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The giant river system that existed 40 million years ago was discovered deep under the Antarctic ice

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Geologists digging into the massive West Antarctic ice sheet have uncovered the remains of an ancient river system that once flowed for nearly a thousand miles. The discovery provides a glimpse into Earth’s history and hints at how extreme climate change could alter the planet, according to their findings, published June 5 in the journal … Read more

An incredible hydrothermal environment discovered deep under the ocean: ScienceAlert

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A stunning new place has been discovered, hidden deep beneath the ocean waves of the Arctic Circle. Off the coast of Svalbard, Norway, more than 3,000 meters (9,842 feet) below, a field of hydrothermal vents unfolds along Knipovich Ridge, an underwater mountain range previously thought to be quite inconspicuous. Instead, like underfloor heating, volcanic activity … Read more