Penguins evolved in the Southern Hemisphere and never reached the North Pole because they adapted to their specific environment. Their inability to fly and the absence of land predators in Antarctica were also key factors.

Between Tasmania and Antarctica, there are a series of tiny, isolated islands on the cusp of the Southern Ocean. Many people don’t even realise they exist,

In a signed letter, 170 researchers, including 10 from Columbia University, urged Congress and National Science Foundation to continue the operation of the Nathaniel B. Palmer.

Guwahati: A set of fossilised leaves from Nagaland’s Indo-Burma range has helped scientists uncover a surprising connection between the formation of

Thanks to a growing body of Antarctic research, scientists are beginning to understand what journeys on the coldest continent do to the human body.

After nearly 40 years, Antarctic megaberg A23a is disintegrating, offering scientists rare insights into ice and climate change.

American pilot and influencer Ethan Guo, who was stuck more than two months at a Chilean air base in Antarctica, made a $30,000 donation Tuesday to a children’s cancer foundation under an agreement…

Life teems under the Antarctic ice sheet. In subglacial Lake Mercer, it is surprisingly versatile and isolated from the rest of the world.

A sudden stratospheric warming event is unfolding over Antarctica in early September 2025, rapidly weakening the southern polar vortex. Forecast models indicate potential downstream effects on the…

Antarctica New Zealand is finally moving to fix blades for its wind farm at Ross Island and get new turbines built..

New research suggests that visitors to Antarctica could skyrocket from 125 000 in 2023-2024 to more than 450 000 by 2034.According to the study by …

“Like a floating avalanche…” A23a, the one trillion-ton iceberg that broke off of Antarctica, is calving into the ocean.

Ethan Guo spent two months detained in Antarctica after landing his Cessna without permission, but charges were dropped and he was released with a $30,000 penalty.

Most of Earth's fresh water is locked in the ice that covers Antarctica. As the ocean and atmosphere grow warmer, that ice is melting at a startling pace with sea levels and global currents changing in ...

Recent discoveries include lost continents, as well as signs of ancient rainforests and dinosaurs.

Leading scientific discovery in the White Continent, this is our guide to the world’s most remote outposts in Antarctica.

Penguins, -35 degree winds and a Fordham graduate’s path to one of the coldest jobs on Earth.

A study published in Nature Communications has confirmed that the interior of East Antarctica is experiencing a warming rate higher than its coastal

Snow Algae causing ice sheets to melt rapidly in Antarctica

HARMONY TOWNSHIP — Warren County 4-Hers sometimes range far afield in their research, but seldom as far afield as Antarctica. Livia Simpson, 13, of Stewartsville, assisted by a large stuffed penguin with a pocket for donations, was giving presentations with the goal of teaching little kids how science uses data to make informed decisions. “The

Send your name on an extraordinary adventure to the world’s most remote continent as part of Ticket to Antarctica.

Beyond its harsh conditions, an Antarctic discovery has been made, revealing something that has been frozen for millions of years. It will rewrite history.

With the days of dial-up and pitiful 2G data connections long behind most of us, it would seem tempting to stop caring about how much data an end-user is expected to suck down that big and wide bro…

After a Chicago-sized ice sheet broke away from Antarctica, a thriving ecosystem was exposed. Learn more about the species researchers found there.

Scientific Reports - Effects of one year of extreme isolation in Antarctica on olfactory and gustatory functions

Submarine canyons could be affecting the climate more than previously thought

Ethan Guo, an American teen pilot and influencer agreed to a deal with Chilean prosecutors after an unauthorized landing on their territory.

Insufficient monitoring leaves gaps in our knowledge of Antarctica’s unique lifeforms and ecosystems, and their global significance.

At Gurugram's Prego restaurant, Juan Cristobal Del Bravo of Antarctica 21 transported a group of curious travellers to 12,000 km away to Antarctica — a land with no cities and no citizens.

A recent study published in Marine Geology has revealed the existence of 332 submarine canyons in Antarctica, five times previous estimates, providing new insights into their role

When you first see Antarctica on a globe, it looks like a smooth sheet of ice pressed against the bottom of the planet. But the rugged continent buried underneath is filled with sights that no one has laid eyes on directly.

 Coming up in September, the Margaret Watson Bird Club will learn more about the frozen parts of the world, thanks to a live presentation. On Thursday, Sept. 4, David Spears and Damien Fehrer, will share about their travels. The two club members in 2024 went on a 16-day voyage to the Antarctic Peninsula.  From Valparaiso, […]

IN A NUTSHELL 🏔️ The ancient Transantarctic Mountains stretch over 2,175 miles, influencing ice flow and thickness. 🔬 Researchers use thermochronology to date geological occurrences, linking them to glaciation events. 🌿 Fossilized plants reveal a warmer past climate, providing insights into climate history and future predictions. 🧊 Hidden geological features impact global sea levels and

The team member insisted on sitting inside a machine's bucket that was already filled with a giant scoop of ice.

Over 40% of the respondents to the survey said they experienced some form of sexual harassment or sexual assault while on research expeditions.

As climate scientist Professor Nerilie Abram is about to embark on a new job as Chief Scientist at the Australian Antarctic Division, she reflects on her love and dedication for Antarctic science.

Russia’s recent announcement of discovering 511 billion barrels of oil beneath the Antarctic seabed is sparking significant geopolitical tensions. This

KOPRI discovers 27 bacteria in Antarctic glaciers, 9 identified as potential pathogens Uncovering ancient microorganisms in polar ice reveals potential health risks as they emerge due to climate change

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From 1983, the Shirase made 25 round trips between Japan and Showa Station in Antarctica over the course of 25 years.

Antarctica has long been seen as a remote, unchanging environment. Not any more. The ice-covered continent and the surrounding Southern Ocean are