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A ship carrying tourists plies the waters off Antarctica.

Antarctica needs humans to protect it. It also needs humans to stay away. What’s a potential visitor to do?

Climate Change

Every trip to Antarctica inspires awe and concern for the fragile frozen continent. But every trip also contributes to the global warming that’s eating away at the place. So is it better to visit Antarctica, or stay away?

The World

The future of food — feeding the planet as the climate changes

Environment
An engraving by William Miller of Newcastle in 1832

Newcastle University cuts its ties to coal

Environment
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