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National & Local

The Governor: Polar bear shot in Svalbard

A polar bear was shot and killed on the eastern coast of Spitsbergen, leading to an investigation by the Governor of Svalbard.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Governor: Polar bear shot in Svalbard

An investigation has been launched following the shooting of a polar bear on the eastern coast of Spitsbergen, reported by a private tour group.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The Governor: Polar bear shot in Svalbard

A polar bear has been shot and killed on the east coast of Svalbard, prompting an investigation by local authorities.

Mar 21 โ€ข 10:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Hunger Lies Ahead of Fear... Enemies in the Arctic Are Seeking Prey

In the Arctic, as global warming accelerates the melting of ice and alters wildlife dynamics, ringed seals are increasingly risking encounters with their biggest predator, polar bears, in search of better food sources according to a new study.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The moment a polar bear confronted a herd of walruses

A unique underwater encounter between a polar bear and a herd of walruses was captured by filmmaker Adam Ravetch, showcasing the bear's desperate attempts to prey on the walruses.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Polar Researcher: 'Akutaq for Dessert'

Hajo Eicken, the new head of the Alfred Wegener Institute, discusses his vision for improving polar research and the challenges posed by the US government.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How many inches of snow have fallen in northern New York in recent hours and what will happen over the weekend

Significant snowfall has been recorded in northern New York, particularly in East Concord and Point Rock, as weather patterns continue to evolve.

Mar 20 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'Battle of Titans': the moment a polar bear attacks a group of walruses

This article reflects on a 20-year-old BBC documentary scene featuring a polar bear's attack on walruses, which reshaped our understanding of polar bear adaptation.

Mar 19 โ€ข 21:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Concern in Science: The Earth is Rotating Slower, as it Hasnโ€™t in Over 3.6 Million Years

Scientists are worried that the Earth's rotation is slowing down due to polar ice melt, affecting global time coordination.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

The phenomenon that is sweeping the U.S. with a polar vortex extending in the north and a heat wave in the south

A significant weather phenomenon is impacting the United States, with a polar vortex causing freezing temperatures in the north and an unprecedented heat wave in the south.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A cold wave is approaching Poland. We are expecting a drop in temperatures

Weather in Poland is expected to change significantly in the coming days as cold polar air moves in, causing nighttime frosts.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

"So this is going from one extreme to another"

The article discusses a shift in perspectives or conditions, suggesting a movement between two polar opposites.

Mar 15 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

A blizzard, polar vortex, heat dome and atmospheric river: U.S. faces weather chaos

The United States is experiencing a tumultuous mix of extreme weather conditions, including heatwaves, blizzards, and heavy rain across various regions.

Mar 13 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

New wave of extreme cold: Which areas will be affected by the division of the polar vortex?

A new wave of extreme cold is expected to impact significant parts of the central and eastern United States due to the division of the polar vortex.

Mar 13 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The Landerneau Prize for Crime Fiction Goes to 'All the Misery in the World', an 'Anxiety-Inducing and Jubilant' Anticipation Tale

The crime novel 'All the Misery in the World' by Thomas Bronnec, depicting France's resistance against American and Russian drone attacks, has won the Landerneau Polar prize.

Mar 12 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Do you still remember winter? Climatologist explains where the cold comes from and whether it was caused by the breakdown of the polar vortex

A climatologist explains that the cold weather in Poland at the beginning of the year was due to Arctic air masses rather than the breakdown of the polar vortex.

Mar 11 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cold polar air reinforces instability and keeps rain in part of Brazil this week

This week, unstable weather conditions are expected in many regions of Brazil due to a cold front and polar air mass, resulting in significant rainfall especially in the Central-West and Southeast.

Mar 9 โ€ข 16:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Sofia lives in a village where cars or apartment doors are never locked โ€“ The reason may shock you

Sofia lives in a unique Finnish village where security measures are practically non-existent, leaving doors and cars unlocked.

Mar 8 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

A Turbulent Era: Global Trade Shifted Towards Multilateralism and Multi-Polar Regional Blocks

The article discusses the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on global trade patterns in 2025, indicating that changes were less significant than anticipated.

Mar 8 โ€ข 00:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Diving Under the Ice is a Skill that Many Researchers Need

Meribiologist Eino Nousiainen prepares for his first ice diving experience in Kilpisjรคrvi, which is essential for climate change research in polar regions.

Mar 7 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

New York and Newark below zero: activating the 'Blue Code' due to the polar cold wave and reinforcing help for vulnerable people regardless of their immigration status

A new polar cold wave has prompted authorities in New York and Newark to activate the 'Blue Code' emergency protocol to protect vulnerable individuals from extreme temperatures.

Mar 5 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Polar vortex is expected to break down, may change the course of spring

The article discusses the impending breakdown of the polar vortex and its potential effects on the upcoming spring season.

Mar 3 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Sony World Photography Awards finalists - from UFO clouds to protective polar bear mum

The Sony World Photography Awards have revealed their finalists, showcasing the top images selected from over 430,000 submissions worldwide.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Deluge in Buenos Aires: the two days when the rain will fall non-stop

Buenos Aires is expecting heavy rainfall and a temperature drop as a polar air mass moves in, causing significant weather instability.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Judy Murray singles out Carlos Alcaraz behaviour as polar opposite to son Andy

Judy Murray praises Carlos Alcaraz's conduct on and off the court, contrasting it with her son Andy's behavior.

Mar 1 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Winter Cold Wave: The Map of Snow Rounds Arriving This Sunday in the U.S.

A new polar air intrusion threatens to bring another significant winter storm to the US, impacting 25 states soon after a historic snowfall event.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Strange information circulates about Finland: Beware of polar bears and monkeys

Various countries' travel advisories provide differing perspectives on Finland, with warnings about weather conditions and safety measures.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Sofia, 29, ran away from a polar bear during her workday โ€“ this is what life is like in a village where doors cannot be locked

Sofia Ahvenainen describes her challenging life in Svalbard, where extreme weather conditions and wildlife encounters shape her daily experiences.

Feb 28 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

ANIMAL KINGDOM โŸฉ Polar bears frolicked heartily on Estonia's birthday

On Estonia's birthday, polar bears Imaq and Inuk put on a playful display both in the water and on land.

Feb 28 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Did you know there are polar bears in SP? The aquarium in the capital has a family of the species; watch VIDEO

An aquarium in Sรฃo Paulo is home to a family of polar bears, including a young one born in Latin America.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Zoo: the polar bear's favorite treat is ice cream with fruit and blood

At Tallinn Zoo, polar bears enjoy a special treat of fruit and blood ice cream and spend much of their time relaxing.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Murder in La Polar: Main Suspect Identified in the Crime

A former police officer named Sergio Gama has been identified as the primary suspect in the fatal beating of a man at La Polar tavern in Mexico City.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Polar Vortex Weakening โ€“ It May Have Chilling Consequences

The article discusses the potential weakening of the polar vortex and its possible effects on winter weather patterns in Finland and Europe.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Unusual Magnetic Reversal of the Earth Lasted 70,000 Years

A new study reveals that the Earth's magnetic field underwent a prolonged and unstable polar reversal approximately 40 million years ago.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Here -9, there 14 degrees. The weather in Poland will completely go crazy

Poland is experiencing contrasting temperatures due to a high pressure system, with Arctic air in the north and warmer polar maritime air in the west.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Electrons Like in Mud: First Detection of 'Polaron' Formation

Researchers have successfully tracked the formation of polarons for the first time, revealing fundamental insights into electron behavior in polar materials.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Historic record of ship crossings in the Arctic in 2025

The Arctic is experiencing a surge in shipping traffic due to melting ice, with the Northern Sea Route gaining strategic importance and a record number of vessels operating in the region by 2025.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Who Is Not Funding This Antarctic Expedition?

The article discusses America's changing commitment to polar research amid increasing concerns over rising sea levels.

Feb 21 โ€ข 02:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

It is another story, the realm community cries out for

The article discusses the untold story of Arnarulunnguaq, a Greenlandic woman who undertook a significant sledding journey in 1921 alongside polar explorer Knud Rasmussen.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Sports

Bodo Torments Inter in the Polar Circle

Norwegian team Bodo delivers an impressive 3-1 victory over Italian team Inter in a thrilling match showcasing their superior gameplay.

Feb 18 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Budweiser and Heineken face polar opposite fates in China as punters favour home comforts

In China, Budweiser experiences significant profit decline while Heineken thrives, reflecting changing consumer preferences influenced by economic factors.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Your electricity bill could reach up to 1200 dollars: the polar cold drives up heating costs in the US.

The 2026 winter in the United States is leading to significantly higher heating costs for households due to severe cold waves and rising energy prices.

Feb 17 โ€ข 22:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Heating bills up to $1200: polar cold exacerbates the heating crisis in the U.S.

The extreme polar cold in the U.S. has led to skyrocketing heating bills, with average costs reaching up to $1242 for electric-powered homes.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

It Brings 'Old' Winter to Czechia. What Happens When the Polar Vortex Breaks Apart

The article discusses the impacts of a disintegrating polar vortex on the winter weather in Czechia.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New wave of polar cold: the map of where snow is accumulating in the U.S. this week

A new wave of polar cold is expected to bring significant snowfall to parts of the U.S. this week, particularly impacting the West Coast and northern regions.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Pulling cold polar air over the country in the coming days

Iceland is expected to experience freezing temperatures between three to eighteen degrees Celsius due to cold polar air moving over the region.

Feb 16 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An unusual project in Sweden - would protect against sabotage

Sweden is planning to lay a data cable beneath the polar ice cap connecting Asia and North America, aimed at enhancing infrastructure security.

Feb 15 โ€ข 23:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The second Greek mission of the Hellenic Polar Zones Society to Antarctica

The Hellenic Polar Zones Society (HELPOZ) is conducting its second mission to Antarctica, aiming to enhance Greece's participation in global climate research efforts.

Feb 15 โ€ข 19:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Weather in CdMx and Edomex TODAY February 15: Polar air mass 'refreshes' the afternoon slightly

Today's weather in Mexico State and Mexico City features cold mornings with possible frost in higher areas and warm afternoons, influenced by a polar air mass.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Financial Times: Chinese nuclear icebreaker raises concerns in America

A report from Financial Times reveals that China is intensifying its strategic activities in the Arctic, aimed at new shipping routes and natural resources with its 'Polar Silk Road' vision, highlighted by the unveiling of a new nuclear icebreaker.

Feb 12 โ€ข 17:40 UTC

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