1929 | Byrd Plants a Times Flag in Antarctica – New York Times

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Jun 102017

 

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1929 | Byrd Plants a Times Flag in Antarctica New York Times Not those Sulzbergers, you may have thought on May 20 when perusing a two-page map of Antarctica in The Times. There, just to the left of the enormous Ross Ice Shelf, was “Sulzberger Bay.” What were the Sulzbergers doing down near the South Pole?

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Antarctica could soon break off an iceberg six times the size of … – Stuff.co.nz

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Jun 012017

 

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Antarctica could soon break off an iceberg six times the size of … Stuff.co.nz Researchers with Project MIDAS, working out of Swansea University and Aberystwyth University in Wales and studying the shelf by satellites and through other … One of Antarctica's Largest Ice Shelves Close to CalvingNewsmax The Larsen C Iceberg Is on the Brink of Breaking OffClimate Central Antarctic ice crack takes major turn – BBC NewsBBC News Beloit Daily News all 6 news articles »

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In Antarctica, Scientists Are Lured to a Frozen Desert – New York Times

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May 302017

 

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In Antarctica, Scientists Are Lured to a Frozen Desert New York Times Welcome to the McMurdo Dry Valleys, the largest ice-free region in Antarctica and one of the driest places on the planet. Most of the continent is covered in thick ice, but this place is a striking exception. Sheltering mountains and dry winds from the …

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The Antarctica Series – The New York Times – New York Times

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May 182017

 

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The Antarctica Series – The New York Times New York Times Four virtual-reality films take you on, above and below the Antarctic ice. and more »

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Visitors flock to Antarctica – Times LIVE

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May 032017

 

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Visitors flock to Antarctica Times LIVE The International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators released its 2016-2017 tourism figures yesterday. The total number of visitors to Antarctica with association members was 44367, an increase of 15% on the previous year. Most travel to the … Antarctica a hotspot for Chinese touristsChina.org.cn all 2 news articles »

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Go Under the Ice With the Team Behind the VR Film ‘Antarctica’ – New York Times

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Apr 152017

 

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Go Under the Ice With the Team Behind the VR Film 'Antarctica' New York Times At 6 p.m. on Friday, April 28, at the Newseum in Washington, Times Insider will host a screening of “Antarctica,” The Times's latest virtual reality film. There to discuss the film will be a panel of Times journalists — Jonathan Corum, Evan Grothjan …

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Belgian researchers on mission off the coast of Antarctica – The Brussels Times

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Apr 102017

 

Belgian researchers on mission off the coast of Antarctica The Brussels Times Six researchers from the Free University of Brussels (FUB) and the University of Liège (ULg) left Christchurch, New Zealand on Monday to start the "Pipers" mission (Polynias, Ice Production and Seasonal Evolution in the Ross Sea) off the coast of …

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Checking off my seventh continent: A half-price voyage to Antarctica – Bucks County Courier Times

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Mar 262017

 

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Checking off my seventh continent: A half-price voyage to Antarctica Bucks County Courier Times "I'm looking for someone to join me in Antarctica. The ship leaves from the tip of Argentina in six weeks, and it's half price. Wanna come?" You bet. Here was a $ 6,897 chance to hit my final continent and its jaw-dropping environs, with most flights … and more »

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Severe Weather Preparedness and Flood Awareness Week Begins March 19 – Washington Times Herald

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Mar 152017

 

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Severe Weather Preparedness and Flood Awareness Week Begins March 19 Washington Times Herald The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is encouraging Hoosiers to plan ahead for extreme weather as part of Severe Weather Preparedness and Flood Awareness Week, March 19-25. “The arrival of spring in Indiana means an increased threat for … When sirens sound, will you know what to do?Perry County Tribune (registration) all 8 news articles »

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Wetlands shield us from extreme weather – Delmarva Daily Times

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Feb 042017

 

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Wetlands shield us from extreme weather Delmarva Daily Times Most Americans know Feb. 2 as Groundhog Day, but for some, it is a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the value of wetlands. World Wetlands Day marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance. and more »

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