Solo to the South Pole – “Not bad for a girl!”
The German extreme athlete Anja Blacha was the first woman to reach the South Pole solo, unassisted and unsupported, and showed that polar expeditions are not the domain of men alone.
Innovative salmon farm in northern Norway
The most sustainable and fish-friendly onshore salmon farming facility is to be built in northern Norway. Stefan Leimer took a look at it for us.
Tense avalanche situation around Longyearbyen
Several avalanches, some of them large, have occurred in and around Longyearbyen and the authorities have not yet given the all-clear.
Indigenous culture of Taimyr receives financial support
Indigenous peoples on the Taimyr Peninsula will receive new funding to preserve their culture. 28 different projects in the Russian Arctic benefit from the grants.
New governor appointed for Svalbard
The Norwegian Ministry of Justice has appointed a new governor for Svalbard, 56-year-old Lars Fause, effective as of July 1, 2021.
Book – Meine Welt schmilzt
The book “Meine Welt schmilzt” by Line Nagell Ylvisäker vividly describes the effects of climate change and has also touched guest author Stefan Leimer.
The next Arctic Winter Games will take place in 2023
Arctic Winter Games organizers reported that the next edition will now take place in early 2023. A postponement occurred because of Covid-19.
Fire on Australia’s supply ship for Antarctica
A fire on the Australian Antarctic supply ship MPV Everest has crippled one of its two engine rooms, in the middle of the ship’s voyage home.
Another successful launch of 36 OneWeb satellites
Satellite communications company OneWeb has confirmed the successful launch of all 36 satellites by Arianespace from the Vostochny Cosmodrome.
Blatter planned to award 2026 World Cup to Antarctica
Disgraced former FIFA president Sepp Blatter planned to host the 2026 World Cup in Antarctica. This was reported by PADDYPOWER NEWS.
Hurtigruten Svalbard sells its properties
Hurtigruten Svalbard sells its properties on Svalbard to the state-owned company Store Norske and simultaneously leases itself in.
Avalanche danger threatens parts of Longyearbyen
Nybyen, the back part of Longyearbyen, is threatened by avalanches and has been partially evacuated by the authorities.
Facelift for Svalbard’s largest supermarket
In Longyearbyen, the only supermarket is undergoing a renovation and will offer a massively enlarged assortment.
Volcanic eruption in Iceland
The long-awaited volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland has now become a reality.
Walrus visits Ireland before St. Patrick’s Day
A walrus that turned up on the Irish coast just before Ireland’s St. Patrick’s Day, has caused a big media stir.
Local penguin mortality recorded in New Zealand
Authorities report increased die-offs of yellow-eyed penguins and a decline in little penguins in parts of New Zealand.
Odd polar bear hotel opens in China
A new hotel has opened in the northern Chinese city of Harbin – with polar bears taking centre stage. Environmentalists are outraged and sound the alarm.
New regulation on Svalbard triggers fierce criticism
A Sysselman-imposed closure of several fjord areas on Svalbard has drawn fierce criticism from local tour operators and residents.
Ice Art Championships in Fairbanks
Fairbanks is home to the Ice Art Championships, one of the largest ice sculpture competitions and exhibitions in the world. These take place in February and March.
COVID scratches at Svalbard’s door
An unspecified number of tourists have to be quarantined in Svalbard because they have been in contact with a COVID infected person.
Agriculture in Greenland
Due to climate change, temperatures are also rising in Greenland. The country is facing great changes. Residents dream of flourishing gardens and farms.
Humpback whales around Nuuk placed under protection
The local government of Semersooq, which includes the Greenlandic capital Nuuk, places humpback whales under protection in its fjord.
Closure of the Nikel plant at last
The small town of Nikel, in the far northwest of Russia suffered greatly from air pollution from the local nickel smelter. This has now been closed.
Polar bear attack on Svalbard (UPDATE)
A polar bear attacked and injured a man in the east of the main island of Sptsbergen, and the bear was shot.
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