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NATO Arctic drill takes on new significance after Russia invasion of Ukraine

The scenario for the NATO military exercise in the Arctic circle has been similar for years now: Norway is attacked by a fictional country, triggering the alliance's collective defense clause and leading to troops from the United States and more than a dozen partners coming to the defense of the…

Reuters

Arctic sea ice could hit maximum extent ‘much earlier’ than usual

Some stations reported winter temperatures 30C warmer than usual with situation echoed in Antarctica

The Guardian - UK

'Freakish' heatwaves at both of Earth's poles leaves climate scientists baffled

Data from the Antarctic showed on average the continent was around 4.8C warmer than recorded between 1970 and 2000 while the Arctic was up 3.3C, leaving experts baffled

Daily Mirror

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What’s driving record heatwaves in Antarctica and the Arctic, and how they’ll affect wildlife

Heatwaves are bizarre at any time in Antarctica, but particularly now at the equinox as Antarctica is about to descend into winter darkness.

The New Daily

Record-smashing heatwaves are hitting Antarctica and the Arctic simultaneously. Here’s what’s driving them, and how they’ll impact wildlife

Record-breaking heatwaves hit both Antarctica and the Arctic simultaneously this week, with temperatures reaching 47℃ and 30℃ higher than normal.

The Conversation

Antarctic and Arctic heat records have been smashed. What's going on?

Temperature records have been sent tumbling simultaneously in parts of Antarctica and the Arctic. Here's what's happening.

ABC News

Extremes of 40C above normal: what’s causing ‘extraordinary’ heating in polar regions?

Antarctic and Arctic temperatures have shocked researchers. How unusual are they and what are the consequences?

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Heatwaves at both of Earth’s poles alarm climate scientists

Antarctic areas reach 40C above normal at same time as north pole regions hit 30C above usual levels

The Guardian - UK

Ex-minister who warned on sanctions works for oil trader linked to Russia

Alan Duncan’s employer Vitol has stake in vast Arctic exploration project backed by the Putin regime

The Guardian - UK

India hopes for permanent presence in Arctic

India’s ‘Arctic Policy’ document was unveiled recently

The Hindu

Eastern Antarctica registers temperatures 70 degrees above normal, as ‘unprecedented heat wave’ baffles scientists

Temperatures 70 degrees above normal in eastern Antarctica have baffled scientists, who say that the “unprecedented heat wave” has already changed the way experts think about the Antarctic climate system.

Tribune News Service

Hot poles: Antarctica, Arctic 70 and 50 degrees above normal

Parts of Antarctica Friday hit 70 degrees warmer than normal

The Independent UK

Man convinced he's spotted a UFO hovering over Arctic Ocean on Google Earth

Edward Jones was thrilled to spot what he thought looked like an otherworldly UFO off the coast of the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard - but others weren't as convinced

Daily Mirror

Could Ukraine war help end west’s reliance on hydrocarbons?

Russian invasion diverts attention but may ironically help push world towards cleaner future, say experts

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Inverse

Scientists couldn't stop this asteroid from crashing into Earth — and that's ok

In this edition of Inverse Daily, read about the asteroid that crashed into the Arctic, find out if aerobic exercise helps with episodic memory, and more.

The Guardian - UK

Microplastics from European rivers spreading to Arctic seas, research shows

Better waste management needed to protect Arctic ecosystem, say scientists

Axios

Methane emissions cuts as an Arctic ice shield

Sea ice loss is already having ramifications throughout the Arctic and beyond.

The Guardian - US

Canada and US announce Arctic military exercises amid Russia tensions

Drills will test response to aircraft and cruise missiles in vast and thinly defended northern region

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Wales Online

In defence of Nato: USAF B52 bombers head north for massive show of strength

Aircraft flew to Arctic as part of Nato exercise 'to deter any potential adversary from aggressive actions'

Wales Online

HMS Prince of Wales and F35B jets in huge Arctic naval display of strength by Nato allies

Exercise Cold Response, a pre-planned test of Allied forces, involves 30,000 troops from 27 nations

The Guardian - UK

‘We’ll kill you’: Uyghur exile who fled to Arctic Circle still fears reach of Chinese state

For asylum seekers, Norway is a sanctuary but even in remote towns, Muslim refugees say they face surveillance and threats

Bangkok Post

Man against nature

'You should never think you can never make it. You should always believe there'll be a way," said one explorer to another while travelling 1,450km across a bone-chilling climate in a historical expedition.

Bristol Post

UK weather: Snow to sweep across the country as Arctic blast moves in

But there'll be precious little in Bristol...

Los Angeles Times

How badly will Russia's war torpedo hopes for global climate cooperation?

Even before Russia invaded Ukraine, the prospect of industrial nations coming together to quickly enact meaningful cuts to greenhouse gas emissions seemed slim. But with Russia blowing apart the world order, advocates for international climate action say their cause is looking ever more bleak, just as the effects of warming…

Reuters

Russian officials call Arctic Council boycott 'regrettable'

Russian Arctic officials questioned on Friday the decision of their peers on the Arctic Council to boycott future talks held in Russia, calling their actions "regrettable."

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