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While the world powers compete for control of the Arctic, a new and unexpected contender has quietly emerged: microplastics.

Ingrid Pedersen: The First Woman to Fly Over the North Pole

In 1963, Ingrid Pedersen crossed the North Pole in a small aircraft, becoming the first woman to do so on a flight from Alaska to Norway.

Bulgarian Antarctic Research

Bulgaria began its Antarctic activities as early as 1967–1969, when Bulgarian meteorologists participated in the 13th Soviet Antarctic Expedition.

Scientific Insights from an Inuit Narwhal Hunt

Researchers gained rare insights into narwhals by joining an Inuit hunt, revealing new details about their behavior and biology.

Surprising Discovery Beneath Greenland’s Ice

New research findings show that the bed beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet is structured differently than long assumed.

Farewell, Sun

A special moment marked the beginning of a long and challenging period at Japan’s Showa Station in Antarctica in early June.

Ocean Current AMOC: New Risks Discovered

A recent scientific study focuses on a key element of the global climate system: the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC).

Wet tundra increases parasite risk for reindeer

Changing moisture conditions in the Arctic may influence parasite exposure in Svalbard reindeer by affecting where infective larvae are found.

Emily Lady Shackleton – The Patient Lady

Greta Paulsdottir

Of all the heroes of the Golden Age of Antarctic exploration (1897–1922), the name Ernest Shackleton shines the brightest.

Seawater as a Witness to Change on Svalbard

Scientists in Svalbard have shown that seawater can reveal which animals live in the Arctic, offering a new way to track how climate change is reshaping polar ecosystems.

Reindeer reveal rising Arctic pollution levels

Warming temperatures in the Arctic may be releasing long-stored pollutants, with Svalbard reindeer showing rising levels of persistent chemicals.

Cooking at the End of the World: Everyday Life in Antarctica

Icy winds, endless expanses of snow, and temperatures far below freezing, Antarctica is one of the most inhospitable places on Earth.

First “Woolly Mouse” as a Step Toward Reviving the Mammoth

A genetically engineered mouse with strikingly dense, woolly fur is currently attracting attention in the scientific community.

The Madrid Protocol: A Long-Term Spatial Ordering Mechanism

Pamela da Costa

The Madrid Protocol functions as a long-term spatial ordering device.

Krill fishing and bycatch in the Southern Ocean

Krill fishing in the Southern Ocean is tightly managed, but new research shows that bycatch and local fishing pressure remain important concerns.

Argentine Cuisine: Matambre a la Pizza

Matambre a la Pizza is a delicious Argentine dish that combines the best elements of grilled meat and pizza.

Bird Flu Confirmed in Polar Bear on Svalbard

A polar bear found dead on Svalbard has tested positive for H5N5 avian influenza, the first confirmed case of bird flu in a polar bear in Europe.

Antarctic krill: a key species in the Southern Ocean

Antarctic krill are small crustaceans that form the foundation of the Southern Ocean ecosystem.

How Modern Radar Systems Secure the Arctic

The Arctic is increasingly moving into the focus of global politics. The reasons for this are vast natural resource deposits, new shipping routes emerging as ice melts, and its strategic location between major powers.

Inspection of Fire Protection Equipment at Showa Station

At the beginning of April 2026, a comprehensive inspection of all fire protection equipment was carried out at Japan’s Showa Station.

250 million years ago, a meteorite struck Antarctica

An international team of researchers has discovered a impact crater beneath the ice of Antarctica using two GRACE satellites.

How warming affects microbial processes in polar regions

Microbial processes in warming polar regions may influence greenhouse gas emissions and climate beyond the Arctic and Antarctic.

Vivian Fuchs – A First and a Fourth Place

Greta Paulsdottir

January 19, 1958: Journalists had been flown to the American station at the South Pole because the whole world was eagerly waiting to see whether the great adventure would succeed.

Rain, Slush and Record Temperatures Mark April on Svalbard

Exceptionally warm temperatures and heavy rain disrupted research, tourism and winter activities across Svalbard during one of the Arctic archipelago’s warmest Aprils on record.

Young Ice Swimmer Conquers Polar Waters in Svalbard

Marcel Schütz

A remarkable achievement unfolded in the Arctic waters of Svalbard this week as 15-year-old British ice swimmer Frankie Jackson completed a 1-kilometer polar swim at Bore Glacier, Svalbard, in temperatures well below freezing.

Brussels Imposes Sanctions on the Port of Murmansk

On 23 April 2026, the European Union adopted new measures against Russia as part of its 20th package of sanctions. The focus is on the northern Russian port of Murmansk.

Four members of the Franklin expedition identified

Almost 180 years after the tragic end of the Franklin expedition, researchers have succeeded in definitively identifying four previously unknown crew members using DNA analysis.

May 12, 1926 — Nobile Reaches the North Pole

On May 12, 1926, the Italian aviation pioneer Umberto Nobile flew over the North Pole in the airship “Norge,” together with the Norwegian polar explorer Roald Amundsen and the American Lincoln Ellsworth.

Cold-adapted microbes and their biotechnological potential

Cold-adapted microbes produce enzymes that function at low temperatures, offering potential applications in industry and biotechnology.

Antarctica: A Glimpse into the Future of Seabirds

A recent scientific study shows that ancient bird droppings can provide important clues about the development of seabird populations.

Mine 7 Closure Ends Norwegian Coal Mining in Longyearbyen

The recent closure of Mine 7 marks the end of Norwegian coal mining in Longyearbyen and reflects a broader shift toward new economic activities on Svalbard.

Life in a frozen world: microbes in the cryosphere

Microbial life thrives across Arctic and Antarctic environments, using specialized adaptations to survive extreme cold, ice and limited resources.

Hantavirus Alert After Flight: 82 Fellow Passengers Being Sought

Following several deaths aboard the expedition ship MV Hondius, the World Health Organization has issued an urgent appeal.

50 Years of Georg Forster Station – A Milestone in Polar Research

On April 21, 1976, the future Georg Forster Station of the former GDR was officially inaugurated in the Schirmacher Oasis in Antarctica.

The Quiet Power of Nature in the Geopolitical Game

Pamela da Costa

Nature does not concern itself with geopolitics or science… until either determines our collective fate.

Three Dead After Virus Outbreak on Cruise Ship

A deadly outbreak of an acute respiratory illness has occurred aboard the expedition cruise ship “MV Hondius” off the coast of Cape Verde.

When AI Counts Penguins: High-Tech in Antarctica

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is opening up new possibilities for scientific research, particularly in the field of ecology.

Together Against Climate Change at the South Pole

As part of the 62nd Chilean Antarctic Expedition, a team from the Chilean Antarctic Institute visited several sites on the Antarctic Peninsula. The aim was to ensure that the automatic weather stations were in working order.

Killer whales expand into the Arctic

As sea ice retreats, killer whales are moving into the High Arctic, disrupting fragile ecosystems.

Viruses and Bacteria: A Threat from Permafrost

Climate change is not only bringing rising temperatures and melting glaciers, it may also release a largely overlooked danger: ancient pathogens from permafrost.

Crossing Antarctica by Kite-Ski: Experience from the Field

From stalled winds to failing equipment, Heïdi Sevestre describes what it really takes to cross Antarctica by kite-ski.

Early thaw complicates return from Mina’s Svalbard crossing

Marcel Schütz

Early thawing in Svalbard is creating unexpected logistical challenges for the return of ten-year-old Mina Floriana Read from the northern part of the archipelago.

Deep ocean drives Antarctic iron supply

Melting Antarctic ice may not fertilize the ocean as expected, as most iron instead comes from deep water and the seafloor.

Russia’s LNG Projects Under Sanctions

The Arctic is gaining increasing international importance due to its vast natural resources, especially natural gas.

The Falkland Islands return to the political spotlight

Marcel Schütz

The Falkland Islands are once again the focus of international political reporting. The trigger is statements from the circle around Donald Trump, which have been reported in various media outlets in connection with foreign policy issues of the United States.

Drone sampling reveals virus in Arctic whales

Cetacean morbillivirus has been detected in Arctic whales for the first time, raising new questions about marine mammal health in northern waters.

New Sensors Measure Air Quality in Antarctica

Ukrainian scientists have expanded their research on air quality in some of the most remote regions on Earth.

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