-
On September 22, 2025, the autumnal equinox marks equal day and night globally, signaling the start of fall in the Northern Hemisphere. This year, it coincides closely with a partial solar eclipse on September 21 visible mainly in the Southern Hemisphere. Earlier, a total lunar eclipse on September 7-8 was widely observed across Asia, Australia, and parts of Africa and Europe.
-
Ethan Guo, a 20-year-old American, was detained in Chile for flying into Antarctic territory without proper authorization. He was held for two months, then released after agreeing to donate funds to a cancer charity and leaving the country. The incident highlights issues in international aviation law.
-
The UK government has reaffirmed its opposition to solar radiation management and other geoengineering techniques aimed at cooling the polar regions. This stance follows recent scientific assessments dismissing the feasibility and safety of such interventions, emphasizing that emissions reductions remain the priority in addressing climate change.
-
Recent articles highlight significant marine animal movements, including whale recovery in Argentina and shark migrations in North Atlantic. The UK launches a new polar research vessel amid US policy shifts. These developments underscore ongoing ecological changes and conservation efforts.