Submersibles revealing mysteries of the deep seaListen to this articleThe vessel's powerful light beams can be used to elicit the display of light called bioluminescence that many deep-sea animals produce. The ship's latest mission focuses on a seamount chain off Indonesia's Sulawesi island that scientists on board mapped last year. Marine life that most people never see floated into view, including delicate comb jellies with pulsing fairy-light illuminations along their sides. The subs do not go as deep as an ROV, but offer a unique view, explainedDave Pollock, who heads OceanX's submersible team. Large parts of the ocean, particularly the deep sea floor, are not even mapped, let alone explored.

People's Party takes the lead in Isan university pollListen to this articlePeople's Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut in a vote campaign. (Photo: Chakkrapan Natanri)The People's Party has emerged as a national frontrunner in the Northeast as Bhumjaithai records a sharp rise in support ahead of the Feb 8 election, says a poll from Khon Kaen University. The latest Isan Poll conducted by Khon Kaen University places the People's Party (PP) first on the party-list vote, with 30.3% support. The Isan Poll also shed light on voter attitudes beyond party preference. Respondents cited satisfaction with party policies, prime ministerial candidates and proposed cabinet teams as the most important factors in choosing constituency MPs.

Patriots, Seahawks set up Super Bowl rematchListen to this articleSam Darnold's three touchdowns steered Seattle into the Super Bowl with victory over the Los Angeles RamsLOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams in a high-scoring shootout to set up a Super Bowl rematch with the New England Patriots in the NFL playoffs on Sunday. In Seattle, Seahawks' quarterback Sam Darnold outdueled Rams counterpart Matthew Stafford in a 31-27 thriller to clinch the NFC championship. - Broncos tamed in blizzard -The Patriots are targeting a record seventh Super Bowl following their gritty, low-scoring victory in Colorado. But hey, we do what we need to do... We're off to the Super Bowl. After the dominant era of the Brady dynasty that yielded six Super Bowl titles, New England have endured a painful rebuild.

Melbourne champion Keys exits as Sinner bids to avoid same fateListen to this articleJessica Pegula celebrates victory against Madison KeysMELBOURNE - Jessica Pegula sent reigning champion and podcast co-host Madison Keys spinning out of the Australian Open on Monday in straight sets while Jannik Sinner will hope to avoid the same fate and reach the quarter-finals. The 28-year-old was given free passage into the last 16 when two-time Melbourne champion Naomi Osaka pulled out injured. Reigning champion Sinner, seeded two, will similarly be strong favourite against fellow Italian Luciano Darderi. Melbourne Park king Djokovic was supposed to play the 20-year-old Jakub Mensik in a night match. But the Czech player pulled out injured on Sunday, sending 10-time champion Djokovic into the last eight without hitting a ball.

Value of Thai investment applications rises 67% y/y in 2025Listen to this articleBoard of Investment Secretary-General Narit Therdsteerasukdi. (Photo: BoI)The value ‌of ​Thailand's total investment applications rose by 67% on the year to $60.23 billion ‌in 2025, driven by digital and advanced ‌industries, the Board of Investment said on Monday. The number ⁠of investment applications rose 11% compared to 2024, driven by investor confidence and a strategic shift toward high-value sectors, ‌the ‍board said. "We've seen robust uptake ‌in ​key strategic sectors, particularly digital infrastructure and advanced electronics, which directly reflects our successful policy ⁠alignment with global trends," ​BoI Secretary-General Narit Therdsteerasukdi said.

Bangkok and 57 provinces of Thailand were shrouded with unsafe levels of ultrafine dust, with seriously harmful red levels in the capital and 15 provinces, on Monday morning. Orange levels (starting to harm health) of PM2.5 were recorded in 42 provinces, ranging from 38.5 to 73.4µg/m³. Ten provinces had moderate air quality with PM2.5 levels from 25.8 to 37.2µg/m³. In descending order, they were Amnat Charoen, Nakhon Phanom, Sukhothai, Phrae, Nan, Lampang, Phayao, Satun, Phangnga and Surat Thani. Two southern provinces, Ranong and Chumphon, had very good air quality with PM2.5 levels of just 11.4 and 10.6µg/m³ respectively.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called out officials of the Trump administration on Sunday (January 25), saying they “sullied” the name of Alex Pretti, the man fatally shot by a federal agent on Saturday (January 24).

Panda enthusiasts flocked to Ueno Zoo in Tokyo on Sunday (January 25) for one last goodbye to its star attraction - two giant pandas, who will be sent back to China at the end of the month.

Minnesota ICE shooting puts new twist on gun rights debateListen to this articleGregory Bovino, the US Customs and Border Patrol commander at large, says that a Minnesota man who was killed by ICE agents in Minneapolis on Saturday was armed and intended to "do maximum damage." "We can't have individuals that are impeding law enforcement operations and then showing up with guns and weapons and no ID, and confronting law enforcement," Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on "Fox News Sunday." Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino said Saturday that "this looks like a situation where an individual wanted to do maximum damage and massacre law enforcement." A rare dissenting voice in the Republican camp of politicians, congressman Thomas Massie, joined in on criticizing federal law enforcement. "If you don't understand this you have no business in law enforcement or government."

Russia's 'shadow tanker fleet' and how it worksListen to this articleThe oil tanker detained by France is suspected of being part of Russia's shadow fleet, which uses flags of convenience and false flags to dodge sanctions. afpPARIS - France's interception of an oil tanker suspected of being part of Russia's "shadow fleet" draws attention to how the vessels allegedly operate in order to escape Western sanctions. - What is the 'shadow fleet'? -The United States, which is leading efforts to try to broker an end to the conflict in Ukraine, in early January stepped up its sanctions against Russia's oil industry, including the shadow fleet. The French navy on Thursday boarded an oil tanker in the Mediterranean suspected of belonging to Russia's shadow fleet.

Israel agrees to 'limited reopening' of Rafah crossingListen to this articleA Palestinian boy searches for recyclable material at a landfill against the backdrop of destroyed buildings in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip on January 25, 2026. JERUSALEM - Israel said Monday it would allow a "limited reopening" of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt once it had recovered the remains of the last hostage in the Palestinian territory. Netanyahu's office said: "Upon completion of this operation, and in accordance with what has been agreed upon with the US, Israel will open the Rafah Crossing." Gvili's family has expressed strong opposition to launching the second phase of the plan, which includes reopening Rafah, before they have received his remains. The Gaza war was sparked by Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of 1,221 people.

He's not alone: according to City Hall, Istanbul has more than 160,000 cats living on its streets who are regularly fed and fussed over by the city's 16 million residents. That's why they call it 'the city of cats'," explains Gaye Koselerden, 57, looking at Kanyon's toy-filled corner which looks like a child's bedroom. "Giving the cats food was seen as an offering in the name of God." "In Germany, we have many rats, but here, with so many cats, they must be afraid," she smiled. Without its cats, Istanbul just would not be the same, she said.

Fifteen dead, 28 missing as ferry sinks in southern PhilippinesListen to this articlePassengers of the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 had to be rescued after the ferry sank on the southwestern tip of MindanaoMANILA - A ferry with more than 350 people onboard sank Monday morning in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 15 dead and 28 still missing, the coast guard said. At least 316 people had so far been rescued, Romel Dua, a coast guard commander, told AFP, with 15 confirmed dead and 28 still unaccounted for. "A coast guard aircraft is also on the way to help the operation. Video released by the Philippine Coast Guard showed survivors being plucked from the water and receiving medical attention. In 2023, more than 30 people were killed when a fire ripped through a ferry in the southern Philippines.

Lawyer sought in assault caseListen to this articlePolice will issue a summons for Monchai Jongkrairattanakul, widely known as "Lawyer Kaew", to acknowledge charges of indecent assault involving an 18-year-old university student. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Pol Lt Gen Siam Boonsom said the complainant has already given a statement to investigators. Wang Thonglang police are finalising the date and time to summon the suspect, stressing the case will proceed based on evidence and fairness to both parties. Police also warned the public to exercise caution on social media, noting that reckless commentary could lead to legal consequences.

Listen to this articleThe government's patience with the beleaguered Social Security Office (SSO) has run out, with a minister signalling sweeping changes aimed at restoring public trust and professionalising the management of its funds. The government and Labour Ministry are pushing forward with big reforms to the SSO to address these issues. They include increasing benefits for insured individuals, alongside plans to restructure the administration of the SSO to make it more professional and accountable. The ultimate goal of the reform, Ms Treenuch said, is to establish a benefits system that is "appropriate and sustainable" for all insured individuals. SSO secretary-general Kanchana Poolkaew outlined the statutory protections afforded to insured people through monthly contributions to the Social Security Fund.