When the Chicago-size iceberg drifted away, scientists seized the opportunity to study the life and geologic formations ...

Sea ice in the Antarctic has dropped to a near-record low, according to the EU's Copernicus Marine Service.

Climate models have predicted that the ocean surrounding Antarctica should be warming, but new research shows that it's ...

In "Ends of the Earth," Neil Shubin travels north and south to explore the frontiers of polar science and history.

Just 5.53 million square miles of ice had formed as of March 22, the smallest maximum extent since satellite recordkeeping ...

Some no-fly cruises offer leisurely journeys to far-flung destinations – itineraries with several sea days are often excellent value for money. But if you’re short on leave, don’t discount a domestic ...

A massive iceberg broke off from the George VI Ice Shelf in Antarctica in January, giving researchers a rare opportunity to ...

Stanford researchers discovered that increased meltwater and rainfall account for 60% of the decades-long gap between ...

Arctic sea ice had its weakest winter buildup since record-keeping began 47 years ago, a symptom of climate change that will ...

The rapid melting of glaciers could lead to their disappearance by the end of the 21st century, threatening water sources, ...