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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“The Whale” will appear from the depths in 2023.
The sensational project “The Whale” has finally been given the green light in Andenes and is set to take visitors into the world of whales from 2023.
Bank BKB brings Polar regions into the heart of Basel
Basler Kantonalbank is using the Antarctic and Arctic in Basel to promote more sustainable financial investments.
2 dead in avalanche accident on Jan Mayen
Two people were killed in an avalanche on a remote island in the European Arctic Ocean. They were two civilian employees of the military station.
Inuktitut available in Microsoft Translator
Microsoft has officially made Inuktitut, the language of the Inuit people of Canada, available for translation in many of its products.
Frustration mounts in the Falklands over Brexit
The Falkland Islands are growing increasingly frustrated at the UK’s lack of support to avert the economic consequences of Brexit.
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