One of the world’s most active volcanoes is spewing out 80 grams of gold dust daily – with an estimated value of £5,000, according to researchers. Mount Erebus, the southernmost active volcano on Earth located in Antarctica, releases tiny pieces of crystallised gold among
Penguin counters wanted at remote post in Antarctica: 'Training will be provided' for 'varied tasks'
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Argentina summoned this week the British ambassador to the Latin American country to discuss what it sees as issues that emerged following Lord David Cameron’s recent trip to the Falkland Islands. The UK ambassador, Kirsty Hayes, took part in a meeting with
A deadly type of bird flu has been confirmed on the mainland of Antarctica for the first time, scientists said, a potential risk for the southern region’s huge penguin colonies. “This discovery demonstrates for the first time that the Highly Pathogenic Avian
This is China’s James Bond villain-style Antarctic ‘spy base’ that’s practically a mansion and can house up to 80 people in -90C conditions. The “research station” experts have claimed, could be used to gather intelligence on the West. Measuring 5,244sqm, it can
An Iranian commander has declared that the Islamic Republic has “property rights” over Antarctica as he issued an alarming threat to the West. Navy Commander Rear Admiral Shahram Irani made the wild claim during a televised broadcast last September. It has now
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Previously unknown colonies of emperor penguins have been spotted in new satellite imagery. Emperor penguins, considered “near threatened” with extinction, are the world’s largest penguins. They raise their chicks in Antarctic winter on patches of frozen sea ice. But if the ice
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres arrived Thursday at the bottom of the world on the cusp of international climate talks at COP28. He has previously said the world must slash carbon emissions to prevent this delicate environment from melting. EXCLUSIVE GLIMPSE OF
It’s the world’s largest desert — and the highest, the windiest and the least populated continent. Expect the unexpected when cruising Antarctica. To be sure, it will be quite different from your favorite beach destination. POLAR BEAR IS SNAPPED STANDING UPRIGHT IN