The World's Oldest and Largest Iceberg

The world's oldest and largest iceberg, A23a, is defying expectations by not melting and is stuck in an ocean vortex. Scientists are surprised by its resilience and predict it could remain in the same spot for years.

Discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton's Shipwreck

The wreck of the last ship belonging to famous explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, the Quest, has been found off the coast of Labrador, Canada, 62 years after it went missing. Shackleton's death aboard the ship in 1922 marked the end of the 'heroic age' of Antarctic exploration.

Antarctic Ice Loss Misrepresentation

A video from the Heartland Institute misrepresented data about Antarctic ice loss, falsely suggesting that Antarctica is not losing ice. In reality, various studies and experts confirm that Antarctica has been losing ice mass over the past few decades, contributing to global sea level rise.

Wave Anomaly Between Antarctica and Southern Africa

A weather-mapping system captured a large wave anomaly between Antarctica and southern Africa for the second time in a month, sparking online speculation. The anomaly was explained as a data error by Ventusky, the company running the meteorological app. Despite explanations, internet sleuths continue to speculate on the anomaly, with some suggesting it could be related to energy pulses or UFO activity.

Antarctica's Mount Erebus emitting gold particles

Antarctica's Mount Erebus, the world's tallest volcano, emits gold particles along with other emissions worth around £5,000 each day. Scientists believe extreme heat causes molten rock to rise up from the Earth's interior carrying gold particles to the surface before crystallizing. The volcano's lava lake in the summit crater has been active since at least 1972.

Baby Penguins Taking First Swim

Baby penguins captured on video bravely taking a 50-foot dive into the water for their first swim, documented by National Geographic.

Investigation into Bird Flu Outbreak Among Penguins in Antarctica

Researchers are investigating a possible outbreak of H5N1 bird flu that may have killed hundreds, if not thousands, of Adelie penguins in Antarctica, with concerns about the potential impact on wildlife already facing environmental stresses like climate change. Samples are being sent for further testing to confirm the cause of the deaths.

Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier Study Conclusion

NPR discusses the conclusion of a multi-year study on Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier, a significant ice 'plug'.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Reaches Antarctica

Highly pathogenic avian influenza has reached Antarctica, impacting penguin colonies and posing a significant risk to bird populations in the region.