Brutal hunting techniques allowed again in Alaska
Like many other environmental regulations, the Trump administration recently reversed a ban on cruel hunting practices on Alaska’s wildlife
Very curious bear on Svalbard creates confusion
A very curious polar bear has caused confusion on the west coast of Svalbard for several days with its repeated visits at two stations.
Pride Day in British Antarctic Territories
The administrations of the British Antarctic Territories and South Georgia/South Sandwich have officially designated November 18 as Pride Day.
Tsunami warning in Alaska after severe earthquake
A tsunami warning was issued Tuesday night after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake had struck off Alaska’s southern coast.
Container as medical unit on supply ship
A 20-foot container has been converted into a small hospital by the Australian Antarctic Division to help save lives at sea.
Mysterious COVID-19 cases on fishing vessels
American Seafoods announces that 85 crew members of the “American Triumph” have tested positive for COVID-19.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PolarJournal!
PolarJournal, our online platform on polar affairs, is celebrating its first birthday today.
Misconfiguration as a boon for the environment
A new oil binder, the invention of a German company, could make the oil industry cleaner and at the same time protect the environment.
Debate over statue relocation in Greenland
In Greenland, a debate is under way about the relocation of the Hans Egede statue in Nuuk, in which the population is to be asked for its opinion in more detail.
Dark COVID-19 clouds over Antarctic season
Dark clouds loom over tourism to the Antarctic four months before the start of the season due to the still prevailing COVID-19 pandemic.
Beluga spotted off the US coast near San Diego
A beluga, usually a high-arctic resident, was discovered near San Diego on the California coast.
Vaccination of 550,000 reindeer in Siberia
In the Yamal tundra, reindeer of the Yamal-Nenets are to be made immune against anthrax.
Svalbard’s newspaper struggles in the COVID crisis
The world’s northernmost newspaper, the “Svalbardposten”, is struggling with the economic impact of the COVID crisis despite more readers.
Greenland’s National Day marked by racism debate
On the national holiday in Greenland, the statue of the Danish missionary Hans Egede was vandalized and shows that the debate on racism also affects Arctic peoples.
New shipping committee with AECO participation in Norway
The Norwegian Council of State and King Harald V have set up a new committee for safety of shipping in Norwegian waters and brought AECO on board.
Nine tons of improperly disposed trash in Longyearbyen
A trash collecting campaign in Longyearbyen shows that more and more waste is not being properly disposed of.
National Antarctic Programs limited due to COVID-19
Several countries have announced that they will limit their national Antarctic programmes due to the COVID-19 pandemic next season.
Nonstop-flight to the Falkland Islands sets new records
A Royal Air Force civilian aircraft has made its maiden flight from the UK to the Falkland Islands without refueling, breaking two world records.
Cleanup for Sarah — Global clean-up operations from June 12 on
From 12th to 21st June, global cleanups will be used to commemorate Sarah Auffret and her tireless commitment for the environment.
500th article marks milestone for PolarJournal
PolarJournal, the Swiss information platform for polar affairs, published its 500th article today after less than a year.
Inuit women continue to wait for anti-violence action plan
The Covid-19 pandemic is exacerbating the situation of Inuit women and also delaying the drawing up of an action plan to remedy the situation.
Polar fox threatens flight safety on Svalbard
Almost daily, a polar fox runs around on the airport grounds in Longyearbyen, sometimes forcing the pilots to dodging maneuvers.
Master’s degree program in Ilulissat planned
Greenland’s government is considering whether to set up a master’s degree program on climate change for students.
Facelifting for New Zealand’s Antarctic station
New Zealand’s Antarctic station “Scott Base” is undergoing a complete reconstruction by 2030 to provide a new home for researchers and staff.
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