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Polar Regions News

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Helping you stay informed of the latest developments in climate change, environmental conservation, scientific research, geopolitical dynamics, economic opportunities and indigenous rights in the Polar Regions.

‍18th November 2024

First-Ever Amber Discovered in Antarctica Shows Rainforest Existed Near South Pole

Imagine a time machine that could whisk you back to the age of the dinosaurs. Suddenly, you find yourself in a dense, swampy forest, with insects buzzing between flowers, ferns, and conifers. Believe it or not, you're standing in West Antarctica.

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Scientists left baffled as they make major Magnetic North Pole discovery

Scientists at the British Geological Survey have detected an unprecedented change in Earth's magnetic North Pole.

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Accidental Discovery Unveils Hidden Oceanic Heat Threatening Antarctic Ice Shelf Stability

Warming ocean waters are melting Antarctica’s Ross Ice Shelf at accelerating rates, highlighting a climate-driven trend with implications for global sea levels and climate modelling.

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Navy 'too small' to act for Britain in Arctic

Growing threats in the Arctic from Russia and China only highlight the Royal Navy's lack of surface vessels and submarines, experts warn.

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First emperor penguin found in Australia after 2,000-mile journey from Antarctica

Wildlife officials are looking at options for the malnourished penguin's future and returning him home has not been ruled out.

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Have you read our latest Polar Notes article? See below for the most recent publication on the APPG Polar Regions website.

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Inaugural meeting for the APPG for the Polar Regions

The APPG for the Polar Regions will be holding its inaugural meeting to elect officers and formalise its reformation (post-Election) in the coming weeks. Please keep your eyes peeled for the date of our first meeting and come along to find out more about what we do and meet our dynamic and knowledgeable team. We would be delighted for you to join our Group.

Whether you have policy interests in the polar regions (be that environment, defence, geopolitics, economics or cultural), or indeed simply have an interest in the Arctic or Antarctic, we are here to bring you the latest news and information to keep you informed and updated on key issues, with events throughout the year.

We very much look forward to working with you all.

The APPG for the Polar Regions Team:

-   Jamie Anderson (Director of the APPG for the Polar Regions)

- Amy Gray (Research Specialist of the APPG for the Polar Regions)

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