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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World's biggest iceberg runs aground after a near-40-year journey from Antarctica

The A23a iceberg has run aground near South Georgia, potentially protecting local wildlife from disruption.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A dream experiment': our Australian icebreaker is on a crucial mission to Antarctica | Nathan Bindoff

Australia's RSV Nuyina embarks on its first marine science mission to study the Denman Glacier's role in global sea-level rise.
OMG science
fromFuturism
3 months ago

World's Largest Iceberg Escapes Antarctic, Crashes Into Remote Island

The grounding of iceberg A23a is a significant indicator of the impacts of climate change in the Antarctic region.
OMG science
fromwww.nature.com
3 months ago

Fingerprinting the recovery of Antarctic ozone

The research shows that seasonal interactions between chlorine and nitrogen oxides are a major factor in ozone depletion in Antarctica.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Iceberg Breaks Off Antarctica, Revealing Tentacled Creatures Beneath

Researchers discovered a thriving marine ecosystem under a 19-mile iceberg, revealing unexpected biodiversity and adaptation to extreme environments.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

World's biggest iceberg runs aground after a near-40-year journey from Antarctica

The A23a iceberg has run aground near South Georgia, potentially protecting local wildlife from disruption.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A dream experiment': our Australian icebreaker is on a crucial mission to Antarctica | Nathan Bindoff

Australia's RSV Nuyina embarks on its first marine science mission to study the Denman Glacier's role in global sea-level rise.
OMG science
fromFuturism
3 months ago

World's Largest Iceberg Escapes Antarctic, Crashes Into Remote Island

The grounding of iceberg A23a is a significant indicator of the impacts of climate change in the Antarctic region.
OMG science
fromwww.nature.com
3 months ago

Fingerprinting the recovery of Antarctic ozone

The research shows that seasonal interactions between chlorine and nitrogen oxides are a major factor in ozone depletion in Antarctica.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Iceberg Breaks Off Antarctica, Revealing Tentacled Creatures Beneath

Researchers discovered a thriving marine ecosystem under a 19-mile iceberg, revealing unexpected biodiversity and adaptation to extreme environments.
more#climate-change
OMG science
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Explorers capture mysterious deep-sea squid alive on camera for the first time: 'What are the odds?'

First live footage captured of the Gonatus antarcticus squid, revealing this elusive species in its natural habitat.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Antarctica too wild for humans to rule', says Shackleton medal winner

"We have to shift how people relate to Antarctica... It's absolutely essential to protect it, not just for itself, but also for humanity."
World politics
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#isolation
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The volcano threatening the Spanish military base in Antarctica

General Iturriaga experienced isolation during the 1967 eruption on Deception Island, highlighting the unpredictability of natural disasters.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The volcano threatening the Spanish military base in Antarctica

General Iturriaga experienced isolation during the 1967 eruption on Deception Island, highlighting the unpredictability of natural disasters.
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#cruise
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Snowboarding

I went on an Antarctic cruise. I made 2 choices that made my trip way better, but one was a $1,000 disappointment.

fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Snowboarding

I went on an Antarctic cruise. I made 2 choices that made my trip way better, but one was a $1,000 disappointment.

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Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This New 12-day Expedition Takes You to Some of the Most Beautiful Corners of South America

Patrick Woodhead's White Desert expands its Antarctic operations to South America with the luxury adventure series, Dr. Jones Collection.
#sustainability
Environment
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Company Brings 12 Guests to Antarctica's Remote Interior-and It's New Foundation Is Designed to Tackle Climate Change on the Continent

White Desert Foundation leverages Antarctica's popularity to promote climate action and research, emphasizing sustainability in luxury travel.
Environment
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Company Brings 12 Guests to Antarctica's Remote Interior-and It's New Foundation Is Designed to Tackle Climate Change on the Continent

White Desert Foundation leverages Antarctica's popularity to promote climate action and research, emphasizing sustainability in luxury travel.
more#sustainability
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

Seeking Quiet

Yet what stays with me most from my 10-day cruise on the Silversea Silver Cloud around the Antarctic Peninsula six years ago is an encompassing noiselessness that seemed to stretch for miles.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

NatGeo launches ourHOME Earth Month sweepstakes, offering once-in-a-lifetime prize trip

National Geographic's ourHOME sweepstakes offers participants a chance to win a remarkable Antarctic expedition for two, celebrating Earth Month and fostering a deeper connection with nature.
Environment
#marine-biology
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Here's how tourists are solving a plankton puzzle in Antarctica

Tourist-collected samples are vital for researching the ecological balance of Antarctic phytoplankton and the wider ocean food web.
OMG science
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Scientists captured the first-ever footage of a colossal squid in the deep sea after a 100-year search. It's a baby.

First-ever footage of a living colossal squid in its natural deep-sea habitat captured by scientists near Antarctica.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Here's how tourists are solving a plankton puzzle in Antarctica

Tourist-collected samples are vital for researching the ecological balance of Antarctic phytoplankton and the wider ocean food web.
OMG science
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Scientists captured the first-ever footage of a colossal squid in the deep sea after a 100-year search. It's a baby.

First-ever footage of a living colossal squid in its natural deep-sea habitat captured by scientists near Antarctica.
more#marine-biology
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fromFuturism
2 months ago

First-Ever Astronauts to Fly Over Antarctica Startled by What They See Below

Private astronauts successfully fly over Earth's poles for the first time, revealing Antarctica's vast, untouched icy landscape.
#tariffs
US politics
fromPrx
2 months ago

The World

New US tariffs signify a major shift in trade policy.
Hungary is proceeding to exit the International Criminal Court.
Antarctica's iceberg break reveals an unseen underwater ecosystem.
US politics
fromPrx
2 months ago

The World

New US tariffs signify a major shift in trade policy.
Hungary is proceeding to exit the International Criminal Court.
Antarctica's iceberg break reveals an unseen underwater ecosystem.
more#tariffs
#violence
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Researcher "Threatened to Kill" Colleagues Trapped in Antarctic Base

A researcher at an Antarctic base is accused of violent and threatening behavior towards colleagues.
OMG science
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Researcher "Threatened to Kill" Colleagues Trapped in Antarctic Base

A researcher at an Antarctic base is accused of violent and threatening behavior towards colleagues.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Psychologists in touch with Antarctic base after assault allegation, South Africa confirms

The allegations made by a researcher against a male colleague relate to physical assault and threats of violence, creating a climate of fear among the team.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Antarctic researcher accuses colleague of death threat and assault

Regrettably, [his] behaviour has escalated to a point that is deeply disturbing. Specifically, he physically assaulted [name withheld], which is a grave violation of personal safety and workplace norms.
Remote teams
Coronavirus
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Inside Antarctica's plague-infested penguin colonies

A new avian influenza plague is spreading to Antarctica, prompting virologist Antonio Alcami to establish a floating laboratory for research.
OMG science
fromMail Online
3 months ago

World's largest iceberg runs aground off remote British island

Iceberg A23a has run aground near South Georgia, potentially impacting local fisheries while benefiting wildlife through nutrient enrichment.
Science
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

America's Scientific Prestige Is Cracking Up

The Trump administration is hindering critical climate research in Antarctica through staff layoffs and reduced funding at the NSF.
#scientific-research
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Travel
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

Crowded beaches in Antarctica: TikTok effect fills the world of penguins with tourists

Mass tourism threatens the fragile ecosystem of Antarctica, transforming once pristine environments into crowded tourist destinations.
OMG science
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Scientists discover microplastics in Antarctica's most remote regions

Microplastics have been discovered in Antarctica, illustrating the widespread issue of plastic pollution even in untouched environments.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

The Search for the Original Silly Goose in the Fossil Record

The discovery of Vegavis iaai, an ancient relative of modern geese and ducks, could fill a vital evolutionary gap regarding the emergence of birds.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Kids can talk to Santa through Christmas Eve thanks to shortwave radio

On Christmas Eve, scientists at field stations across Antarctica sing carols to one another via shortwave radio, showcasing the unique connections formed through community science.
Science
#flat-earth
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fromNature
6 months ago

Antarctica's first known amber whispers of a vanished rainforest

The discovery of amber deposits in Antarctica marks a significant scientific achievement, as this substance had previously only been found on six continents, underscoring the geological diversity of the region.
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fromConde Nast Traveler
7 months ago

A New Documentary Charts the Sinking of Shackleton's 'Endurance'-and Its Rediscovery a Century Later

The wreck of Shackleton's Endurance has finally been sought after with modern technology, intertwining past and present exploration efforts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Coolest job on Earth': Antarctica welcomes new postmaster

"I thought it'd be something new, something exciting and that I had nothing to lose from applying. So I just thought, why not give it a go?"
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