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- 1Greenland and Antarctica Lost 12 Trillion Tons of Ice in 50 Years●Satellite Images Reveal Greenland and Antarctica Have Lost More Than 12 Trillion Tons of Ice Over the Past 50 Years
New satellite imagery shows Greenland and Antarctica have together lost more than 12 trillion tons of ice over the past half-century, according to a report by Smithsonian Magazine. The findings underline the accelerating pace of polar ice melt and its implications for global sea levels, with scientists warning that continued losses could have serious consequences for coastal communities worldwide.
- 2"Godzilla El Niño" set to hit the Arctic●Godzilla El Niño is about to hit the Arctic. How bad will it be?
Climate commentators are warning that a particularly strong El Niño event, dubbed "Godzilla", is on course to affect the Arctic, with uncertainty over how severe the consequences will be. The discussion focuses on how the warming of Pacific Ocean surface waters could amplify heating at the top of the planet, potentially accelerating sea ice loss and disrupting weather patterns far beyond the polar region.
- 3Hidden Valleys Revealed Beneath Greenland's Ice Sheet▼Uncovering the Valleys Hidden Below Greenland’s Ice
NASA scientists are mapping vast valleys buried beneath the Greenland ice sheet, revealing dramatic hidden landscapes that were shaped before ice covered the island. The research helps scientists understand how the bedrock terrain influences ice flow and could improve predictions of how the ice sheet will respond to climate change and contribute to global sea-level rise.
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Korean shipbuilders are pushing to develop technology that allows ships to navigate safely through Arctic ice, as melting sea ice opens new shipping routes and access to energy resources. The race positions South Korea's major yards against international rivals to supply ice-class vessels and equipment for polar shipping, a market expected to grow as Arctic traffic increases.
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Scientists have issued what they call their strongest warning yet about the changes transforming the world's oceans, with rising sea levels among the main concerns. The report highlights how warming waters and melting ice are accelerating shifts that threaten coastal communities worldwide. In Spain and Spanish-speaking countries, the findings are drawing attention to the risks facing low-lying coastal areas and what governments may need to do in response.
- 6Arctic race heats up as radar tech targets polar naval operations▼Arctic race heats up: how radar technology could transform naval operations in the polar regions | Newswise
New radar technology is being developed to improve naval operations in the Arctic, where melting ice is opening shipping routes and drawing growing strategic interest. As major powers expand their polar presence, advanced sensing systems capable of working in extreme cold, sea ice and harsh weather could change how navies monitor and operate in the region.
- 7Iceberg collapse in Greenland caught on film and audio●🧊 ICYMI: When an # iceberg splits apart, giant slabs of blue # ice collapse into the # sea , triggering fractures that s
Wildlife cameraman Richard Sidey filmed an iceberg calving at dawn near Ilulissat, Greenland, capturing giant slabs of blue ice crashing into the sea. The collapse triggered fractures and waves, with the footage recording the deep creaks and rumbles of the ice breaking apart. The clip is being shared as a striking illustration of glacial ice dynamics in the Arctic.
- 8Switzerland has lost a fifth of its glaciers in five years●‘Explosion of melt rates’: 20% of Swiss glaciers lost in five years Alpine regions in Europe experiencing extreme glacie
Swiss glaciers have shrunk by around 20% over the past five years, with scientists describing an explosion in melt rates across the Alps. The collapse is attributed to heat-trapping fossil fuel pollution driving extreme warming in Alpine regions. The figures underline the accelerating pace of ice loss in Europe's mountains and the wider consequences for water supplies and sea levels.
- 9AMOC Collapse Explained: The Threat to North America's Coast●Everything We Know About AMOC Collapse — And the Threat to North America's Coast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39t1IhG
Attention is turning to the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, the ocean current system that regulates temperatures on both sides of the Atlantic. Commentators are recapping what scientists know about a possible AMOC collapse and what it could mean for coastlines and climate in North America. Concerns centre on weakening circulation driven by melting ice and warming waters, with potentially severe consequences for weather and sea levels.
- 10New map reveals hidden valleys beneath Greenland's ice sheet▼A new map of the terrain beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet links hundreds of valleys that previous maps missed or left fra
NASA's Earth Observatory has published a new map of the terrain beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet, showing hundreds of subglacial valleys that earlier maps missed or left fragmented. The updated picture of the bedrock landscape links these valleys into connected systems, improving understanding of how meltwater may drain and how the ice sheet could respond to warming.
- 11Antarctic winter sea ice hits third-lowest level on record▼Antarctic winter sea ice falls to third-lowest level on record as scientists warn of ‘now problem’
Antarctic winter sea ice has fallen to the third-lowest level ever recorded, covering roughly a million square kilometres less than the long-term average. Scientists say global heating is the likely driver of the losses and warn the shrinkage is no longer a distant concern but a present problem for the polar climate system.
- 12Could life exist beneath the ice of Saturn's moon Enceladus?●Leben unter dem Eis von Enceladus? Unter der dicken Eiskruste des Saturnmondes Enceladus liegt ein globaler Ozean, an de
Scientists are revisiting the question of whether life could exist on Enceladus, Saturn's icy moon. Beneath its thick ice crust lies a global ocean, where hot water is thought to react with the rocky core at the sea floor. A study last year revealed a surprisingly diverse range of organic molecules in that environment, fuelling speculation about habitability.
- 13Scientists urge urgent study of Wilkes Subglacial Basin●# science # technology # environment Researchers are calling for an urgent study of the Wilkes Subglacial Basin. Situate
Researchers are calling for an urgent investigation of the Wilkes Subglacial Basin in East Antarctica. The basin holds enough ice to raise global sea levels by three to four metres if it melted, yet little is known about the region, prompting concerns that it may be under-monitored relative to its potential contribution to sea-level rise.
- 14East Antarctica's ice may raise seas by four metres, study warns●# Antarctica Hidden climate risk beneath East Antarctica, new study warns It holds enough ice to raise global sea levels
A new study warns of hidden climate risks beneath East Antarctica, a region long viewed as relatively stable. Scientists say its ice holds enough water to raise global sea levels by three to four metres, and researchers are calling for urgent investigation into how vulnerable the ice sheet might be to warming.
- 15Antarctica lost ice ten times the size of Los Angeles in 30 years▼Antarctica has lost ice 10 times the size of Los Angeles over the last 30 years, scientists say
Scientists report that Antarctica has lost an area of ice equivalent to ten times the size of Los Angeles over the past three decades. The finding highlights the accelerating pace of ice loss on the continent and its potential contribution to rising sea levels, renewing attention on climate change research and monitoring efforts.
- 16Report finds polar oceans profoundly reshaped by climate change▼Climate change is increasingly reshaping the polar oceans, with Arctic waters warming rapidly, sea ice shrinking and wil
The annual Copernicus Ocean State Report, released Wednesday, documents profound changes at both ends of the planet, with Arctic waters warming rapidly, sea ice shrinking and wildlife losing habitat in polar regions. News outlets including The Japan Times are highlighting the findings, which underscore how quickly climate change is transforming the world's polar oceans.
- 17EU report: oceans hotter and 17% more acidic in four decades●Ocean State report by EU’s Copernicus Marine programme. Hotter, 17% more acidic in 40 years, on Spain sized chunk of Arc
The EU's Copernicus Marine programme has published its tenth Ocean State Report, documenting major changes to the world's seas over 40 years. Ocean waters are hotter and around 17% more acidic than four decades ago, while the Arctic has lost a Spain-sized area of sea ice per decade and the Mediterranean is experiencing more frequent marine heatwaves.
- 18Antarctic winter sea ice hits record low again▼Meanwhile in the Southern Hemisphere, the peak of winter ice in Antartica has again falls to a record low level (as it h
Antarctic winter sea ice has fallen to a record low at its annual peak, marking roughly the third consecutive year of unprecedented lows. Scientists including Will Hobbs of the University of Tasmania say the big question is how sensitive the global climate system is to this ongoing loss of sea ice, and warn researchers are still working to understand the consequences.
- 19Hole the size of Portugal opens in Antarctic sea ice▼Why did a massive hole the size of Portugal open up in Antarctica? If your first thought was climate change, you’re on t
A vast opening in Antarctic sea ice, roughly the size of Portugal, has drawn scientific attention, with researchers pointing to climate change as a likely driver. The phenomenon, known as a polynya, is prompting discussion about warming oceans, shifting winds and what the hole reveals about changes underway in the Southern Ocean around Antarctica.
- 20Scientists warn Antarctic ice sheet loss would reshape the planet●Its inspiring to work as a small cog with a team who have such ambitions for big science. If this corner of the Antarcti
Researchers working in Antarctica are highlighting the stakes of their fieldwork, describing pride in contributing to ambitious big science while warning that if this corner of the Antarctic ice sheet is lost, the planet would become a different place. The area, due south of Hobart and relatively far north, remains stubbornly shielded by sea ice, complicating access to the site.
- 21Antarctic winter sea ice hits third-lowest level on record●All that ice went somewhere. " # Antarctic winter sea ice falls to third-lowest level on record as scientists warn of ‘n
Antarctic winter sea ice has fallen to its third-lowest level on record, coming in roughly one million square kilometres below the long-term average. Scientists say global heating is likely driving the losses and warn of a growing problem as the ice that once formed each winter increasingly fails to appear.
- 22MacArthur 'Genius' Awarded for Sea Ice Research●The MacArthur 'Genius' Studying Sea Ice Secrets https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/01/climate/climate-science-macarthur.htm
A scientist who studies sea ice and its role in the climate system has been named a MacArthur Fellow, the fellowship often called the 'genius grant.' The story, covered by the New York Times, highlights the researcher's work in climate science and oceanography, examining how shrinking polar ice affects oceans and global warming. It is drawing attention amid ongoing concern over Arctic ice loss.
- 23Antarctic winter sea ice hits third-lowest level on record●Antarctic winter sea ice falls to third-lowest level on record as scientists warn of ‘now problem’ https:// slrpnk.net/p
Antarctic winter sea ice has fallen to the third-lowest level ever recorded, with scientists warning that the decline is now a structural problem rather than a one-off anomaly. Researchers say persistently low ice extents in recent years suggest a lasting shift in the Southern Ocean, with consequences for global ocean circulation, ecosystems and sea-level rise.
- 24Polar oceans transformed as warming melts ice habitats▼Polar oceans transformed as warming melts ice habitats: Research
New research shows that warming temperatures are melting sea ice and fundamentally altering polar ocean ecosystems, changing the habitats that marine species depend on. The findings point to widespread transformation of Arctic and Antarctic waters as ice loss accelerates, with consequences for wildlife and ocean systems.
- 25Antarctic ice loss to continue through the century regardless of emissions cuts●Antarctica will keep losing ice throughout this century, even if emissions are cut
New reporting says Antarctica will keep losing ice for the rest of this century even if greenhouse gas emissions are sharply reduced, with melt already locked in by past warming. The finding suggests sea-level rise from the continent's shrinking ice sheets is now largely unavoidable on those timescales, drawing attention to limits of near-term climate policy.
- 26Science communicators explore El Nino link to polar sea ice●Part 2 of a 2-part collaboration between Dave Borlace ("Just have a Think") and Ella Gilbert (Dr Gilbz) about possible c
Climate communicators Dave Borlace, creator of the 'Just have a Think' channel, and glaciologist Ella Gilbert have released the second part of a two-part collaboration examining possible connections between the recent super El Nino and sea ice conditions at both poles, in the Arctic in the northern hemisphere and Antarctica in the south. The series aims to explain how the major ocean-atmosphere event may be affecting polar ice extent.
- 27Arctic sea ice reaches its annual minimum on September 12●Arktisches Meereis erreichte am 12. September sein jährliches Minimum: https://www. wetterkontor.de/de/wetternews. asp #
Arctic sea ice reached its lowest extent of the year on 12 September, marking the end of the summer melt season. The figure, reported with reference to the EU's Copernicus monitoring service, is being watched by climate observers as a key indicator of long-term warming in the polar north.
- 28Record ocean heat drives rising seas and polar ecosystem damage▼Record ocean heat drives rising seas and damage to polar ecosystems
New reporting highlights that the world's oceans have reached record-high temperatures, contributing to rising sea levels and causing damage to polar ecosystems. Warmer waters expand and accelerate ice melt, threatening marine life in the Arctic and Antarctic. The findings have drawn attention to the accelerating impacts of climate change on marine environments worldwide.
- 29Huge Sea Ice Hole in Antarctica Explained▼A Vast Hole Almost The Size of Portugal Opened Up in Antarctica's Winter Sea Ice. Now We Know Why.
A massive open-water hole, or polynya, nearly the size of Portugal opened in Antarctica's winter sea ice, and scientists now say they understand its cause. Researchers point to a combination of ocean circulation and storm activity lifting warm deep water to the surface, keeping the area ice-free even in freezing conditions.
- 30Chinese Arctic expedition reports new scientific discoveries▼Chinese expedition to Arctic Ocean brings new discoveries
A Chinese expedition to the Arctic Ocean has returned with new discoveries, according to a report carried by TV Brics. The findings add to China's growing scientific presence in the polar north, where several countries are expanding research into climate change, sea ice and ocean conditions. Details of the specific discoveries were not immediately given in the report.
- 31Inuit bear guards protect Arctic communities as climate warms▼In a warming Arctic, Inuit bear guards protect communities
In Arctic communities, Inuit bear guards are patrolling and protecting residents as polar bears range closer to settlements. Melting sea ice is forcing bears to spend more time on land in search of food, increasing encounters with people. The guards, drawing on local knowledge, monitor bear activity and help keep both residents and the animals safe as conditions change.
- 32Physicist Proposes Tracking Arctic Sea Ice With Cold War Radar▼A Physicist Has an Ingenious Plan to Track Arctic Sea Ice With a Cold War-Era Early Warning Radar
A physicist has put forward a plan to repurpose a Cold War-era early warning radar system to monitor Arctic sea ice. The proposal suggests the aging military infrastructure could be given a second life as a scientific instrument, providing data on shrinking polar ice at a time when the Arctic is changing rapidly and satellite coverage has limits.
- 33Warming oceans are transforming polar marine habitats, research shows▼Polar oceans transformed as warming melts ice habitats, research shows
New research shows that polar oceans are undergoing fundamental transformation as rising temperatures melt sea ice and destroy the habitats that ice-dependent species rely on. The findings highlight how warming is reshaping marine ecosystems at both poles, with consequences for wildlife and food chains that depend on ice-covered waters.
- 34Antarctic winter sea ice hits record low again●Meanwhile in the Southern Hemisphere, the peak of winter ice in Antartica has again fallen to a record low level (as it
Antarctic sea ice has again reached a record low for its winter peak, continuing a trend seen over the past three years. Scientists, including Will Hobbs of the University of Tasmania, warn that the planet's climate system may be more sensitive to the loss of sea ice than previously understood, and researchers are still working to quantify the wider consequences of the continued decline.
- 35Antarctic ice loss now irreversible regardless of snowfall●Antarctica’s ice loss is locked in, and extra snowfall won’t save it – that’s bad news for low-lying coastal areas elsew
New analysis reported in The Conversation says Antarctica's ice loss is locked in, and increased snowfall will not offset the melting. The finding means sea levels will continue rising even under optimistic scenarios, with serious implications for low-lying coastal communities worldwide. The article argues that past hopes that natural snowfall gains could balance ice loss no longer hold, reinforcing the need for emissions cuts and coastal adaptation planning.
- 36Climate communicators team up on El Nino and polar sea ice●Part 1 of a 2-part collaboration between Dave Borlace ("Just have a Think") and Ella Gilbert (Dr Gilbz) about possible c
Science communicators Dave Borlace, creator of the Just Have a Think channel, and glaciologist Ella Gilbert, known as Dr Gilbz, have released the first part of a two-part collaboration examining possible links between the recent Super El Nino and sea ice changes in both the Arctic and Antarctica. The series explores how the powerful ocean-warming event may be affecting polar ice in the northern and southern hemispheres.
- 37MacArthur 'Genius' Researcher Studies Sea Ice Secrets●The MacArthur ‘Genius’ Studying Sea Ice Secrets
The New York Times profiles a MacArthur Fellowship recipient whose research focuses on sea ice, examining its hidden dynamics and role in the climate system. The piece highlights the scientist's work at a time when shrinking polar ice is central to debates over global warming and its consequences.
- 38ICES advises 174,000 tonnes of mackerel as quotas set far higher●Tilmælið er bara 18 prosent størri enn fiskaða nøgdin Tilmælið frá ICES um makrel í ár var umleið 174.000 tons, men kvot
The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea has recommended a 2026 mackerel catch of around 174,000 tonnes, only about 18 percent above last year's landed volume. Coastal states, however, have jointly set their quotas at 300,000 tonnes, well above the scientific advice. The gap is drawing attention in Faroese fisheries circles, where mackerel shares are economically significant.
- 39Physicist Plans to Track Arctic Sea Ice With Cold War Radar●A Physicist Has an Ingenious Plan to Track Arctic Sea Ice With a Cold War-Era Early Warning Radar https://gizmodo.com/a-
A physicist has proposed repurposing a Cold War-era early warning radar to monitor Arctic sea ice, an idea highlighted by Gizmodo. The plan would give scientists a new tool to track shrinking ice in a region that is hard to observe, combining old military hardware with modern climate science.
- 40Little-studied Antarctic basin could raise sea levels▼Little-studied Antarctic basin could raise sea levels, but melt timing remains unknown
Researchers are warning about a poorly studied basin in Antarctica that could contribute to global sea level rise. The key uncertainty is timing: while the basin's ice is vulnerable to melting, scientists cannot yet say how quickly that would happen. The finding highlights gaps in knowledge about remote parts of the Antarctic ice sheet and the risks they pose to coastal communities worldwide.