Alaska's polar night plunges town into 66-day darkness
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Beast from the East Weather Phenomenon May Return
The sudden stratospheric warming event that triggered the 2018 'Beast from the East' could recur, bringing potential for colder, wintry conditions to the UK later this month. Read the latest forecast.
Arctic Blast Threatens Record US Cold Snap
A massive Arctic air mass is sweeping across the United States, threatening to bring dangerously frigid temperatures weeks ahead of schedule. Meteorologists warn this early winter blast could shatter records and create hazardous conditions from the Rockie
Antarctica ice collapse irreversible, sea levels to rise
Groundbreaking research reveals Antarctica's ice sheets have passed a critical tipping point, threatening irreversible sea level rise that could reshape coastlines worldwide within decades.
Abandoned mansion discovery reveals 1990s time capsule
An urban explorer's routine investigation of a derelict mansion uncovers a perfectly preserved 1990s time capsule, complete with decaying Christmas decorations and haunting personal artefacts.
British explorer survives 24-hour Arctic swim after capsizing
Incredible survival story of British adventurer who swam for 24 hours in freezing Arctic waters after his boat capsized during solo expedition
Impossible Life Discovered Beneath Arctic Ice
Groundbreaking research uncovers mysterious marine organisms flourishing in complete darkness under Arctic sea ice, challenging everything we thought we knew about polar ecosystems.
Four-day snow blast to hit UK with polar conditions
Britain braces for a severe four-day snow onslaught as weather maps reveal exact dates when arctic conditions will strike, bringing travel chaos and temperature plunge.
Polar bears invade Russian island, trap residents indoors
In a startling turn of events, residents of a remote Russian Arctic island are living under virtual house arrest as dozens of polar bears invade human settlements, creating a dangerous standoff between man and nature.
Australia seeks Antarctic workers for extreme jobs
The Australian Antarctic Program is recruiting adventurous professionals for roles in one of Earth's most extreme environments. Discover unique jobs offering competitive pay and unparalleled experiences.
UK Snow: Four-Day Arctic Blast Forecast
Britain braces for a dramatic temperature drop as weather maps reveal an Arctic freeze sweeping across the country, bringing widespread snow and ice within days.
Polar Vortex Weakening: UK Faces Colder Winter
Meteorologists warn of a potentially severe British winter ahead as the Polar Vortex shows signs of weakening, threatening plunging temperatures and increased snowfall from December through February.
Shackleton's Endurance Exhibition Captivates London Visitors
The remarkable story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Antarctic expedition comes to life in London as visitors flock to see artefacts from the recently discovered Endurance wreck.
Shackleton's Endurance shipwreck found after 107 years
Groundbreaking discovery of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance shipwreck after 107 years reveals astonishing preservation in Antarctic waters, rewriting polar exploration history.
Shackleton's Endurance Found After 107 Years
Ernest Shackleton's legendary vessel Endurance discovered remarkably preserved at bottom of Weddell Sea in historic polar archaeology breakthrough.
Why Shackleton's Endurance sank: Mystery solved
Groundbreaking research reveals the shocking truth behind the sinking of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, solving a century-old polar mystery that has captivated explorers and historians alike.
Wildlife Wonders: Shy Polar Bear & Whirling Waders
This week's most captivating wildlife moments feature a rare sighting of a shy polar bear in Norway, mesmerising flocks of whirling waders, and a spectacular pilchard migration off South Africa's coast.
Polar Express Immersive Train Experience Coming to UK
Climb aboard the UK's first immersive Polar Express train journey, featuring live performances, hot chocolate, and magical Christmas memories for families across Britain.
British explorer conquers all seven poles in world-first
Groundbreaking adventurer reaches all seven poles in world-first expedition, pushing human endurance to new limits in climate research mission.
Terrifying Bear Attacks Caught on Camera: Survival Stories
Shocking footage emerges of brutal bear maulings, including a victim dragged naked and a zoo worker's narrow escape from a polar bear. These harrowing encounters reveal the raw power of nature's most fearsome predators.
First Images of Navalny's Arctic Punishment Cell Emerge
Chilling photographs from Alexei Navalny's Arctic penal colony reveal the brutal conditions inside his 'punishment cell' just moments before his death, as his widow presents new evidence alleging he was poisoned.
John Bishop Exposes Distressing Plight of Captive Beluga Whales
Comedian John Bishop uncovers the distressing plight of Little Grey and Little White, two beluga whales confined to tiny pools at a Chinese aquarium, sparking outrage and calls for action from marine life experts.
Jimmy Doherty 'heartbroken' after polar bear dies in dental op
Celebrity farmer Jimmy Doherty is 'absolutely heartbroken' after his beloved polar bear, Ewa, tragically died following a dental operation at his Suffolk wildlife park, raising questions about exotic animal care.
Earth's rotation accelerating: Negative leap second needed by 2029
New research reveals Earth's rotation is accelerating due to climate change, potentially requiring a 'negative leap second' to be removed from global timekeeping by 2029.
Arctic Blast Grips Australian East Coast With Record Cold
A severe polar cold snap has engulfed Australia's eastern seaboard, bringing unprecedented sub-zero temperatures, widespread frosts, and snow to low-lying regions, disrupting travel and daily life.
Finland's 'Sand Battery' Stores Renewable Energy for Months
Finnish engineers have pioneered a bizarrely simple 'sand battery' that can store green power for months, solving a major hurdle in the transition to renewable energy.
SpaceX Starship explodes after launch in test failure
SpaceX's colossal Starship rocket, designed for future Mars missions, experienced a dramatic mid-flight failure and explosion over the Gulf of Mexico just minutes after its historic launch from Texas.
SpaceX Starship Soars in Historic Full Test Flight Success
Elon Musk's SpaceX achieves a pivotal milestone as its colossal Starship rocket completes its first fully successful test flight, splashing down intact in a major leap for Mars colonisation plans.
SpaceX Starship Soars in Historic Texas Test Launch
SpaceX's Starship rocket achieves a monumental successful launch and landing from Texas, marking a giant leap towards Elon Musk's ambition of Mars colonisation and revolutionising orbital spaceflight.
SpaceX Starship completes historic test flight despite fiery end
SpaceX's Starship rocket completes breakthrough test flight, reaching orbital velocity for the first time before breaking apart during re-entry over the Indian Ocean. A major step toward Mars colonisation.
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