In Graphic Detail: The Polar Silk Route
China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative aims to link much of the world through road, rail, and maritime networks, including ice-free routes through the Arctic.
Dec 22, 2022 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
Geographic Region: Russia
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How Increasing Wildfires Could Transform the Arctic
Wildfires, and the nutrients they bring, could make the Arctic Ocean more productive.
Nov 7, 2022 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
Scientists Had Never Seen This Elusive Whale Alive—Until Now
With DNA evidence, scientists confirm the first live sighting of the Sato’s beaked whale, which they previously knew only from whalers’ reports and carcasses.
Jul 14, 2022 | 650 words, about 3 minutes
Dmitry Versus Goliath: Environmentalism in Russia’s Far East
Once branded a foreign agent, a Russian activist has worked for 24 years to protect the island of Sakhalin from industrial development.
Aug 11, 2020 | 2,800 words, about 14 minutes
Humpback Whales May Have a Secret Hideout
New research supports the theory of a hidden humpback breeding ground.
Nov 24, 2017 | 600 words, about 3 minutes
For Sale: Wild Russian Killer Whales
As Westerners condemn live whale shows, Russia hunts and sells killer whales to Chinese amusement parks.
Mar 21, 2017 | 2,300 words, about 16 minutes
The Secret Language of Salmon Skin Coats
From keeping one dry to securing a life partner, these ancient garments served many purposes.
Dec 27, 2016 | 650 words, about 3 minutes
Maggoty Meat Makes Mariners Mutiny
Rancid rations rile Russians: revolutionary rehearsal results.
May 30, 2016 | 600 words, about 3 minutes