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
Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
Now, Antarctica is the only place left on Earth untouched by these pests.
Mosquitoes discovered in Iceland for first time
The island nation, along with Antarctica, has long been one of the few places on Earth free from the bloodsucking insects.
Three Chennai retirees travel to both ends of the Earth
Three friends from Chennai embark on polar expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic, experiencing awe-inspiring landscapes and wildlife.
'A genuine thrill for all of us' - Telford students secure 'ticket to Antarctica' as school joins polar research project
Students at a Telford secondary school have secured a 'ticket to Antarctica' and will play a part in seeing a digital time capsule delivered to the edge of the world.
Origin Of Mystery Volcanic Signal Pinpointed Thanks To Glass Shards
The mystery location of a giant volcanic eruption that occurred almost 500 years ago has partially been solved thanks to glass shards preserved in the ice covering Antarctica.
Artificial intelligence supercharges science on the Antarctic seafloor
New advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming the way scientists explore and understand some of the most remote parts of the ocean around Antarctica and the strange creatures that live there.
Temperature yo-yo messes with my sleep
Unusual temperature changes in the spring forecast is due to a sudden warming even over Antarctica in September.
'Spectacular' hidden structures discovered deep beneath Antarctica
Scientist from University College Cork and the University of Barcelona have discovered 300 underwater canyons hidden off Antarctica’s coast, here's an explainer on what the research found and why it is so important.
Antarctica breakthrough as AI helps discover 'creatures never seen before'
Scientists are studying pictures of ‘weird animals' in the deep ocean.
Melting ice protects Antarctica ocean against carbon disaster: Study
New research defies climate models, showing the Southern Ocean's ability to absorb CO2 is temporarily preserved.
Recent Arctic News:
Arctic News
Mounties to extend drone use to help SWAT teams, find missing persons, RCMP chief says
Plans were raised in a national security committee meeting, which also discussed foreign interference and safeguarding the Arctic
Jackson Public Schools renews cybersecurity contract after 2022 ransomware attack
Jackson Public Schools first contracted with Arctic Wolf after a ransomware attack in 2022 shut down the school district.
Increasing heat is super-charging Arctic climate and weather extremes
By evaluating historical climate records, observational and projection data, an international team of researchers found a "pushing and triggering" mechanism that has driven the Arctic climate system to a new state, which will likely see consistently increased frequency and intensity of extreme events across all system components—the atmosphere, ocean and cryosphere—this century.
Remarkable story of Nuneaton WWII veteran as he celebrates 100th birthday
David Roberts was in the Royal Navy and was given a Russian medal for his courage in the Arctic Convoy as well as being part of the D-Day landings in France
Russia to raise sunken nuclear submarines over radiation fears
Kremlin increasingly concerned about decaying Soviet-era vessels on Arctic seabed
Greenland's caves preserve an ancient climate archive
In a remote cave in northern Greenland, a research team led by geologists Gina Moseley, Gabriella Koltai, and Jonathan Baker from the University of Innsbruck has discovered evidence of a significantly warmer Arctic. The cave deposits show that the region was free of permafrost millions of years ago and responded sensitively to rising temperatures.
Quebec 2026: When to visit, where to stay, and what to do
New developments are shining a spotlight on Indigenous culture in Canada’s biggest province—an area that encompasses cobblestone streets, boreal forests, Arctic tundra, glacier-carved fjords, and thousands of lakes.
Three Chennai retirees travel to both ends of the Earth
Three friends from Chennai embark on polar expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic, experiencing awe-inspiring landscapes and wildlife.
Map Shows Chinese Cargo Ship in New Arctic Sea Route
Despite adverse weather, the Istanbul Bridge completed its historic voyage in just 26 days.
Bins flow down street as roads turn to rivers after Britain battered by torrential rain - with Arctic blast to send temperatures plunging to -1C this weekend
The Met Office expects a deep area of low pressure will affect southern and eastern England from tomorrow night into Thursday with strong gusts and heavy rain.
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.