05/29/2026 | Léa Zinsli
Reindeer reveal rising Arctic pollution levels
Warming temperatures in the Arctic may be releasing long-stored pollutants, with Svalbard reindeer showing rising levels of persistent chemicals. A Svalbard reindeer digging through snow to find food (Photo: Léa Zinsli)New research indicates that climate change may be altering how pollutants move th
05/28/2026 | Rosamaria Kubny
Cooking at the End of the World: Everyday Life in Antarctica
An unusual career path: Samuel Silva went from chef to English teacher, returned to the kitchen, and eventually found his way to Antarctica. (Photo: INACH)Icy winds, endless expanses of snow, and temperatures far below freezing, Antarctica is one of the most inhospitable places on Earth. Yet in the
05/27/2026 | Rosamaria Kubny
First “Woolly Mouse” as a Step Toward Reviving the Mammoth
Researchers have developed a genetically modified “woolly mouse.” According to Colossal Biosciences, it represents an important intermediate step toward the possible revival of the woolly mammoth.A genetically engineered mouse with strikingly dense, woolly fur is currently attracting attention in th
05/26/2026 | Pamela da Costa
The Madrid Protocol: A Long-Term Spatial Ordering Mechanism
The Madrid Protocol functions as a long-term spatial ordering device. This environmental agreement protects Antarctic space in a hierarchical manner while simultaneously defining the conditions for its governance and management. In doing so, it reveals a blurred boundary between environmental conser
05/25/2026 | Léa Zinsli
Krill fishing and bycatch in the Southern Ocean
Krill fishing in the Southern Ocean is tightly managed, but new research shows that bycatch and local fishing pressure remain important concerns. Krill fishery and dependent wildlife in the Southern Ocean (Illustration: Léa Zinsli)Antarctic krill supports not only a unique marine ecosystem but also
05/24/2026 | Rosamaria Kubny
Argentine Cuisine: Matambre a la Pizza
Matambre a la Pizza is a delicious Argentine dish that combines the best elements of grilled meat and pizza. The tender, juicy beef is topped with a flavorful tomato sauce, melted cheese, and fresh herbs. Every bite delivers an explosion of flavors, achieved through the perfect balance of savory mea
05/23/2026 | Léa Zinsli
Bird Flu Confirmed in Polar Bear on Svalbard
A polar bear found dead on Svalbard has tested positive for H5N5 avian influenza, the first confirmed case of bird flu in a polar bear in Europe. H5N5 avian influenza virus was detected in brain tissue from the young polar bear found in northern Svalbard (Photo: Ingebjørg H. Nymo, Norwegian Veterina
05/22/2026 | Léa Zinsli
Antarctic krill: a key species in the Southern Ocean
Antarctic krill are small crustaceans that form the foundation of the Southern Ocean ecosystem. Simplified Antarctic food web with arrows indicating energy flow from prey to predator (Illustration: Léa Zinsli)Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba) is a small crustacean that plays a central role in the
05/21/2026 | Heiner Kubny
How Modern Radar Systems Secure the Arctic
Saab GlobalEye: Based on a Bombardier Global 6000/6500. (Photo: Saab)The Arctic is increasingly moving into the focus of global politics. The reasons for this are vast natural resource deposits, new shipping routes emerging as ice melts, and its strategic location between major powers. At the same t
05/20/2026 | Heiner Kubny
Inspection of Fire Protection Equipment at Showa Station
Staff carefully check each sensor to ensure it withstands extreme temperatures and operates accurately. (Photo: NIPR)At the beginning of April 2026, a comprehensive inspection of all fire protection equipment was carried out at Japan’s Showa Station. The aim of these measures was to ensure the prope
05/19/2026 | Heiner Kubny
250 million years ago, a meteorite struck Antarctica
A glowing meteor entering Earth’s atmosphere.An international team of researchers has discovered a impact crater beneath the ice of Antarctica using two GRACE satellites. It may be one of the largest meteorite craters on Earth. The structure, more than 450 kilometers wide, lies hidden beneath an ice
05/18/2026 | Léa Zinsli
How warming affects microbial processes in polar regions
Microbial processes in warming polar regions may influence greenhouse gas emissions and climate beyond the Arctic and Antarctic. Glacier front in the Arctic (Photo: Léa Zinsli)As research continues to reveal how microbes live and function in the cryosphere, rising temperatures in the Arctic and Anta
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