Two Greek marine biologists spent 17 days in Antarctica, marking the first organized Greek scientific diving expedition to the continent. They describe their life and work in the icy environment.

Climate warming is projected to expose a significant ice-free land area in Antarctica by 2300, potentially revealing huge deposits of gold, silver, and copper and drastically reshaping the continent's geopolitics.

The 2026 Southwest U.S. Heat Wave is identified as one of the most remarkable weather events of the century, alongside other instances of extraordinary warmth globally. This extreme warmth is significantly impacting climate norms from the Pacific Northwest to Antarctica.

Controversial climate activist Paul Watson is facing a lawsuit after one of his vessels rammed a Norwegian trawler near Antarctica, with Watson claiming they only 'scraped off a little paint'.

Scientists have uncovered a vast 100-kilometer "hidden world" beneath Antarctica. This significant discovery has the potential to alter current climate predictions.

Scientists are venturing into the "mesophotic zone" of Antarctica, a lesser-known deep-sea area spanning approximately 30 to 150 meters in depth.

A delegation of Chilean and European authorities and institutions completed a technical visit to the "Profesor Julio Escudero" research station on King George Island, Antarctica, to review progress on an international project validating renewable hydrogen energy systems.

Users are discussing the possibility of ancient civilizations building massive structures in Antarctica, with independent researcher Jay Anderson noting ice structures using Google Earth.

Brazil is enhancing its activities in Antarctica with the construction of a new polar vessel, the "Almirante Saldanha," which is expected to significantly advance the Brazilian Navy's operational and scientific capabilities.

New research on millions-of-years-old ice from Antarctica suggests that past ocean temperatures, rather than solely greenhouse gases, may have been a primary driver of Earth's climate changes.

After decades of expanding each winter, the sea ice around Antarctica rapidly decreased in 2015, with a stormy winter contributing to its significant melt.

New research reveals that microbes in Antarctica can survive the long, dark, and extremely cold winters by consuming only air, adapting to the harsh conditions where temperatures remain far below freezing and sunlight is absent for months.

An eight-week voyage to the bottom of the Earth helped the photojournalist Chang W. Lee better understand his late father.

King penguins in Antarctica are reportedly thriving due to current climate change conditions, with their population flourishing. However, the long-term implications remain uncertain.

After 40 years in the ocean north of Antarctica, the world's largest iceberg, A23a, is expected to melt away within weeks, according to researchers. At its peak, the iceberg was larger than Gotland.

A US Senate chair has accused Russia of violating international treaties by engaging in oil and gas exploration in Antarctica, with operations reportedly facilitated through Cape Town.

Three Spanish scientists recount their experiences of being isolated for months at the Amundsen-Scott base in Antarctica, enduring extreme cold and eternal night as new scientists prepare for similar isolation.

The frozen coast of Antarctica has lost an area equivalent to three times Mallorca over the past 30 years, with the retreat concentrated in deep marine trenches where currents allow warmer waters to access and erode the ice.

Researchers have found a link between gravitational 'holes' in Antarctica and the climate, suggesting these anomalies could influence global climate patterns and oceans.

Scientists are concerned about processes in Antarctica, particularly how emperor penguins' annual molting ritual is becoming life-threatening due to climate change and shrinking ice floes in the Southern Ocean.

British scientists have observed a significant decline in emperor penguins successfully molting in West Antarctica over the past seven years, attributing the difficulty to climate change.

The 31st Ukrainian Antarctic expedition, led by meteorologist Anzhelika Hanchuk, the first woman to lead such an expedition in Ukraine's history, has departed for the Akademik Vernadsky station.

Antarctica is recruiting up to 150 new workers annually for various roles, offering a salary of 35,000 euros, with travel, food, and accommodation provided.

A group of scientists has completed the world's deepest drill in Antarctica, retrieving a sediment sample estimated to be around 23 million years old. This data will allow researchers to analyze the process of ice sheet melting.

Turkish researchers are conducting expeditions to Antarctica to explore its extreme ecosystems, specifically studying algae and microbes, with the goal of developing new antiviral drug candidates and sustainable biofertilizers.

An expedition to Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier involves scientists, graduate students, and even seals to study the rapidly changing environment and install equipment beneath the ice to understand its melting.

China has successfully set a new record for scientific drilling in Antarctica, marking a significant achievement in polar research.

A nurse reflects on her time spent in Antarctica, describing the quiet mornings, the wind, snow, and encounters with penguins near Marian Cove.

Argentine environmentalist Horacio Werner highlights Antarctica as a continent of scientific cooperation and a beacon of peace, analyzing its role as one of the longest-lasting experiments in international collaboration amidst global antagonism.

New research indicates that microplastics, largely from clothing, have infiltrated Antarctica, being detected in seals, penguins, insects, and bivalves across various land, ice, and ocean ecosystems.

Zurich Zoo is introducing pea protein bratwurst, sparking debate among the community. The move coincides with the promotion of an Antarctica cruise, leading to accusations of hypocrisy and some understanding from the public.

An expedition to Antarctica offers a glimpse into the frozen kingdom, detailing experiences and observations from the icy continent.

Scientists are undergoing specialized training for polar ice diving to conduct research on the Arctic, which is experiencing warming at a rate four times faster than the rest of the planet.

New research has revealed that microbes in Antarctica possess the ability to survive and thrive amidst extreme temperature amplitudes, offering insights into microbial resilience.

Scientists are studying animals in Antarctica, such as certain fish species, that possess unique biological adaptations allowing them to survive and thrive in sub-zero temperatures without freezing.

Wealthy tourists are reportedly visiting Antarctica to observe the effects of climate change, including melting ice and endangered penguin populations.

A submersible reportedly uncovered secret structures before vanishing under the waters of Antarctica, sparking mystery and concern.

A climate reporter's observations from Antarctica highlight the potential for the collapse of the Thwaites Glacier to redraw coastlines and displace millions in rapidly growing cities worldwide.

Reports indicate that scientists are now admitting the existence of a massive 'gravity hole' located underneath Antarctica, a phenomenon previously dismissed.

The TikTok girlies conquering Antarctica  The Observer

A Czech scientific expedition is completing its twentieth mission in Antarctica, with 18 scientists and technical staff studying glaciers, climate, and local ecosystems around the Johann Gregor Mendel polar research station.

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Scientists have created the first comprehensive map of Antarctica's glacier grounding line movement, revealing ice losses equivalent to ten cities the size of Los Angeles over three decades.

Scientists have identified a zone under Antarctica with the weakest gravity on Earth, which they say is evolving.

Antarctica's 'Blood Falls,' a natural phenomenon characterized by a bright red waterfall, was first observed by Australian geologist Thomas Griffith Taylor in a harsh, cold region.

An event or exhibition titled 'Antarctica in Encants' is taking place at the Encants market in Barcelona.

A science podcast highlights how the oldest ice in Antarctica holds crucial information for unlocking Earth's climate secrets, offering insights into past climate conditions.

New research indicates that as Antarctica's ice melts due to climate warming, valuable minerals and land are being exposed, potentially challenging the existing ban on mining on the continent.

British and American research stations in Antarctica are seeking various professionals, including carpenters, cooks, and a hairdresser.

Jobs for various professions, including chefs, plumbers, carpenters, and hairdressers, are being advertised for positions in Antarctica.

Researchers have drilled hundreds of meters deep under the West Antarctic ice sheet, discovering layers formed millions of years ago and evidence that the area was once partially an ocean.

Raymond reflects on his two-month expedition to Antarctica after returning to New Zealand, sharing his experiences in The World newsletter.

A 'ring of fire' solar eclipse is anticipated to be visible from Antarctica, providing a unique celestial event for observers and local wildlife.

Ukrainian scientists have deployed additional air quality monitoring instruments at the Akademik Vernadsky Station in Antarctica and aboard the Noosfera research icebreaker. These devices will enhance data collection on global air quality.

China's 42nd scientific expedition to Antarctica successfully drilled 3,413 meters deep into the ice using a hot water system, gaining access to subglacial lakes.

Cameron Mofid, who visited every country by the age of 25, shares his experience of traveling to Antarctica, the last continent he had yet to see, highlighting how much more there was to explore.

A new study by Italy's ENEA indicates that rising temperatures in Antarctica are intensifying gravity waves, potentially leading to significant effects on the global climate.

An incident occurred in Antarctic waters between the activist ship 'Bandero,' linked to Paul Watson, and a Norwegian-flagged industrial fishing vessel, 'Antarctic Sea,' highlighting tensions over whale hunting.

A new study suggests that Antarctica could warm 1.4 times faster than the rest of the Southern Hemisphere in the coming decades, a phenomenon attributed to polar amplification, similar to what has been observed in the Arctic.

An article discusses the complexities and inherent difficulties arising from individuals' diverse motivations and reasons, even in remote locations like Antarctica.

Three geoscientists from Nova Scotia have returned from a month-long research trip to Antarctica, aiming to encourage more women to pursue careers in their field.

Antarctica NZ announced its goal to present a detailed business case for the revamp of Scott Base to Cabinet for approval in June.

The 21 must-do highlights of Antarctica  SMH.com.au

An Antarctic mission is shining a light into the depths of the waters of the South Pole. Conservation group Under the Pole have been conducting marine research and raising awareness for almost 20 years. They've recently made some stunning discoveries by diving deep under the ice. Our France 2 colleagues report.

The A23-A iceberg, the oldest and largest ever recorded, is nearing the end of its existence after detaching from Antarctica 40 years ago. As it disintegrates, the nutrients released from the melting ice are causing a significant bloom of microalgae, which is vital for the marine food chain.

Antarctic sea ice is showing signs of recovery after reaching an annual minimum close to the 50-year average, surprising researchers.

Spare a thought for the iceberg A23a which, after an extraordinary 40-year life voyaging around the southern Atlantic Ocean, is this month expected to die unnoticed close to the island of South Georgia, a mess of “brash ice, small icebergs and bergy bits”. A23a was one of the largest “megabergs” to be spawned in our lifetimes. When it broke away from the Filchner Ice Shelf into the Weddell Sea in Western Antarctica in 1986, it covered an area of around 4,000 sq km – about the size of Hong Kon...

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Scientists believe they have discovered the reason behind the 'Blood Falls' phenomenon in Antarctica, where iron-rich saltwater bursts through ice, staining it red.

The rotation of annual Antarctic expeditions has commenced at Ukraine's Vernadsky Research Base, marking the regular changeover of personnel for scientific research in the polar region.

Scientists have drilled deep beneath the Antarctic ice, discovering a geological record containing 23-million-year-old climate data that could reshape future sea-level rise predictions.

Kathryn Hahn jumped in to present at SAG’s Actor Awards with the ‘Heated Rivalry’ star, who jetted back to L.A. after making his ‘Saturday Night Live’ debut last night.

A video claiming to show a solar eclipse that occurred on February 17, visible only in Antarctica, has appeared on social media, prompting questions about its authenticity.

Antarctica is emerging as a new focal point for global mineral discussions as climate change reveals hidden mineral wealth beneath melting ice, reigniting geopolitical ambitions for exploitation.

Scientists have discovered that the annual molting process of emperor penguins, where they lose and regrow feathers, puts them at risk as Antarctica changes due to global warming.

Antarctica New Zealand is recruiting 40 individuals for various roles at its remote research station, offering unique job opportunities in one of the Earth's most isolated environments.

A mother took her teen son out of school for a three-week trip to Antarctica, which she says helped him with college pressure and brought them closer.

Microplastics have been discovered in the only insect species native to Antarctica, the wingless midge, highlighting the pervasive reach of plastic pollution even in remote environments.

Researchers have discovered that shifting gravity patterns may have contributed to the growth of Antarctica’s massive ice sheets, explaining the origins of a 'gravity hole' over the continent.

Reporters and scientists are documenting expeditions to Antarctica, drawing attention to the continent's melting ice and the broader implications for climate change.