Latest about Antarctica
Scientists discover the fastest-melting spot in East Antarctica
A hidden, deep-sea 'hotspot' is carving away this East Antarctic ice shelf from below, new research finds
Here is the best place on Earth to see stars, according to science
Scientists confirm that ‘Dome A’ in Antarctica is the best place on Earth to see stars.
How a hidden ocean circulates beneath the Antarctic ice
Thick ice isolates a hidden ocean cavity from the furious winds and freezing air temperatures of Antarctica. But nothing stops the tides.
Remains of 90 million-year-old rainforest discovered under Antarctic ice
Antarctica was home to a temperate, swampy forest about 90 million years ago.
Antarctica's Denman Glacier is sinking into the world's deepest canyon
Antarctica's Denman Glacier is falling into the world's largest land canyon.
What happens when your nose grows an icicle of snot?
When it's extremely cold, moisture produced by your warm body can freeze — even if it's still attached to your nose.
Melting ice in Antarctica reveals new uncharted island
Researchers discovered an uncharted island beneath melting Antarctic ice. Its rocky underbelly could hold clues to the continent's response to climate change.
Spooky 'blood snow' invades Antarctic island
Blood-red algae is blooming in Antarctica, leading to plains of creepy 'watermelon snow' across Galindez Island.
