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By Apr 13, 2021
Environment

Eddies in the ocean might affect sea level rise

Circular currents could block warm water from reaching Antarctica.
By Mar 17, 2021
Environment

How a top-secret nuclear project became a gold mine for data on Greenland’s ice sheet

‘Project Iceworm’ was a Cold War-era army project, and its results accidentally revealed secrets about our planet’s past.
By Jul 21, 2021
Reviews

Best ice pick: A versatile winter tool for camping and more

From ice fishing to bartending, these useful tools are perfect for getting a leg up on blocks of ice and frozen surfaces. We’ve selected some of the best ice picks...
By Jul 21, 2021
Reviews

Best heated insoles: Keep Your Feet Warm in Any Shoe

Keep your feet nice and toasty with insoles designed to last well beyond the winter.
By Feb 3, 2021
DIY

How to build an igloo that’s structurally sound and cozy

With help from an ice architect and Inuit engineering.
By Jul 21, 2021
Reviews

Best winter gloves: Our picks for touch screen gloves, ski gloves, and more

Whether you’re hitting the slopes or want to use your phone on the go, we’re here to help. Here’s our advice on finding the best winter gloves for you.
By Jan 15, 2021
Gadgets

Three at-home cold brew systems that’ll save you money

Six dollar coffee shop cold brew––in this economy?
By Dec 30, 2020
Environment

Glacier-dwelling bacteria thrive on chemical energy derived from rocks and water

Who needs sunlight? Not these microbes.
By Dec 17, 2020
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Quickly de-ice your car’s windshield with these sprays

You don’t always have time to wait for your defroster.
By Dec 17, 2020
DIY

The right and wrong ways to clear ice and snow from your car

Don’t reach for the salt.