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It's raining more in the coldest place on Earth — and that's bad for penguins
Penguin chicks, whose coats are made of fluffy down feathers, aren't as protected from the rain as adult penguins. Getting ...
Retracing the snowy footsteps of my ancestors, who traveled to Antarctica before it became commonplace
My grandparents are responsible for my love of travel. This visit to Antarctica felt the most meaningful of the trips they ...
From food supply to weather patterns, here's how Antarctica affects the world
A trip to Antarctica might feel less like crossing the ocean and more like crossing the galaxy, but what happens there ...
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Hidden "Plumbing" In Antarctica Is Revealing Invisible Secrets To Scientists
The subglacial hydrology of the coldest continent on the planet is giving climate experts a peek at the future.
How Long Will the ‘End of the World’ Stay Wild?
Crowds of tourists bound for Antarctica have brought prosperity to Argentina’s southernmost city, but the boom is also ...
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What Makes Antarctica the Windiest Place on Earth?
Antarctica is the windiest place on Earth, with winds reaching 327 km/h (199 mph) in 1972.These extreme winds come from ...
Scientists Trapped in Antarctica Plead For Help as Violence Breaks Out
A group of South African scientists has pleaded for help, saying they are trapped in an isolated base on a cliff edge in Antarctica with a team member who has become violent.