Arctic Sea's low levels of ice to impact climate
The extent of the sea ice winter maximum in the Arctic is at its fifth-lowest level since the 1970s, and is massively below average.
Extraordinary footage shows rare whale grave at bottom of Antarctic Ocean
"It's most likely that we caught a very lucky snapshot glimpse of a whale fall site no one had ever seen before, or will again," one scientist told Newsweek.
Extremely rare, beautiful clouds that degrade ozone layer appear in sky
These strange clouds only form at very high altitudes and at extremely low temperatures, appearing as beautiful wispy iridescent ribbons from below.
Giant iceberg twice the size of New York City breaks from Antarctica
A brand new iceberg with an area of nearly 600 square miles has just broken off the Brunt ice shelf.
Coldest known place on Earth revealed by NASA
NASA satellites recorded a low of minus 135.8 Fahrenheit. With or without the wind chill factor, better put on some layers!
Americans are running out of water. A towering iceberg could be the answer
As an unprecedented megadrought continues to affect the Western United States, causing water shortages, an unusual solution to water crises is being considered.
There could be something big living deep beneath the Antarctic ice
The barren landscape of Antarctica is concealing hidden ecosystems, which might give us clues about life on other planets.
Cute penguins being sassy on Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards shortlist
Penguins can communicate, mostly using calls, but occasionally they use gestures as well.
Stomach-churning photos show half-inch whale lice feasting on live humpback
The lice feed on algae growing on the skin of the whales, as well as skin flakes and open wounds.
Sexism and Homophobia Reach Every Continent
Some women on Australia's Antarctic research stations felt the need to hide their periods for fear of being judged by male peers.
Watch Orca Hunt Seal With Rare and Chillingly Precise Hunting Technique
The heart-stopping footage shows the highly synchronized orcas creating a huge wave to dislodge their prey.
'I Traveled 356 Miles Across Antarctica, This Is What I Saw'
The temperature was below-freezing, but it was worth it for the scenery.
Antarctic Ice Melting Could Be 40 Percent Faster Than Thought: Study
The new modeling suggests that a tsunami could swamp New York City and beyond, killing millions.
Two Boys Whose Toy Ship Crossed Atlantic Ocean Launch Antarctic Mission
Two young brothers whose toy pirate ship sailed across the Atlantic are now recreating a Michael Palin book - by building two warships for an expedition to the Antarctic.
Pink Skies Seen Over Antarctica May Be Explained by Tonga Volcano Eruption
Aerosols released by the Hunga Tonga volcanic eruption in January could be the culprit for the rosy hues.
Large Pod of Rare Antarctic Fin Whales Caught on Video
Delighted scientists have discovered large pods of rare fin whales feeding together in Antarctica for the first time in nearly 50 years.
Scientists Find Ozone Hole in Tropics Much Bigger Than in Antarctica
A scientist found the huge hole by examining climate and temperature data in the ozone above tropical regions - to the shock of the rest of the scientific community.
Climate Change May Be Causing Skin Tumors On Antarctic Fish
Antarctic fish have been discovered by researchers to have ugly parasitic tumors all over their bodies, potentially as a result of warming ocean temperatures.
Recreated Photo Shows 100 Years of Glacier Retreat: 'I Was Shaking'
Photographer Neill Drake has recreated a photo from 1918 to show the melting of the Norwegian Blomstrandbreen Glacier.
Swarms of Crab-Like Creatures Found in River 1,600ft Beneath Antarctic Ice
Scientists said the Antarctic discovery was like discovering a "hidden world" within a "cathedral-like cavern."
How Climate Change Could Release World-Ending Super Bacteria
Strains of a "superpower" bacteria that could cause the world's next deadly pandemic have been discovered by scientists in Antarctica.
Huge Earthquake Swarm Detected in Antarctica as Inactive Volcano Awakens
In total, around 85,000 earthquakes were recorded over the course of the swarm, which occurred near the Antarctic Peninsula.
Black Moon Solar Eclipse: How and When to Watch Live Online
Saturday's solar eclipse will be the first one of the year and is set to partially block out the sun over parts of South America and Antarctica.
Diver Reveals the 'Monsters' Lurking in the Frozen Depths of the White Sea
"I have dived in places where no one has ever been, and seen animals that no one has seen before," the marine biologist said.
Ghostly Footage Reveals Lost Antarctic Shipwreck Endurance After 107 Years
The eerie footage shows Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship in impeccable condition, a century after it was famously sunken after becoming crushed by sea ice.
Giant Iceberg Blocking Final Expedition to Assess 'Doomsday Glacier'
An iceberg nearly the size of Rhode Island is blocking researchers from reaching Thwaites Glacier, which is melting at a rapidly increasing rate.
Extreme Solar Storm Hit Earth During Sun's Quiet Period 10,000 Years Ago
Scientists found evidence of the previously unknown solar storm after analyzing ice cores from Greenland and Antarctica.
Tiny Penguin Escapes Sea Lion Chasing It in Tense Video
Footage showing the Kororā penguin's extremely lucky escape was released by the tour group Blue Penguins Pukekura.
Shipping Map of Antarctica Reveals Shocking Level of Travel
Scientists have warned this level of travel could cause invasive species to be transported to the frozen continent.
Mission to Antarctica Glacier Could Show How Much Sea Levels Will Rise
Thwaites glacier in Antarctica is melting, adding about 50 billion tons of ice into the sea every year.