Antarctica, often thought of as a frozen wasteland, holds the title of the largest desert on Earth, though it may seem counterintuitive given its icy, snow-covered landscape.Dive into why this ...

Discover essential Antarctica facts on geography, climate, wildlife, and science, with trusted BBC and NSF links.

Antarctica is nearing an irreversible tipping point, with ice loss, ocean changes, and wildlife collapse threatening the ...

New research catalogs several “abrupt changes,” like a precipitous loss of sea ice, unfolding in Antarctica with dire implications for us all.

The melting of ice is actually slowing down the deep ocean circulation around Antarctica. This system of deep currents, known ...

Only about 200 people step foot on Antarctica each year — that’s 600 fewer than those who climb Mount Everest annually. This scarcity, combined with the untouched beauty of the land, makes the ...

A concerning new study warns that Antarctica is entering an era of abrupt environmental change, which scientists warn may be irreversible.

Soaring numbers of tourists and expanding research projects are increasingly polluting Antarctica, scientists warned ...

Three researchers at the U.S. McMurdo Station in Antarctica have been evacuated in a "challenging," nearly 20-hour medical ...

The American pilot must leave Chile's Antarctic territory as soon as possible. But he can't use his plane to do so.