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Expedition travel involving Quark Expeditions in Antarctica is focusing on high-value niche markets.Some support1 report
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Chile announced a new military modernization strategy and the reinforcement of its defense capacities in the Magallanes Region.Some support1 report
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Global climate change trends are affecting the region of Antarctica.Well supported11 reports8 developments inside
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Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering expedition cruises to Antarctica, utilizing Chilean infrastructure and Punta Arenas for pre/post expedition stays.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The World Meteorological Organization is monitoring long-term improvements over Antarctica and increased ultraviolet radiation in Europe.Some support1 report
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Earth Sciences New Zealand conducts climate research in Antarctica and supports ocean resource management for Vanuatu and Kiribati.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Climate disasters in Nepal are increasing due to warming Himalayas and global temperature swings, requiring emergency financial support.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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A geological feature was found under the ice sheet in Antarctica.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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A national park in Greenland is noted for its size and similar extreme cold conditions found in Antarctica.Some support5 reports
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Both Antarctica and Alaska are noted as regions among the world's coldest and are characterized by cold northern regions.Some support1 report
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Mahesh Babu and S. S. Rajamouli are collaborating on an epic film project whose journey spans locations including Antarctica and Varanasi.Well supported6 reports
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A voyage is collecting data through Kiribati waters and traveling to the Antarctic ice edge.Some support1 report
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The international protocol mandates the phase-out of ozone-depleting substances, with the focus on the Antarctic continent.Some support1 report
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BAS researchers, including Peter Fretwell, are tracking sea ice decline in Antarctica.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Penguins are indicator species for ecosystem health in Antarctica.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Adélie penguins in Antarctica are experiencing a drastic decline in numbers.Some support1 report
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A historical account details how a Breguet instrument reached Antarctica in 1840, linking the company to the Bureau des Longitudes and the French Navy.Some support1 report
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National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is announcing future itineraries for various global exploration themes, including Alaska, Arctic, Europe, Antarctica, and remote islands.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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Finland is currently building new Coast Guard icebreakers, while the vessel Polar Star is committed to service in Antarctica.Some support1 report
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BRICS members, including Indonesia, are conducting joint expeditions in Antarctica focused on deep sea exploration and disaster relief efforts.Some support1 report
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The Humboldt Current originates from Antarctica, and El Niño is currently bringing moisture into Arizona.Some support1 report
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Meredith uses Antarctic data for music, while the British Antarctic Survey studies space weather in the region.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The British Antarctic Survey was involved in operations in Antarctica, specifically pointing an instrument at the polar sky for research.Some support1 report
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SCAR is overseeing geographic naming procedures for the continent of Antarctica, with final review handled by German national authority.Some support2 reports
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Escalation of sanctions and tariffs is reaching Antarctica.Some support1 report
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National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is offering global voyages spanning Europe, North America, South America, and Antarctica.Some support2 reports
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Concordia conducted studies on isolation in extreme Antarctic environments, informing future long-term space missions.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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After a 30-year career at Hewlett-Packard, May Lee faced job market challenges and is now working on supplies at McMurdo Station in Antarctica.Some support1 report
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Competition for global commons resources is being observed, with geography affecting global order stability across various regions.Some support1 report
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Lindblad Expeditions expanded its luxury travel portfolio to include voyages to Antarctica.Some support2 reports
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Climate Central researchers used ice loss data from Greenland and Antarctica in a new study.Well supported17 reports3 developments inside
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Ozone hole discovered above the Antarctic continent.Well supported5 reports
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Sasol, a South African company, has begun supplying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for flights destined for Antarctica.Some support3 reports
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King George Island is part of the continental study area.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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Luxury travel experiences are being offered to King George Island, reachable by flight from Puerto Williams, utilizing it as a gateway to Antarctica.Some support1 report
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AE Expeditions is offering and Greg Mortimer's ships are departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, for trips to Antarctica.Some support3 reports
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Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse is offering gourmet dining services as part of high-end travel experiences in Antarctica and Damaraland.Some support1 report
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Glacial melt is reported to affect the Himalayan region, involving Antarctica and Nepal.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Eduardo Castro and Claudio Meneses co-authored a study involving the Korea Polar Research Institute regarding Antarctica.Some support9 reports
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Missions featuring various global locations, including Antarctica, Vietnam, London, and Mauritania, were reported.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Langhovde Glacier is located in East Antarctica and is situated on Lützow-Holm Bay.Some support1 report
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The Australian Antarctic Program is currently operating in the Antarctic region.Well supported4 reports4 developments inside
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A PhD student led a high-resolution mapping study as part of a partnership involving the Australian Antarctic Program.Some support2 reports
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Americas collides with Antarctica, which subsequently merges with Africa, while Australia docks to East Asia.Some support1 report
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Ice cores in Greenland and Antarctica preserve records of past atmospheric conditions.Some support1 report
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A study published in Nature journal and a Google search of the NOAA Arctic Report Card involved Antarctica.Some support1 report
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Atlas Ocean Voyages is planning future expeditions, including expansion into Africa and Asia scheduled for 2028, alongside Antarctic exploration.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Atlas Ocean Voyages is debuting its new itinerary, with voyages running from Kobe to Cape Town, crossing Asia and Africa, and featuring limited sailings to Antarctica.Some support1 report
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Researchers studied how ice sheet formation processes differed between the poles and how this influenced planetary climate.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Researchers at George Washington University led a global study on permafrost degradation, noting its impacts span both the Arctic and Antarctic regions.Some support1 report
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Krill populations in the Southern Ocean are declining due to the impacts of climate change, prompting warnings about extreme ecosystem shifts.Well supported6 reports
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Study findings inform sea level rise projections involving the United Nations, Antarctica, and Greenland.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Melting ice sheets are causing global sea level rise, highlighting the dependence of ice sheet stability on achieving emissions goals.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Melting ice flows into oceans, affecting coastlines and contributing to global water flow.Some support1 report
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Javier Bardem was honored in Hollywood and is using his platform to advocate for human rights in Gaza and environmental protection.Some support6 reports
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Geographical observations detail King George Island's location near Antarctica, alongside cities in Chile and Argentina.Some support1 report
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Sovereignty dispute over the Strait of Magellan, highlighting the strategic importance of maritime routes and resources for Chile and Argentina.Some support5 reports
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Susan Solomon conducted field research in the Antarctic region.Well supported6 reports
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Continental breakup began during the Jurassic Period, involving land surface uplift from Earth's crust in East Antarctica.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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A study published in Science details the separation of continents, including East Antarctica, during the Jurassic Period.Some support1 report
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Around Antarctica this week
News at the entities that move Antarctica most-
Earth StructuralGround observations are being used to inform satellite data collection in the Hudson Valley.Moves Antarctica
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Greenland OperationalTrump discussed geopolitical issues with Cuba and potential annexation of Greenland.Moves Antarctica
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Christchurch OperationalPolitical figures addressed the crisis and managed the city response following the 2013 Christchurch earthquake.Moves Antarctica
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Türkiye OperationalIndonesia is purchasing 48 Kaan fighter jets, discussing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in trade and defense sectors.Moves Antarctica
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Australian Government OperationalThe Australian Government offered a prize recognizing early achievements in aviation.Moves Antarctica
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government StructuralGovernment plans fast-track resettlement for refugees from Afghanistan and Mandatory Palestine, while Nigel Farage rejects legal routes.Moves Antarctica
Connections
The 40 strongest of 289, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
East Antarctica Structural
East Antarctica is a geographically defined sub-region and major ice sheet component contained within the larger landmass of Antarctica.
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Earth Structural
Antarctica is a continent physically integrated into the Earth system, contributing to global climate, sea levels, and geological processes.
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West Antarctica Structural
West Antarctica is a defined geographical sub-region and ice shelf system of the continent of Antarctica.
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Greenland Operational
Both Greenland and Antarctica are major ice sheets whose melt and mass loss contribute significantly to global sea level rise.
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Quark Expeditions Structural
Quark Expeditions bases its business model on the existence and unique features of the Antarctic continent as its operational market.
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Alaska Operational
Antarctica and Alaska actively compete in the high-end polar tourism market while sharing common glacial and climate characteristics.
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University of Tasmania Operational
The University of Tasmania actively conducts geophysical surveys and climate research focused on Antarctica.
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King George Island Structural
King George Island is a geographical component of the larger Antarctic region.
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Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research Structural
SCAR formally coordinates international research and oversees geographic naming procedures for Antarctica.
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Monash University Operational
Monash University actively conducts and contributes to scientific research focused on Antarctica.
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Christchurch Operational
Christchurch provides essential flight and logistical services necessary to support Antarctic research operations.
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Hobart Operational
Hobart functions as a logistical base and departure point for missions and operations conducted in Antarctica.
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Türkiye Operational
Forecasted establishment of a permanent operational base by Türkiye on the continent of Antarctica.
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Indian Ocean Structural
The physical processes of Antarctica, including glacier melt, are shown to be a primary driver of sea-level rise impacting the Indian Ocean basin.
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Krill Structural
Krill's ecological role and viability are functionally dependent on the environmental conditions of Antarctica.
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Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Structural
The physical state of Antarctica, including ice loss, provides critical data that drives sea level rise projections assessed by the IPCC.
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Matt Rutherford Structural
Matt Rutherford's work is inspired by the historical expeditions conducted in Antarctica, particularly those of Shackleton.
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Royal Geographical Society Transactional
The Royal Geographical Society organized the first major expedition to Antarctica.
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Royal Society Transactional
The Royal Society organized the first major British expedition to Antarctica.
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Crystal Cruises Shared context
Crystal Cruises conducted expeditions and operations within the geographical context of Antarctica.
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Australian Antarctic Division Shared context
The Australian Antarctic Division conducts research and operations within the geopolitical and environmental context of Antarctica, governed by international treaties.
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Meredith Operational
Meredith incorporates data regarding Antarctica into its musical compositions.
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Zhou Guangquan Shared context
Zhou Guangquan, in their official capacity, discusses environmental protection drafts concerning Antarctica.
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Australian Government Operational
The Australian Government provides financial backing that enables critical scientific research conducted in Antarctica.
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South America Shared context
South America and Antarctica are geographically linked, with South America serving as a source of dust and influencing maritime risks.
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Climate Central Structural
Climate Central relies on data regarding ice loss and environmental changes in Antarctica for its research and operational context.
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Punta Arenas Structural
Punta Arenas serves as the essential logistical hub for expeditions operating in Antarctica.
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Australian Operational
The Australian company utilized Antarctica as the operational environment for a specific mission deployment.
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Javier Bardem Shared context
Javier Bardem is documented as a dedicated supporter of the cause represented by Antarctica.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump has publicly proposed renaming Antarctica to AntAmerica.
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government Structural
A government provides funding and regulatory approval for activities within Antarctica.
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Concordia Shared context
Concordia operates as a research station within the extreme environmental context of Antarctica.
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Sasol Transactional
Sasol supplies Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) used for polar flights in Antarctica.
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Rudra Shared context
Protagonist undertakes a journey across the continent of Antarctica.
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Greenland Mentioned together
The entities are noted for sharing similar extreme cold conditions.
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China Shared context
The two entities are discussed together in the context of global geographic features, specifically the global ice volume.
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Breguet Mentioned together
Breguet references Antarctica in its historical narrative and modern marine collection designs.
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Polar Star Shared context
Polar Star is situated and operating within the geographic context of Antarctica.
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Nagoya University Shared context
Nagoya University researchers conduct studies focused on the climate and environment of Antarctica.
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BRICS Shared context
BRICS operates in the geopolitical context of Antarctica, specifically through joint expeditions in the Southern Ocean.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
34 events- Expedition travel involving Quark Expeditions in Antarctica is focusing on high-value niche markets.
- Chile announced a new military modernization strategy and the reinforcement of its defense capacities in the Magallanes Region.
- The World Meteorological Organization is monitoring long-term improvements over Antarctica and increased ultraviolet radiation in Europe.
- Climate disasters in Nepal are increasing due to warming Himalayas and global temperature swings, requiring emergency financial support.
- A national park in Greenland is noted for its size and similar extreme cold conditions found in Antarctica.
- Both Antarctica and Alaska are noted as regions among the world's coldest and are characterized by cold northern regions.
- A voyage is collecting data through Kiribati waters and traveling to the Antarctic ice edge.
- The international protocol mandates the phase-out of ozone-depleting substances, with the focus on the Antarctic continent.
- Adélie penguins in Antarctica are experiencing a drastic decline in numbers.
- A historical account details how a Breguet instrument reached Antarctica in 1840, linking the company to the Bureau des Longitudes and the French Navy.
- Finland is currently building new Coast Guard icebreakers, while the vessel Polar Star is committed to service in Antarctica.
- BRICS members, including Indonesia, are conducting joint expeditions in Antarctica focused on deep sea exploration and disaster relief efforts.
- The Humboldt Current originates from Antarctica, and El Niño is currently bringing moisture into Arizona.
- The British Antarctic Survey was involved in operations in Antarctica, specifically pointing an instrument at the polar sky for research.
- Escalation of sanctions and tariffs is reaching Antarctica.
- National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is offering global voyages spanning Europe, North America, South America, and Antarctica.
- After a 30-year career at Hewlett-Packard, May Lee faced job market challenges and is now working on supplies at McMurdo Station in Antarctica.
- Competition for global commons resources is being observed, with geography affecting global order stability across various regions.
- Lindblad Expeditions expanded its luxury travel portfolio to include voyages to Antarctica.
- Sasol, a South African company, has begun supplying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for flights destined for Antarctica.
- Luxury travel experiences are being offered to King George Island, reachable by flight from Puerto Williams, utilizing it as a gateway to Antarctica.
- AE Expeditions is offering and Greg Mortimer's ships are departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, for trips to Antarctica.
- Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse is offering gourmet dining services as part of high-end travel experiences in Antarctica and Damaraland.
- Langhovde Glacier is located in East Antarctica and is situated on Lützow-Holm Bay.
- A PhD student led a high-resolution mapping study as part of a partnership involving the Australian Antarctic Program.
- Americas collides with Antarctica, which subsequently merges with Africa, while Australia docks to East Asia.
- Ice cores in Greenland and Antarctica preserve records of past atmospheric conditions.
- A study published in Nature journal and a Google search of the NOAA Arctic Report Card involved Antarctica.
- Atlas Ocean Voyages is debuting its new itinerary, with voyages running from Kobe to Cape Town, crossing Asia and Africa, and featuring limited sailings to Antarctica.
- Researchers studied how ice sheet formation processes differed between the poles and how this influenced planetary climate.
- Researchers at George Washington University led a global study on permafrost degradation, noting its impacts span both the Arctic and Antarctic regions.
- Melting ice flows into oceans, affecting coastlines and contributing to global water flow.
- Geographical observations detail King George Island's location near Antarctica, alongside cities in Chile and Argentina.
- A study published in Science details the separation of continents, including East Antarctica, during the Jurassic Period.
August 2026
6 events- Penguins are indicator species for ecosystem health in Antarctica.
- National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is announcing future itineraries for various global exploration themes, including Alaska, Arctic, Europe, Antarctica, and remote islands.
- Glacial melt is reported to affect the Himalayan region, involving Antarctica and Nepal.
- Eduardo Castro and Claudio Meneses co-authored a study involving the Korea Polar Research Institute regarding Antarctica.
- Atlas Ocean Voyages is planning future expeditions, including expansion into Africa and Asia scheduled for 2028, alongside Antarctic exploration.
- Sovereignty dispute over the Strait of Magellan, highlighting the strategic importance of maritime routes and resources for Chile and Argentina.
July 2026
5 events- Atlas Ocean Voyages is offering expedition cruises to Antarctica, utilizing Chilean infrastructure and Punta Arenas for pre/post expedition stays.
- Earth Sciences New Zealand conducts climate research in Antarctica and supports ocean resource management for Vanuatu and Kiribati.
- King George Island is part of the continental study area.
- Melting ice sheets are causing global sea level rise, highlighting the dependence of ice sheet stability on achieving emissions goals.
- Continental breakup began during the Jurassic Period, involving land surface uplift from Earth's crust in East Antarctica.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
15 events- Global climate change trends are affecting the region of Antarctica.
- A geological feature was found under the ice sheet in Antarctica.
- Mahesh Babu and S. S. Rajamouli are collaborating on an epic film project whose journey spans locations including Antarctica and Varanasi.
- BAS researchers, including Peter Fretwell, are tracking sea ice decline in Antarctica.
- Meredith uses Antarctic data for music, while the British Antarctic Survey studies space weather in the region.
- SCAR is overseeing geographic naming procedures for the continent of Antarctica, with final review handled by German national authority.
- Concordia conducted studies on isolation in extreme Antarctic environments, informing future long-term space missions.
- Climate Central researchers used ice loss data from Greenland and Antarctica in a new study.
- Ozone hole discovered above the Antarctic continent.
- Missions featuring various global locations, including Antarctica, Vietnam, London, and Mauritania, were reported.
- The Australian Antarctic Program is currently operating in the Antarctic region.
- Krill populations in the Southern Ocean are declining due to the impacts of climate change, prompting warnings about extreme ecosystem shifts.
- Study findings inform sea level rise projections involving the United Nations, Antarctica, and Greenland.
- Javier Bardem was honored in Hollywood and is using his platform to advocate for human rights in Gaza and environmental protection.
- Susan Solomon conducted field research in the Antarctic region.