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Enormous hole the size of Switzerland appeared in the Antarctica sea ice, now we know why
When a massive, black patch, known as a polynya, was spotted by NASA scientists for the first time, satellite operators were ...
Listen to some of the world’s most iconic sites with Sonic Heritage
Sonic Heritage captures the sounds of 270 UNESCO World Heritage sites — inviting us to tune in to some of the most culturally ...
Retracing the snowy footsteps of my ancestors, who traveled to Antarctica before it became commonplace
My grandparents are responsible for my love of travel. This visit to Antarctica felt the most meaningful of the trips they ...
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Why vanishing sea ice at the poles is a crisis for the entire planet
Extremely low sea ice levels in the Arctic and Antarctica signal a "new normal" that may accelerate global warming and ...
From food supply to weather patterns, here's how Antarctica affects the world
A trip to Antarctica might feel less like crossing the ocean and more like crossing the galaxy, but what happens there ...
20 of the Strangest Maps Ever Created
All maps are influenced by the intent and biases of their creator—even those that are striving to be as accurate as possible.
Inside This Family’s 7-Year Voyage Around the World Aboard a 146-Foot Explorer Yacht
Yet three decades later, Schröder, his wife, Jeannine, and their four sons are at the beginning of a seven-year voyage aboard ...