The lows and lows of Antarctic sea ice
Data from the US National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) have revealed another summer of exceptionally low sea-ice extent around Antarctica......»»
Final Fantasy XVI review: spectacular highs and lows in an uneven epic
Final Fantasy XVI is way too bloated to be a focused action game and far too shallow to be a rewarding RPG......»»
Drones take to the waves: Saildrones are getting data where people can’t
They can monitor the Antarctic year round and sail straight into hurricanes. Enlarge / A Voyager-class saildrone. (credit: Saildrone) Science fiction often paints a terrifying picture of the future—think aliens decimat.....»»
Deals: Apple Watch Ultra from $730, iPad mini 6 $109 off, Anker MagSafe chargers from $110, more
All of today’s best deals are now starting off the new work week by discounting Apple Watch Ultra styles from $730. Across all three of the different band designs, the savings land alongside iPad mini 6 lows at $109 off. Just be sure to prepare fo.....»»
Slowing deep Southern Ocean current may be linked to natural climate cycle—but melting Antarctic ice is still a concern
Our new research in the Antarctic suggests that the vital layer of cold water on the sea bed, which circulates the globe and influences the ocean's ability to continue absorbing much of the rise in atmospheric heat and greenhouse gas emissions, is he.....»»
Friday’s best deals: 13-inch M2 MacBook Air hits $980, Sonos summer sale from $135, Satechi gear, more
We’re heading into the weekend with all of today’s best deals, courtesy of our friends over at 9to5Toys. On tap for this Friday, Apple’s 13-inch M2 MacBook Air is an even better value at $980. New all-time lows are delivering up to $160 in sav.....»»
Ocean Currents Are Slowing, With Potentially Devastating Effects
Melting Antarctic ice is disrupting the movement of deep seawater, which could further destabilize weather patterns around the world......»»
Order in chaos: Atmosphere"s Antarctic oscillation has natural cycle, discover researchers
Climate scientists at Rice University have discovered an "internally generated periodicity"—a natural cycle that repeats every 150 days—in the north-south oscillation of atmospheric pressure patterns that drive the movement of the Southern Hemisp.....»»
Deals: Apple Watch SE 2 all-time lows from $219, OtterBox 20% off sale, Logitech Mac gear, more
Tuesday has a fresh batch of Apple deals courtesy of our friends at 9to5Toys. After seeing the new 15-inch M2 MacBook Air , all-time lows are returning on Apple Watch SE 2 models from $219. That’s alongside a WWDC sale from OtterBox that takes 20%.....»»
Rocks beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet reveal surprising past
The West Antarctic Ice Sheet is shrinking, with many glaciers across the region retreating and melting at an alarming rate. However, this was not always the case according to new research published last month (April 28) in The Cryosphere......»»
Antarctic Dry Valleys haven"t always been dry, study suggests
When were the Dry Valleys of Antarctica last wet?.....»»
Research project analyzes medical, nutritional and environmental applications of new Antarctic bacteria
A scientific collaboration between the University of São Paulo (USP) in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, and Clemente Estable Institute of Biological Research (IIBCE) in Montevideo, Uruguay, is experimenting with two new bacteria discovered in the Antarctic.....»»
Antarctic Sea Ice Is at Record Lows. Is It an Alarming Shift?
Scientists are “watching with bated breath” to see if ice will return to normal levels. The planetary consequences could be huge......»»
Antarctic alarm bells: Observations reveal deep ocean currents are slowing earlier than predicted
Antarctica sets the stage for the world's greatest waterfall. The action takes place beneath the surface of the ocean. Here, trillions of tons of cold, dense, oxygen-rich water cascade off the continental shelf and sink to great depths. This Antarcti.....»»
Dangerous slowing of Antarctic ocean circulation sooner than expected
Climate change-driven shifts in the circulation of waters to the deepest reaches of the ocean around Antarctica, which could reverberate across the planet and intensify global warming, are happening decades "ahead of schedule", according to new resea.....»»
Deals: Save on official Apple Watch Milanese Loop and Leather Link bands at $52, iPhone 13 Pro leather cases at $15, more
Back with all of Tuesday’s best discounts, 9to5Toys has some notable Apple offers on tap from all around the web. Leading the way, official Apple Watch Milanese Loop and Leather Link bands now start at $52 all-time lows to go alongside these in-ho.....»»
Why Antarctic ice shelves are losing their mass and how it leads to global sea level rise
The Greenland ice sheet (GIS) and Antarctic ice sheet (AIS) contribute largely to global mean sea level (GMSL) changes, though the seas surrounding the Antarctic like the Bellinghausen-Amundsen Seas and the Indian Ocean sector are seeing significantl.....»»
Deals: M2 Mac mini starts from $500, Samsung M8 AirPlay 2 monitor $471, Beats Studio Buds $94, more
Tuesday is ushering in a fresh batch of discounts, and 9to5Toys has done the work to get the best of the best all rounded up below. On tap today, we have all-time lows on Apple’s latest M2 Mac mini that make its most affordable macOS machines an e.....»»
Deals: New lows on Apple Pencil 2 at $85 and Apple Watch Ultra at $97 off, plus M2 MacBook Air and more
All of Monday’s best deals are now up for the taking, thanks to our pals over at 9to5Toys. On tap to start the week, a new all-time low has arrived on Apple Pencil 2 at $85. That’s joined by much of the same best price ever status on Apple Watch.....»»
Scientists call for chemical pollution monitoring in Antarctica to support global chemical policy
A horizon-scan of chemical pollution research needs in Antarctica has called for Antarctic Treaty consultative parties to extend their national chemical monitoring programs to their Antarctic research stations and Territories......»»
M2 Pro Mac mini now $100 off in Thursday’s best deals, new Beats Fit Pro colors $160 lows, more
It’s Thursday, and the team at 9to5Toys has rounded up all of today’s best deals. The best of the best are now on tap below the fold, with a $100 discount landing on Apple’s M2 Pro Mac mini in a rare Amazon sale. That’s joined by a chance to.....»»