Polar News and Research
Both the Arctic and Antarctic polar regions represent two of the most intense and important areas for scientific research and exploration on the planet. These extreme, inhospitable environments harbor crucial insights into everything from climate change’s accelerating impacts to the fundamentals of physics, space science, glaciology, biodiversity and more. Stay informed on the latest news, discoveries and scientific advancements from the Arctic and Antarctic polar regions.
Polar News
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments, scientific discoveries, and environmental news from Antarctica and the Arctic. Our curated news feed brings you the most relevant and interesting stories from the world’s polar regions.
Recent Antarctica News:
Antarctica News
Water Around Antarctica Is Getting More Saline, Could Drive Rapid Melting: Study
The saltier waters could accelerate ice melting.
Melting glaciers and ice caps could unleash wave of volcanic eruptions, study says
Research in Chile suggests climate crisis makes eruptions more likely and explosive, and warns of Antarctica risk
More Explosive Volcanoes Expected As Glaciers Melt
Hundreds of dormant volcanoes across the globe—particularly in Antarctica—could become more active thanks to climate change.
Ui-te-Rangiora: Old Māori Legend Suggests They May Have Discovered Antarctica 1,000 Years Before Europeans
Long before European colonizers sighted the continent, legendary explorer Hui Te Rangiora may have seen Antarctica.
"For Unknown Reasons": Mystery Of The Oldest Human Remains Ever Found In Antarctica
"Whatever the chain of events, only those remains here mentioned have been found up to this day," Daniel Torres Navarro explained of his discovery.
Teen pilot detained in Antarctica while attempting solo flight to seven continents
The US teen is trying to raise $1 million for cancer research through his journey.
How do you stop a rat that can chew through concrete?
Rats exist on every continent except Antarctica, but where else do they enjoy al fresco dining at sidewalk cafes?
Antarctica's Ocean Is Mysteriously Getting Saltier, Spelling End to Sea Ice
The ocean around Antarctica is rapidly getting saltier at the same time as sea ice is retreating at a record pace.
Teen Pilot, On Mission To Raise Money, Held In Antarctica For Modifying Plan Without Notifying ATC
Teen pilot Ethan Guo was arrested in Antarctica for altering his flight plan without notifying air traffic control. He was on a mission to raise $1 million for cancer research.
‘Completely unexpected’: Antarctic sea ice may be in terminal decline due to rising Southern Ocean salinity
Scientists once thought Antarctica might hold onto its sea ice as the world warmed. No longer.
Recent Arctic News:
Arctic News
Arctic shipping noise is silencing narwhals and shifting their movements, study finds
Research highlights the need for long-term monitoring of wildlife, environmental conditions and human activities to better predict the mammal’s behaviours
Beeston music festival could be cancelled after rejected temporary licences
The festival is set to host a number of musical tribute acts, including ABBA, Arctic Monkeys and Oasis.
Arctic Zone makes cool gear for eating on the go
To pack up food for a day trip for one or two, check out the Arctic Zone High Performance Meal Prep Day Pack.
A Dundalk woman is heading to the Arctic Circle to retrace the steps of Ireland's forgotten explorer
Dr Niamh Shaw plans to research and retrace the steps of Dundalk man Leopold McClintock.
Canada races to build icebreakers amid melting ice and geopolitical tensions
In an Arctic reshaped by the climate crisis, less ice really means more as countries face risks in push for more ships
Alaska’s Wilderness At Risk As Trump Opens “Up To 82 Percent” Of National Reserve To Drilling
Oil and gas leases could soon hit the National Petroleum Reserve and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Trump tax bill earmarks $8.6-billion for U.S. Coast Guard icebreakers in the Arctic
The President has repeatedly called for the United States to beef up its icebreaker fleet to enhance national security in the Arctic
Asteroid Ryugu’s Latest Mineral Is As Weird As Finding “A Tropical Seed In The Arctic”
This discovery is making scientists question how this space rock came to be.
Lloyd Axworthy accuses Carney of taking 'bootlicking' approach to Trump
"A pattern is now set: Trump harrumphs, we comply," the former foreign affairs minister wrote. "What else will we quietly surrender? Cultural industries? Environmental standards, agriculture security, Arctic sovereignty?"
‘Seeing climate change like this, it changes you’: dance duo Bicep on making a new project in Greenland
Collaborating with Indigenous artists and sampling melting glaciers, the Northern Irish artists are championing Arctic culture – and documenting a collapsing world
Polar Research
The Arctic and Antarctic polar regions represent some of the most intense scientific research zones for studying fields like:
Climate Change & Environmental Science
- Rising temperature impacts
- Sea ice decline/glacial melt
- Shifting ecosystems and wildlife patterns
Glaciology & Paleoclimatology
- Deep ice core drilling studies
- Modeling past climate cycles
- Understanding atmospheric influences
Meteorology & Atmospheric Sciences
- Polar vortex, jet stream behavior
- Ozone measurements and depletion
- Solar activity interaction
Space Physics & Astronomy
- High altitude astrophysics research
- Cosmic ray/aurora observation stations
- Neutrino particle detection arrays
Marine Biology & Biogeochemistry
- Arctic/Antarctic marine mammal populations
- Microorganism studies in polar ice/oceans
- Impacts of ocean acidification
Through joint international efforts and permanent research facilities across the Arctic and Antarctica, scientists are constantly uncovering new findings that deepen our knowledge of these remote yet influential regions. Explore our curated collection of polar science news, scholarly publications and educational resources to stay updated on the latest groundbreaking discoveries being made on the cutting edge of polar research.