Sea ice plays many important roles for the global climate: Its white surface can reflect energy back into space, helping the ...

Researchers found increased meltwater and rain explain 60% of a decades-long mismatch between predicted and observed temperatures in the ocean around Antarctica.

Arctic sea ice had its weakest winter buildup since record-keeping began 47 years ago. Scientists say it's a symptom of ...

Sea ice extent is at record, and near record, lows for this time of year in both polar regions, leaving the planet ...

The type of ice you use in a cocktail is as important for flavor as it is temperature. Here's why crushed ice should be your ...

The Arctic Ocean likely had the smallest winter ice cover in 47 years of satellite records this season, with just 5.53 ...