“Visitors have always brought their illusions, preoccupations and preconceptions to Svalbard, and taken something from it in return. And it’s always been a bad deal for the Arctic.”
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The Last Place on Earth Any Tourist Should Go
“Take Antarctica off your travel bucket list.”
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Boots on the Ground
“As FEMA struggles to keep up with climate disasters, extremist groups see an opportunity.”
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The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
This week’s installment features stories by Lee van der Voo, Adam Gopnik, Surabhi Ranganathan, Masha Udensiva-Brenner, and Mikey O’Connell.
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The Law of the Sea
“Down in the deep, the legal distinction between land and sea no longer holds.”
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Earth Day Reads: A Longreads Collection on the Environment, Climate Change & Conservation
This April 22, dive into these thoughtful essays, reading lists, and recommended reads on the climate crisis, wildfires, and water management.
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An Icelandic Town Goes All Out to Save Baby Puffins
“Kids and senior citizens alike rally to rescue beloved young seabirds that have lost their bearings.”
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The Top 5 Longreads of the Week
As January draws to a close, our favorite stories this week included a stirring critical essay, a paean to the world’s greatest boxed meal, a rethinking of psychedelics’ impact on the planet, a profile of a craftsperson at his peak, and an eye-opener about how humpback whales use air in some unexpected ways. 1. Corky […]
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Tripping for the Planet: Psychedelics and Climate Activism
“With more states legalizing psychedelics, activists are interested in exploring their power.”