isfahan on Friday, as the United States prepared to further reinforce ...