Antarctica
New Antarctic ice shelf threatened by warming
LONDON - Scientists are predicting the disappearance of another vast ice shelf in Antarctica by the end of the century that will accelerate rising sea levels.
Space pictures pick up lots more penguins
LONDON - Scientists counting emperor penguins from space have found twice as many of the birds in Antarctica as expected.
Scientists pin down historic sea level rise
LONDON - The collapse of an ice sheet in Antarctica up to 14,650 years ago might have caused sea levels to rise between 14 and 18 meters (46-60 feet), a study showed on Wednesday, data which could help make more accurate climate change predictions.
Scientists pin down historic sea level rise
LONDON - The collapse of an ice sheet in Antarctica up to 14,650 years ago might have caused sea levels to rise between 14 and 18 metres (46-60 feet), a study showed on Wednesday, data which could help make more accurate climate change predictions.
Alien invasion a threat to Antarctic ecosystem
SYDNEY (REUTERS) - In the pristine frozen continent of Antarctica scientists fear an alien invasion -- not from outer space, but carried in people's pockets and bags.
Two killed in blaze at Brazil Antarctica base
BRASILIA - A fire broke out at Brazil's research station in Antarctica on Saturday, killing two navy personnel and forcing the evacuation by helicopter of about 40 other people, the government said.
Two missing after fire at Brazil Antarctica base
BRASILIA - A fire broke out at Brazil's research station in Antarctica on Saturday, leaving two navy personnel missing and forcing the evacuation by helicopter of roughly 40 other people.
Belgian polar record attempt hits snag in Antarctica
BRUSSELS - Two Belgian Antarctic explorers trying to set a world record for the longest polar expedition without outside support or motorized aid will try to plot a new route after heavy storms made their initial course impassable.
Buried Antarctic lake could hold vital climate clues
LONDON - An ancient lake hidden deep beneath West Antarctica's Ice Sheet may reveal vital clues about climate change and future sea level rises, and uncover new forms of life, according to a group of UK engineers and scientist.
Fewer penguins survive warming Antarctic climate
WASHINGTON - Two of the most well-known penguin species in Antarctica -- chinstraps and Adelies -- are under pressure because a warmer climate has cut deeply into their main food source, shrimp-like creatures called krill.
Egypt's Mubarak sentenced to life, protests erupt
CAIRO - Hosni Mubarak, toppled by an uprising last year after 30 years ruling Egypt, was sentenced to life imprisonment on Saturday for his role in killing protesters after a trial that sets a precedent for holding Middle East autocrats to account. | Video
Are African governments suppressing art?
The dust is finally settling on the storm that was kicked off in South Africa by a controversial painting of President Jacob Zuma with his genitals exposed.
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