Josephine Peary – by the conqueror’s side
Josephine Peary is considered the first white woman to winter in the Arctic. She was the wife of Robert E. Peary, whom she actively supported in his attempts to reach the North Pole.
Are “Pizzlies” and “Grolars” the better polar bears?
Here, following our article on “Pizzlies,” you will find additional information on bear hybrids, which are the result of interbreeding between polar bears and grizzlies, and what this means for polar bears.
Food preferences determine pollution levels in orcas
In the case of orcas in the Arctic, individual food preferences determine how heavily an animal is contaminated with pollutants.
Construction start for fiber optic line Murmansk – Vladivostok
The construction of the fiber-optic communication line from Murmansk to Vladivostok is scheduled to start in late May – early June.
Nuclear submarines near Tromsø in the future
In the future, nuclear submarines of NATO partners will be able to dock near the Norwegian city of Tromsø.
Icebreaker solves mystery of sea ice loss after cyclone
The question of why sea ice melts rapidly after strong storms in the Arctic Ocean has now been answered by a research icebreaker that was involuntarily trapped in the ice.
Rising COVID numbers lead to state of emergency in Iqaluit
A rapid rise in COVID infections in Nunavut’s capital saw authorities declare a state of emergency yesterday.
Constructions in Lavna to start again
Considerable sums have been invested until the site is shut down in autumn 2020. Now the project is scheduled to be completed and operational in 2024.
What’s going on now in the 2021 Arctic season?
Arctic season is just around the corner and it’s hardly clear what will actually happen and what won’t.
“Pizzly bears” may be on the rise
If rising temperatures drive animal species out of their natural habitats, pizzly bears are likely to become more common.
Svalbard ptarmigan’s internal clock ticks all year round
The circadian rhythm of ptarmigan in the high Arctic is apparently responsible for ensuring that they do not “forget” their seasonal activities.
Arctic Winter Games 2024 in Alaska
The 2024 Arctic Winter Games will be held in the Matanuska-Susitna district of Alaska, the International Committee of the Arctic Winter Games announced.
Glaciers worldwide in retreat
The melting of glaciers worldwide and especially in the polar regions has accelerated massively, as a study with the participation of ETH Zurich and WSL shows.
EU pushes creation of Antarctic MPA
The EU, in cooperation with the US, New Zealand and a number of other countries, has decided to step up its efforts to create marine protected areas in Antarctica.
Our new website: Polar-Kreuzfahrten
We at PolarJournal are pleased to present special expedition cruises to the polar regions together with information about each region on our new website.
Flights to the North Pole also planned from Russia
The governor of Russia’s Krasnoyarsk region believes that flights from Khatanga to the North Pole is a great opportunity for the region to promote tourism.
Navigating under the Arctic ice
A team of MIT engineers has developed a navigation method for autonomous vehicles that allows them to navigate accurately in the Arctic Ocean without GPS.
Large government package for Svalbard’s tourism companies
The Norwegian government is supporting 13 tourism companies on Svalbard with a large aid package to cushion the COVID measures through realignments.
Satellite detects crevasses even under snow
Researchers have refined and presented the method of glacier crevasses under snow with the help of satellite imagery.
US military continues to focus on the Arctic
The US is trying to counter Russian actions in the Arctic. The Defense Department is concerned about Russia’s expansion in the region.
Arctic sponges are rolling stones
Arctic deep-sea sponges are not animals stuck to the seafloor, but can probably actively move around, a little biological sensation.
Melting glaciers influence rotation axis of the earth
Rapid climate change is apparently having an effect on the tilt of the Earth’s axis, a new study by Chinese researchers shows.
Disarmament Mission on South Georgia
A team of specialists has been defusing munitions and other remains from the Falklands War on South Georgia.
Nobile’s drama and Amundsen’s end
The conquest of the North Pole was highly contested in the 1920s. Arguments, insults and mishaps were part of the daily routine.
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