Listening to the Deep Ocean

Scientists are establishing a worldwide network of deep-sea listening posts connected to the Internet. It allows researchers — and the public — to hear whales, ships, and other underwater sounds. But the US Navy is uneasy because these sounds might reveal the location of its submarines.

Underwater cabinet meeting

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The government of this Asian country is to hold a cabinet meeting underwater to highlight the threat of global warming. President Nasheed and his cabinet will sign a document during a dive this weekend, calling for global cuts in carbon emissions. The low-lying island nation says it faces being wiped out if oceans rise. The World’s Alex Gallafent has the story. Download MP3

• BBC coverage
• President Nasheed’s office