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Denmark frees anti-whaling activist Paul Watson DW 12/17/2024

Denmark rejected Japan's extradition request, releasing Paul Watson after five months in Greenland jail.

Anti-whaling activist to learn if he will be extradited to Japan within 14 days

Paul Watson awaits extradition to Japan on serious charges stemming from his anti-whaling activism, which he claims are politically motivated.

Denmark frees anti-whaling activist Paul Watson DW 12/17/2024

Denmark rejected Japan's extradition request, releasing Paul Watson after five months in Greenland jail.

Anti-whaling activist to learn if he will be extradited to Japan within 14 days

Paul Watson awaits extradition to Japan on serious charges stemming from his anti-whaling activism, which he claims are politically motivated.
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Greenland: The remote community united by its love of football

Football fosters community and identity despite Greenland's harsh environment.
Greenland aims to join CONCACAF to enhance football opportunities for its players.

How a Lost Buoy Brought Me Home | The Walrus

A buoy found in Iqaluit connects to its owner in Greenland, highlighting cultural links and the significance of shared geographical history.
#human-rights

Revisited: The chilling policy to cut Greenland's high birth rate podcast

Inuit women in Greenland suffered forced contraception under a Danish policy aimed at reducing birthrates without consent, leading to legal action against the government.

If I don't do it, who will?': Greenlandic MP defends actions in Danish parliament

Aki-Matilda Hegh-Dam's speech reveals colonial echoes in Danish society, challenging the narrative of benevolent colonizers while advocating for human rights.

Revisited: The chilling policy to cut Greenland's high birth rate podcast

Inuit women in Greenland suffered forced contraception under a Danish policy aimed at reducing birthrates without consent, leading to legal action against the government.

If I don't do it, who will?': Greenlandic MP defends actions in Danish parliament

Aki-Matilda Hegh-Dam's speech reveals colonial echoes in Danish society, challenging the narrative of benevolent colonizers while advocating for human rights.
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NASA spots details of US Army base lost under Greenland ice

NASA's recent aerial survey reveals new insights into Camp Century, a secret Cold War military outpost buried under Greenland's ice sheet.

Daily briefing: NASA finds secret ice base in Greenland

A radar survey revealed Camp Century, a hidden Cold War military base in Greenland, which is now 30 meters beneath ice.
The COP29 climate conference highlighted conflicts between rich and poor nations over climate finance commitments.
JAXA's Epsilon S rocket program faces delays after an engine test explosion.

Under a Frozen Army Base, He Found Incredible Fossils

Camp Century's ice samples reveal new insights into Greenland's ice sheet stability, suggesting it has melted away more recently than previously thought.

NASA spots details of US Army base lost under Greenland ice

NASA's recent aerial survey reveals new insights into Camp Century, a secret Cold War military outpost buried under Greenland's ice sheet.

Daily briefing: NASA finds secret ice base in Greenland

A radar survey revealed Camp Century, a hidden Cold War military base in Greenland, which is now 30 meters beneath ice.
The COP29 climate conference highlighted conflicts between rich and poor nations over climate finance commitments.
JAXA's Epsilon S rocket program faces delays after an engine test explosion.

Under a Frozen Army Base, He Found Incredible Fossils

Camp Century's ice samples reveal new insights into Greenland's ice sheet stability, suggesting it has melted away more recently than previously thought.
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Danish parenting tests under fire after baby removed from Greenlandic mother

Denmark is urged to end discriminatory parenting competency tests impacting Greenlandic families following widespread protests and a controversial case.

'I went to Greenland to try to buy it': Meet the founder who wants to re-create Mars on Earth | TechCrunch

A tech entrepreneur proposed building a new city in Greenland rather than buying it, facing political and cultural challenges.
#tourism

Endangered icebergs and melting glaciers are prompting the rise of 'last-chance tourism' in Greenland

Greenland seeks to boost tourism, but faces challenges due to its fragile environment and the impacts of global warming.

Greenland's New Airport Will Make the Arctic Island More Accessible Than Ever

United Airlines launches direct flights to Nuuk, enhancing travel options to Greenland and promoting local tourism.

Endangered icebergs and melting glaciers are prompting the rise of 'last-chance tourism' in Greenland

Greenland seeks to boost tourism, but faces challenges due to its fragile environment and the impacts of global warming.

Greenland's New Airport Will Make the Arctic Island More Accessible Than Ever

United Airlines launches direct flights to Nuuk, enhancing travel options to Greenland and promoting local tourism.
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United Airlines Just Announced 8 Exciting New International Routes for 2025

Nuuk, Greenland is set to become a major travel hub with direct US access, expanding adventure travel opportunities.
#climate-change

When the Arctic Melts

The fate of the Greenland ice sheet is crucial for global sea level rise and climate change implications.

The Outrageous Scheme to Capture and Sell Greenland's Meltwater

Shipping meltwater from Greenland could alleviate water shortages worldwide while boosting the local economy.

Entire Earth vibrated for nine days after climate-triggered mega-tsunami

The landslide and mega-tsunami in Greenland exemplify the severe impacts of climate change on geological stability and global systems.
The event underscores the unpredictable nature of climate-related disasters, even in seemingly stable regions.

Cause of 650-foot mega-tsunami shook Earth for 9 days discovered

Climate change is leading to destabilization of glaciers, causing dangerous landslides and potential tsunamis.

Greenland's Ice Sheet is Both Younger And Less Stable Than Scientists Thought

Greenland's ice sheet has thawed at least once in the last 1-2 million years, supporting concerns about human-induced global warming.

A Climate Harbinger in Greenland

Camp Century's military origins led to significant advancements in climate science through ice core drilling.

When the Arctic Melts

The fate of the Greenland ice sheet is crucial for global sea level rise and climate change implications.

The Outrageous Scheme to Capture and Sell Greenland's Meltwater

Shipping meltwater from Greenland could alleviate water shortages worldwide while boosting the local economy.

Entire Earth vibrated for nine days after climate-triggered mega-tsunami

The landslide and mega-tsunami in Greenland exemplify the severe impacts of climate change on geological stability and global systems.
The event underscores the unpredictable nature of climate-related disasters, even in seemingly stable regions.

Cause of 650-foot mega-tsunami shook Earth for 9 days discovered

Climate change is leading to destabilization of glaciers, causing dangerous landslides and potential tsunamis.

Greenland's Ice Sheet is Both Younger And Less Stable Than Scientists Thought

Greenland's ice sheet has thawed at least once in the last 1-2 million years, supporting concerns about human-induced global warming.

A Climate Harbinger in Greenland

Camp Century's military origins led to significant advancements in climate science through ice core drilling.
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BIOSIS Reveals Design for Minimal-Impact Housing in Nuuk, Greenland

BIOSIS aims to create a minimal-impact, climate-driven housing complex in Nuuk, Greenland, integrating architecture with the natural terrain.

Complex, Hidden Landscape Mapped a Mile under Greenland Ice

New geological mapping of Greenland reveals hidden terrains beneath ice, improving predictions on ice-sheet stability and GPS accuracy.

The Last Human review despair and hope for Greenland youth in crosshairs of climate peril

The documentary 'The Last Human' explores Greenland's beauty, history, and environmental challenges, emphasizing the urgency for action to protect the planet and preserve life's simple joys.

Earth's protective sky is at least 3.7 billion years old

The Isua Greenstone Belt in Greenland holds evidence of Earth's first magnetic field 3.7 billion years ago, crucial for understanding the development of life and planetary conditions.

Von der Leyen heads to Greenland as EU seeks materials for green transition

Strategic importance of Greenland due to raw materials
EU's interest in Greenland for green transition

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AI-powered drones are being used to map Greenland's melting ice sheet
The drones are equipped with sensors and machine learning algorithms to analyze the data collected

Atmospheric CO2 Has Reached Levels Not Seen in 14 Million Years, New Study Finds

Atmospheric carbon dioxide levels today are as high as they were when Greenland was free of ice and the grassland ecosystems hadn't evolved yet.
Human activity, mainly burning fossil fuels and deforestation, has caused a significant increase in global carbon dioxide levels.
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