Arctic Community
- The Polar Express to Success: Enhancing EC... The Polar Express to Success: Enhancing ECR´s Writing Skills In the past 15th of November, the XVI APCES Portugal Workshop was held at Centro Universitário de Lisboa, Lusófona University, under the theme "Mission Polar: What’s Hot in Polar Science", together with the Portuguese Polar Conference on the 14th of November. Picture by Lucas Bastos
- 2025 ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting Ikaarvik receives 2025 APECS Canada-ASA Mentor Award! In recognition of their significant contributions to connecting local indigenous communities and southern early career researchers, Ikaarvik has been awarded the 2025 APECS Canada-ASA Mentor Award at the 2025 ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting. Picture by Shelly Elverum
- After almost a Decade, the APECS Era in Po... After almost a Decade, the APECS Era in Potsdam/Germany comes to an End We are deeply grateful to the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research (AWI) for hosting APECS during nine years and for its invaluable support shaping global activities with, by and for early career researchers (ECRs). The final EU project in which[…]
- Monaco Polar Symposium 2026: From the Arct... Monaco Polar Symposium 2026: From the Arctic to the Antarctic. Enabling the Legacy: Translating Polar Research into Action The Polar Symposium provides a unique platform bringing together scientists, Indigenous representatives and knowledge holders, policymakers, funders and non-governmental organisations to address the most pressing challenges facing the Arctic and Antarctic. Through a format combining high-level panels and participatory workshops, the Symposium fosters dialogue between[…]
- IASC Activity Report: Co-developing an Obs... IASC Activity Report: Co-developing an Observing Network for Monitoring Terrestrial Change Across the Arctic Circle Trail (CONTACT) The Arctic Circle Trail (ACT), a popular hiking route between Sisimiut and Kangerlussuaq, West Greenland, is increasing in popularity each year. As the trail passes through a UNESCO World Heritage Site and culturally significant areas, there are concerns about the environmental and cultural impacts of[…]
- IASC Activity Report: New Insights in Pola... IASC Activity Report: New Insights in Polar Law at the 18th Polar Law Symposium The Polar Symposium provides a unique platform bringing together scientists, Indigenous representatives and knowledge holders, policymakers, funders and non-governmental organisations to address the most pressing challenges facing the Arctic and Antarctic. Through a format combining high-level panels and participatory workshops, the Symposium fosters dialogue between[…]
- 2026 IASC Fellowship Program Recipients An... 2026 IASC Fellowship Program Recipients Announced The International Arctic Science Committee (IASC) and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation (PA2F) in cooperation with the Association of Polar Early Career Scientists (APECS) are excited to announce the recipients of the 2026 IASC Fellowship Program. Ten successful early career researchers were identified[…]
- Arctic Innovation Lab 2026 Arctic Innovation Lab 2026 This year, Sámi student from Guovageaidnu (Norway) - Sara Garen Anne Nilut took part in the Arctic Innovation Lab (January 5-12) together with students from the Harvard Kennedy School.
- Reindeer and Resilience at the American Mu... Reindeer and Resilience at the American Museum of Natural History — A Recap On January 7, 2026, the American Museum of Natural History in New York hosted a compelling SciCafe event titled “Reindeer and Resilience,” featuring conservation scientist Dr. Mary Blair (Associate Director of the Museum’s Center for Biodiversity and Conservation) and Anders Oskal (Director of the International[…]
- Velkommen til kartkurs for å reduser... Velkommen til kartkurs for å redusere risikoene i reindriften. På vegne av International Centre for Reindeer Husbandry (ICR) har vi gleden av å invitere deg til et kartleggingsverksted i Kautokeino/Guovdageaidnu, Norge, 28.–30. januar 2026, organisert av Reindeer Herding and Resilience-prosjektet i samarbeid med Woodwell Climate Research Center.
- Reindeer Eyes Change Color in Winter &mdas... Reindeer Eyes Change Color in Winter — A Remarkable Seasonal Adaptation Research shows that reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) undergo a seasonal change in their vision: their eyes shift from gold-tinged hues in summer to deep blue in winter. This change helps them see better during the long, dark Arctic winter.
- New Issue of the review Inter-Nord just pu... New Issue of the review Inter-Nord just published online MIARC is proud to announce that the international Arctic journal Inter-Nord 24 has just been published online. The new issue places a special focus on Alaska, presenting a rich blend of scientific research, cultural perspectives, interviews, and photographs.
Shipping
- Indonesia To Auction Seized Iranian Tanker With 167,000 M... Indonesia To Auction Seized Iranian Tanker With 167,000 Metric Tons Of Oil At $69.5 Million The MT Arman 114 is a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) measuring more than 300 metres (984.25 ft) in length.
- Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship ‘INS Sudarsh... Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship ‘INS Sudarshini’ Sets Sail On 10-Month Transoceanic Voyage More than 200 trainees from the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard will take part in intensive sail training during the expedition.
- Florida Fuel Supplier Convicted Of $4.5M Fraud Targeting ... Florida Fuel Supplier Convicted Of $4.5M Fraud Targeting Multiple U.S. Navy Warships Authorities said he used the money for personal gain, buying several high-value properties in Florida and Colorado.
- Amsterdam Plans Complete Ban On Cruise Ships By 2035 To T... Amsterdam Plans Complete Ban On Cruise Ships By 2035 To Tackle Pollution & Overtourism Banning sea cruises is expected to cost the city about €46 million in lost revenue over 30 years.
- Charter Boat Captain Arrested After Undercover Sale Of Co... Charter Boat Captain Arrested After Undercover Sale Of Cocaine Found At Sea The arrest led to the seizure of about 23 kilograms of cocaine, a 38-foot boat, $8,000 in cash, and a .40-calibre handgun, officials said.
- USS Zumwalt Completes Sea Trials As Navy’s First Co... USS Zumwalt Completes Sea Trials As Navy’s First Conventional Prompt Strike Platform HII said its Ingalls Shipbuilding division carried out a series of at-sea tests after completing an extensive modernisation programme.
- MHI-TC Delivers First Mobile Marine Boarding Bridge To Yo... MHI-TC Delivers First Mobile Marine Boarding Bridge To Yokohama Port The MMB protects passengers from inclement weather and temperature, ensuring safe, secure, and comfortable passenger movement.
- EU Keeps Russian LNG Flowing In 2025, Spending €7.2 ... EU Keeps Russian LNG Flowing In 2025, Spending €7.2 Billion Ahead Of 2027 Import Ban France became the EU’s largest buyer, taking 41.7% of EU Yamal LNG imports, mainly through Dunkirk and Montoir-de-Bretagne.
- Shipping Giant CMA CGM Reroutes Ships Around Suez Canal A... Shipping Giant CMA CGM Reroutes Ships Around Suez Canal Amid Global Uncertainty The action limits the company’s plans to expand Suez Canal transits after two years of disruptions caused by attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
- Footage Shows Damage To Container Ship After Drone Strike... Footage Shows Damage To Container Ship After Drone Strike In Black Sea The ship was attacked shortly after leaving Novorossiysk, Russia, when it was about 80–90 nautical miles offshore.
Climate Change
- Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards... Europe's road transport needs to shift gears towards sustainability Growing transport volumes have been driving Europe’s road transport emissions up in the past two decades. A European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis, published today, shows how total greenhouse gas emissions from both passenger cars and heavy goods vehicles have increased in Europe, despite better engine efficiency and use of biofuels.
- The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry The looming threat for Maine’s iconic potato industry By Lori Valigra (Bangor Daily News) and Caitlin Looby (Climate Central) with Jen Brady (Climate Central) contributing to data reporting Maire Lenihan coaxes organic Keuka Gold potatoes into a washing machine at Goranson Farm in Dresden on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN Maine farmer Ryan Guerrette irrigated his 1,200 acres of potatoes in Caribou more often in the past few years, when[…]
- Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites floodin... Ellis Island, lighthouses among historic NJ sites flooding as seas rise By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central ) and Andrew S. Lewis and Michael Sol Warren (NJ Spotlight News), with television segment by Brenda Flanagan (NJ Spotlight News) Read the Climate Central report, Future Flood Risk: Historic Sites in NJ. The Garden State’s history is starting to wash away. New Jersey as it exists today was built up over hundreds of years from the arrival[…]
- Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family... Still rare in Iowa, electric car powers Des Moines family’s home during blackouts By Ayurella Horn-Muller (Climate Central) and Amber Alexander (NBC WHO 13 Des Moines) Kerri Johannsen was less than a week from giving birth to her second child when a derecho wielding winds up to 100 mph swept through Iowa. Johannsen’s power went out for four days. “It was hot,” she said. “We were just trying to manage.” The Des Moines[…]
- Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high c... Storied Maine ski resort bets future on reining in high costs of warmer winters By Lori Valigra and Elizabeth Miller A skier jumps into the air in front of a large snow-making machine at Shawnee Peak in Bridgton on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022. Modern advances in snow-making technology are helping Maine ski areas stay open despite the warming climate. Credit: Troy R. Bennett / BDN BRIDGTON, Maine — Billy Dolliver’s blue eyes twinkled at the mountain[…]
- Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind b... Emissions from road traffic and domestic heating behind breaches of EU air quality standards across Europe Breaches of EU air quality limits for nitrogen dioxide across Europe were predominantly due to road traffic, while domestic heating lay behind the majority of exceedances for particulate matter, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) assessment on air quality plans published today.
- Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the ... Hardly any past Winter Olympic host cities will have the snow to host in 60 years By Clarisa Diaz and Elizabeth Miller Rain, wet snow, and shallow snow are all expected to increase at former Olympic venues over the coming decades, according to a new study led by researchers from the University of Waterloo. It projects that nearly all prior host cities for the Olympics will see weather conditions that make it difficult to hold outdoor winter sports competitions. The[…]
- Circular business models and smarter design can reduce en... Circular business models and smarter design can reduce environment and climate impacts from textiles Textile consumption in Europe has on average the fourth highest impacts on the environment and climate, following consumption of food, housing and mobility. Ahead of the expected European Union (EU) strategy for sustainable and circular textiles, the European Environment Agency (EEA) published today two briefings that look at measures to reduce those impacts, including on resource use, greenhouse gas emissions[…]
- Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite pot... Europe's environmental taxes in decline, despite potentially crucial role The European Green Deal acknowledges the crucial role of taxation in Europe’s sustainability transition. A new European Environment Agency (EEA) briefing, published today, shows that revenues from environmental taxes can support transition investments but future revenue streams from these taxes will erode as European Union (EU) environmental and climate policy objectives are achieved. The relative share of environmental taxes to[…]
- Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes... Economic losses from weather and climate-related extremes in Europe reached around half a trillion euros over past 40 years Extreme weather events like storms, heatwaves and flooding accounted for economic losses of around half a trillion euros over the past 40 years and led to between 85 000 and 145 000 human fatalities across Europe. Less than one-third of these losses were insured, according to a European Environment Agency (EEA) analysis of economic losses and fatalities from weather and[…]
Science
- NSF and partners invest $9M in AI-focused math education ... NSF and partners invest $9M in AI-focused math education program The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences (NSF SBE) has launched the Collaboratory to Advance Mathematics Education and Learning (CAMEL), a new $9 million investment aimed at transforming K-12…
- Intent to restructure critical weather science infrastruc... Intent to restructure critical weather science infrastructure The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced today that the agency is reviewing the structure of the research and observational capabilities operated by the NSF National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). NSF remains committed to…
- NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new ge... NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new generation of transformative independent research organizations to advance breakthrough science The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) on Friday announced the launch of a new initiative designed to launch and scale a new generation of independent research organizations. These…
- NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and... NSF invests $30M in EPSCoR jurisdictions for research and workforce development in energy, semiconductors, nanotechnology and biotechnology The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing approximately $30 million in institutions across Montana, Idaho and Louisiana to establish NSF EPSCoR Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (NSF EPSCoR CREST Centers). These centers…
- NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative ... NSF and UKRI launch $10M quantum chemistry collaborative research effort The U.S. National Science Foundation and United Kingdom Research and Innovation (UKRI) are investing in eight joint research projects that could open the door to breakthroughs in quantum computing...
- NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of ... NSF selects 15 finalists to advance to the next round of its second Regional Innovation Engines competition The U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines (NSF Engines) program announced 15 finalists advancing to the next stage of the program's second competition — spanning critical technologies and applications ranging from enhancing…
- NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows NSF invests $6.2 million in EPSCoR Research Fellows The U.S. National Science Foundation is investing $6.2 million in 24 exceptional researchers who have been selected as NSF Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research...
- NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the d... NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory speeds into the design phase The U.S. National Science Foundation National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NSF NQVL) is coming into sharper focus with the selection of the first four teams that will design high-tech infrastructure...
- NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Resear... NSF announces funding to establish the National AI Research Resource Operations Center The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced a new solicitation to establish a National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Operations Center (NAIRR-OC). This marks a critical...
- NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data sy... NSF expanding national AI infrastructure with new data systems and resources The U.S. National Science Foundation today announced two major advancements in America's AI infrastructure: the launch of the Integrated Data Systems and Services (NSF IDSS) program to build out...
Politics & Society
- Organizational structure Organizational structure Northern Forum Structure Board of Governors Regional Coordinators Committee (RCC) Secretariat (based at the Northern Forum Academy) Working Groups Business Partners Established in 2021-2024 Goodwill Ambassadors Northern Youth Forum RACAR Project Office Association of Schools
- Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 ... Faroe Islands beats Czech Republic during World Cup 2026 football qualifiers The Faroe Islands defeated the Czech Republic to keep their slim chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup alive. The result means the team remains in contention for a play-off place as they head into the final round of Group L fixtures. Ranked 136th in the world, the Faroe Islands are third in the […] The post Faroe Islands[…]
- Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S. Icebreaker cooperation deepened between Finland and U.S. The Icebreaker cooperation between Finland and the U.S. has been deepened with the United States procuring eleven new icebreakers for the country’s Coast Guard, four of which are expected to be constructed in Finland. On 9th October, U.S. President Donald Trump and Finnish President Alexander Stubb signed a memorandum of understanding, laying the foundation for […] The post Icebreaker cooperation[…]
- Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce b... Trails for new plant-based protection for fresh produce begin in Sweden Sweden is launching a trial for an additive-free, plant-based protection for fresh produce, aiming to be a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging. The food-tech producer Saveggy has begun trialing an edible coating based on rapeseed oil and oat oil, as a waste-free option in time for the EU’s ban on single-use plastics for fresh produce […] The post Trails for[…]
- Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groov... Hooked on Herring: How Denmark’s Fish Got Its Groove Back in Europe The Icelandic agency Ceedr, in collaboration with TBWA in Copenhagen, recently delivered a marketing campaign promoting Danish herring. The campaign ran in Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden, with a particular focus on the German market, which accounts for almost half of Denmark’s herring exports. The initiative, commissioned by the Danish Pelagic Producers’ Organisation (DPPO), […] The post Hooked on[…]
- Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor tre... Icelandic women’s football team quits over poor treatment Iceland’s entire women’s football team has quit over poor treatment, alluding to gender inequality and years of poor treatment. The Icelandic women’s team, ÍR (Íþróttafélag Reykjavíkur), was pushed to its breaking point due to the treatment it received. As part of the upset, players noted that the men’s team was overall given priority, while the […] The post Icelandic women’s[…]
- Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-t... Norway invests in new research projects to prevent life-threatening incidents Norway is investing in twelve new research projects to enhance the country’s response to life-threatening incidents and strengthen its critical infrastructure. This initiative has received support for addressing a variety of societal security and emergency preparedness issues. The projects have been funded by nine ministries in the Norwegian government: the Ministry of Justice and Public […] The post Norway invests[…]
- Data center investors concerned by government tax budget ... Data center investors concerned by government tax budget proposal in Finland Finland’s Government proposal to remove energy tax breaks for the Datacentres has caused concern for the industry’s investors. Finland’s Ministry of Finance is preparing changes to the Energy Taxation Act as part of the 2026 state budget. Under the plan, the preferential tax treatment enjoyed by datacentres would be abolished. Officials argue the reform is […] The post Data center[…]
- Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected Northern Forum Teenage Climate Ambassador elected On April 28, the Final of the annual international competition "Teenage Climate Ambassador of the Northern Forum" was held among students of schools-members of Schools Association of the Northern Forum
- Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of t... Vladimir Vasilev spoke in an interview about results of the Northern Forum events in India Vladimir Vasilev, Executive Director of the Northern Forum told Yakutia 24 TV channel about the results of the Northern Forum events in India, and future plans in program “Aktualnoe interview”.
Resources
- Boliden applies for Nautanen to become a strategic projec... Boliden applies for Nautanen to become a strategic project in EU Boliden has applied to the European Commission to designate the Nautanen deposit as a strategic project under the Critical Raw Materials Act. The…
- Invitation to presentation of Boliden's Q4 2025 report Invitation to presentation of Boliden's Q4 2025 report Boliden will announce its Interim Report for the fourth quarter 2025 on February 3 at 07:45 (CET). A press and analyst conference will be held on the…
- Boliden guidance Boliden guidance Boliden announces its 2026 production guidance for all seven mining units, as well as information on ongoing investment projects and planned…
- Invitation to presentation of Boliden's guidance 2026 Invitation to presentation of Boliden's guidance 2026 Boliden will announce guidance for 2026 on Friday December 5, at 07:45 (CET) and invites to a press and analyst conference the same day at 09:00. The…
- Change in Boliden's Board of Directors Change in Boliden's Board of Directors Due to personal reasons, board member Per Lindberg has requested to resign from Boliden's Board of Directors. Per Lindberg is also not available for…
- Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22 Repurchase of shares in Boliden AB on October 22 Boliden AB (LEI code: 21380059QU7IM1ONDJ56) has on October 22, 2025 repurchased a total of 130,000 treasury shares (ISIN code: SE0020050417) as part…
- Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares Boliden resolves to repurchase its shares The Board of Directors of Boliden has, based on the authorization from the Annual General Meeting on 23 April 2025, resolved to repurchase a maximum…
- Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production Boliden Q3 2025: Strong cash flow and solid mine production "Overall, the results for the quarter were strong. We had a significant cash flow, even though major investments are still ongoing primarily in the…
- Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM Boliden's nomination committee for the 2026 AGM In April 2025, Boliden AB's Annual General Meeting adopted new instructions for appointing the Nomination Committee, according to which the company's…
- Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report Invitation presentation of Boliden's Q3 2025 report Boliden will announce its Interim Report for the third quarter 2025 on Wednesday October 22 at 07:45 (CEST). A press and analyst conference will be…
