De facto states create a lot of controversy in the international community: they exist but they are not recognized by most nations. There is not complete consensus as to what to understand by the phrase “de facto states”, but various experts agree in underlining five common elements in each of these territories. The first element […]
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It is November 28, 1979, 7:30 in the morning. The passengers are boarding Air New Zealand flight 901 at Aukland airport (New Zealand). It is an unusual flight, since it will return in the afternoon to the same airport with the same passengers on board. The airline is very proud of this flight, as it
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Introduction The Antarctic waters are some of the most remote and least understood regions of our planet. These frigid seas, encased in ice for much of the year, are home to a wide array of unique marine organisms. However, the Antarctic marine landscape is undergoing rapid changes due to human-induced climate change. This article delves
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S.A.S. Giovanni Caporaso Gottlieb reveals the Secrets of the Frozen Continent in the book Mysteries of Antarctica. Dive into the hidden mysteries of Antarctica in this fascinating book, “Antarctic Mysteries: Revealing the Secrets of the Frozen Continent”. Written by S.A.S. Giovanni Caporaso Gottlieb, heir to Fabian Gottlieb, discoverer of Antarctica and Grand Master Emeritus of
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Antarctica, the frozen continent at the southernmost part of our globe, is often visualized as a vast and desolate land of ice. Yet, beneath its icy exterior lies a remarkable and little-known feature: active geothermal hotspots and volcanoes. This article will explore the intriguing phenomenon of Antarctica’s geothermal activity, shedding light on volcanoes hidden under
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The Antarctica’s flag story serves as a reminder of the value of maintaining this special and delicate ecosystem as well as the strength of unity The Antarctica’s flag was designed in 1959 and has an azure blue background with a compass rose in the center. The seven nations that ratified the Antarctic Treaty: Australia, Chile,
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Emperor penguin is at risk of extinction in the next 30-40 years due to climate change. The emperor penguin is one of the best-known species in Antarctica and have been featured in multiple Disney movies. Unfortunately, the species is currently endangered due to its dependence on the frozen sea. It is only under this condition
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The Antarctic is one of the most extreme environments on Earth, characterized by freezing temperatures, powerful winds, and months of darkness. Despite these harsh conditions, a variety of animal species have adapted to thrive in this seemingly inhospitable environment. This article explores the incredible adaptations that enable Antarctic animals to not only survive but flourish
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Introduction Antarctica, the world’s southernmost continent, is a unique and fragile ecosystem. Home to a diverse range of flora and fauna specially adapted to its harsh conditions, it remains one of the most pristine environments on Earth. However, like many other parts of the world, it is not immune to the impacts of human activity.
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Why is so difficult to fly aircrafts in Antarctica? Airplanes are not common in Antarctica. The reason is simple: the landing process is extraordinarily complicated. With global warming affecting the continent, the runways do not always have enough ice. This is compounded by a problem of intruding penguins on the runways that can cause accidents.
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