Microbes across Earth's coldest regions are becoming more active as glaciers, permafrost and sea ice thaw, accelerating ...

A Polar vortex has covered the Philadelphia region under a canopy of frigid temperatures, but many people may not realize what a Polar vortex actually is, and the dangers — like frostbite — such ...

The first humans to orbit Earth’s polar regions showed off some impressive photos and videos of Earth’s ice caps, x-rays and more during the Fram2 mission. “Hello, Antarctica. Unlike previously ...

There is a sudden warming about to happen high up in the atmosphere. This warming will affect the Polar Vortex. The Polar Vortex is a fast-spinning circular motion usually located about 50,000 feet in ...

The extreme light environment of the Earth's polar regions fosters unique conditions that could play a crucial role in maintaining global biodiversity over time, a new study by Finnish researchers ...

After this weekend's snow storm moves out, cold Arctic air will move in.

Three MIT payloads will soon hitch a ride to the moon in a step toward establishing a permanent base on the lunar surface. In ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — If you’ve been keeping a tab on winter forecasts, you’ve likely heard the term “polar vortex” and the potential impact it may have on the upcoming season. But exactly what is the ...

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star departed the Antarctic region last week after 65 days south of the Antarctic Circle as part of Operation Deep Freeze 2025. The annual event is led by the U.S.