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A hidden cave in Norway protected a 75,000-year-old Arctic world until scientists finally uncovered it

Long before the Arctic looked the way it does now, a stretch of Norway's northern coastline supported an unexpectedly rich mix of wildlife. That picture has emerged from a cave where thousands of years of natural deposits quietly protected the remains of animals that lived during a comparatively mild phase…

The Times of India

Arctic seabed mission documents fragile marine life threatened by Norway's deep-sea mining plans

A month-long Arctic expedition has revealed deep-sea ecosystems in an area being considered for mining.

Euronews

Science news this week: Time emerges inside a mini-universe, scientists thicken Arctic ice, and one of the oldest graves of a free Black person in the US found

July 11, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend

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Can thickening Arctic ice with seawater slow its decline? Successful trial faces major hurdles

Scientists tested a method to thicken Arctic sea ice by pumping seawater. This process created a thicker and more reflective ice layer during winter. Treated ice showed increased resistance to summer melting in a Canadian field experiment. While promising, large-scale deployment faces significant logistical challenges and requires more research. This…

The Economic Times

Earth is slowly swallowing an entire Arctic town in Sweden, and authorities are moving Kiruna building by building as the world’s largest underground iron ore mine cracks and destabilises the ground beneath it.

Kiruna, Sweden, is moving its entire town due to ground instability caused by iron ore mining. This massive engineering project involves relocating buildings and infrastructure to a safer location. The relocation aims to preserve cultural heritage while ensuring residents' continuity. It highlights the consequences of resource extraction and the need…

The Times of India

Norway carved a giant vault 400 feet inside an Arctic mountain to protect more than 1.3 million crop seed samples, ensuring humanity could restore its food supply if war, climate disasters, or global catastrophe ever wiped out agriculture

Norway's Svalbard Global Seed Vault protects over 1.3 million crop seed samples deep within an Arctic mountain. This facility serves as a crucial backup for global gene banks facing various catastrophic threats. The vault's strategic Arctic location ensures optimal conditions for long-term seed preservation and survival. It has already proven…

The Times of India

Major airline launches new flights from Scotland to 'Arctic winter wonderland'

A MAJOR airline has launched new flights from Glasgow Airport to one of Europe's most “sought-after” winter destinations that is renowned…

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Earth’s deep memory is thawing with the Arctic permafrost, degrading records of our ancient world

Permafrost usually hits the news as a hazard; a planetary risk. When this ice-rich ground thaws, it damages roads and building foundations. It drains lakes and tips trees into drunken forests. It releases greenhouse gases that have been locked in carbon-rich soils for thousands of years, amplifying warming, driving further…

The Conversation

Trump's Renewed Greenland Threat Reopens Europe's Unfinished Security and Sovereignty Debate

Donald Trump's renewed interest in Greenland has sparked European concerns over sovereignty and security, highlighting tensions in transatlantic relations and questioning the future of US-European alliances.

International Business Times UK

Trump Returns for Greenland’s Riches, ‘We Stupidly Gave It Back’ (UPDATED)

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to correct a reference to Shenghe Resources’ ownership.

Benzinga

Northern Norway’s coastal towns face storms, erosion and energy stress: And scientists say climate plans must cut emissions and protect livelihoods at once

In Northern Norway, communities grapple with the transformative effects of Arctic climate change, which threatens both infrastructure and local livelihoods. To combat these challenges, integrating climate resilience and emission reduction strategies is crucial. Leveraging community knowledge alongside scientific insights supports effective planning. Investments in renewable energy infrastructure bolster both mitigation…

The Times of India

Why Trump covets Greenland

Greenland's Arctic location is vital for global security and trade routes. President Trump seeks control of the mineral-rich island for American interests. This ambition has caused concern among NATO allies and European nations. China and Russia also vie for influence and resources in the region. Greenland's people desire self-determination for…

The Economic Times

Why does Trump want Greenland? All about the Arctic island of just 56,000 mostly Inuit people at the center of a global power struggle

Trump and Greenland: Greenland's strategic location between North America and Europe draws global attention. The United States seeks control for security amid growing Arctic competition. Russia and China are also increasing their presence in the region. Greenland possesses significant reserves of critical minerals essential for technology. Both Greenland and Denmark…

The Economic Times

'Not important for Denmark': Trump says US needs Greenland for 'protection of the world'

President Trump again urged the United States to control Greenland. He stated the Arctic island is vital for global security. Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen rejected the demand, calling Greenland not for sale. Greenland's leadership also opposes any US acquisition of the territory. This ongoing dispute strains relations between the…

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Trump's Renewed Push for Greenland Control Draws Swift Rebuff As Denmark Vows To Defend ‘Every Inch’ of the Arctic Island

Denmark pledged to defend its territory after President Donald Trump renewed his call for the U.S. to control Greenland—overshadowing the NATO summit in Turkey.

The Independent UK

Trump covets Greenland for its location. Here's why

Greenland's strategic location above the Arctic Circle makes it a focal point in global security and trade debates

International Business Times UK

Trump Blames Denmark for 'Hurting' NATO Ties by Refusing to Hand Over Greenland

President Trump renews his call for US control of Greenland, citing security concerns, during a NATO summit in Turkey, causing friction with European allies.

Euronews

Trump revives his call for US to 'control' Greenland

Arriving at the NATO summit, the US president claimed Denmark hasn't sufficiently invested in the Arctic territory's security.

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'Should be controlled by US, not Denmark': Trump renews Greenland claim at Nato Summit

In a recent address, President Trump highlighted his ambition for the U.S. to gain control over Greenland, citing its essential role in bolstering American national security. He pointed out that Denmark has fallen short in investing in the Arctic territory, which has adversely affected his rapport with NATO. Moreover, Trump…

The Times of India

In 1923, after every other member of an Arctic expedition either died or disappeared, Inuit seamstress Ada Blackjack survived alone on Wrangel Island by hunting foxes until rescue arrived

Ada Blackjack joined an Arctic expedition for money to treat her son. She became the sole survivor after others died or vanished on Wrangel Island. Blackjack learned to trap and hunt, surviving alone for nearly two months. A rescue ship found her in August 1923, ending her ordeal. Her remarkable…

Benzinga

Boeing Lands Denmark P-8 Poseidon Order as Greenland Tensions With Trump Simmer

Denmark will acquire two Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft to strengthen its combat power in the Arctic and North Atlantic, the Danish Ministry of Defense said on Tuesday.

The Economic Times

Fur traders released Arctic foxes across Alaska's Aleutian Islands in the late 1800s to boost the fur trade, but the predators wiped out millions of nesting seabirds before decades-long eradication campaigns began

A century-old decision to introduce Arctic foxes to Alaska's Aleutian Islands for fur farming led to ecological devastation. These predators decimated ground-nesting seabird colonies, which in turn starved the islands of vital ocean-derived nutrients. This nutrient loss transformed lush meadows into barren tundra. Decades-long restoration efforts are now slowly reversing…

LiveScience

First experiment to thicken Arctic ice with seawater shows promise — but there's a big catch

Researchers recently performed the first scientific test of sea ice thickening in the field, but there remains a big question mark over how scalable this method is.

Evening Standard

Russian plane intercepted by UK fighter jets after 'repeatedly approaching' in the Arctic

RAF fighter jets intercept Russian patrol aircraft 'repeatedly approaching' UK carrier strike group

The Times of India

10 coldest countries in the world 2026: Russia, Canada, Iceland and more

There is no single reason a country ends up among the coldest on Earth. In some cases, the explanation lies in geography, with vast territories stretching towards the Arctic. Elsewhere, towering mountain ranges keep temperatures low despite being far from the polar regions. Annual temperature averages often reveal a different…

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