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Irish polar explorer Shackleton’s ship discovered in Antarctica

107 years after its sinking, Ernest Shackleton’s ‘Endurance’ has been discovered deep beneath the Antarctic Ocean.

Green News

Why is the snow in Antarctica turning from white to black?

How black carbon pollution is causing Antarctica’s snow to darken - and melt faster

Nature

Meet the polar explorers who fell in love across a frozen continent

Two Australian Antarctic explorers are returning home with a wedding to plan after sparking up a romance that’s endured the isolation of the frozen continent.

Nature

Why is this Antarctic penguin thriving in the face of climate change?

It isn’t all bad news for our favourite flightless birds, a recent study indicates

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Culture news

What's it like to celebrate Christmas in Antarctica?

When you're celebrating Christmas from one of the most remote outposts on Earth, it's all about logistics.

Climate

‘Monster’ glacier in Antarctica on verge of losing ice shelf

Scientists have discovered cracks in the shelf holding back Thwaites glacier which could cause sea levels to rise by several feet.

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Total solar eclipse plunges Antarctica into darkness

A total solar eclipse plunged Antarctica from summer into darkness early Saturday in a rare astronomical spectacle witnessed by a handful of scientists and thrill-seekers -- and countless penguins.

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Total solar eclipse seen from Union Glacier, Antarctica

A total solar eclipse could be seen from Antarctica on Saturday with NASA live streaming the event, showing a striking image of the sky darkening. Those living in southern parts of Africa, Australia and South America could also witness a partial solar eclipse.

Climate

Antarctic's oldest ice holds a 1.5m year record of climate change

This ancient record of the Earth’s atmosphere could hold valuable clues about how our planet will respond to rising temperatures.

Climate

‘Glue’ that holds icebergs together is melting in Antarctica

Scientists are concerned that 'ice glue' is starting to melt due to the increasing heat, which will mean sea levels rise more rapidly.

Ocean

How Antarctica is helping in the climate fight and how to protect it

Not even the most remote place on Earth has been spared from man-made damage. Here’s how we can protect Antarctica and why it’s important to act now.

Climate

What are the impacts of the ozone hole on weather and climate?

The 2021 ozone hole is one of the biggest on record. But the impacts on weather and climate patterns remain quite mysterious.

Ocean

Protecting Antarctica - The geopolitical challenge with high global stakes

In partnership with the European Commission

The Antarctic Ocean plays a central role in our climate and in marine ecosystems, but climate change is threatening this. We find out how it's possible to protect one of the planet's key areas.

Green News

Passengers on a cruise to the Arctic Circle are cleaning up Svalbard

Currents wash up plastic waste from fishing industries in the Northern hemisphere, endangering local wildlife in Svalbard.

World News

MEPs demand Brussels break global deadlock over Antarctica protection

In a resolution passed on Thursday, MEPs overwhelmingly called on the Commission to demand the intensification of bilateral and multilateral efforts in order to reach an agreement over the creation of two so-called Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).

Destinations

A guide to the most expensive mountain climbs in the world

Here’s what it costs to climb the most expensive summits across the globe.

Climate

Meet the Arctic Angels fighting to save our polar ice caps

This group of young women is travelling to Antarctica to share the impact of the ice crisis with world leaders from the front lines.

Europe Decoded

World's biggest iceberg breaks off from Antarctica, says ESA

The 4,320 square-kilometre iceberg is larger than the island of Mallorca. It's broken off and is now floating in Antarctica's Weddell Sea.

Culture Series

Discover an Antarctic research base with this virtual tour in pictures

We give you an exclusive look inside an Antarctic research station closed to tourists during the pandemic.

Nature

Scientists accidentally discover life 900m under Antarctic ice

A team of geologists were surprised to find marine creatures clinging to a boulder in complete darkness.