Even the South Pole Is Warming, and Quickly, Scientists Say – The New York Times
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Article Synopsis – Antarctica is heating rapidly, with temperatures at the South Pole rising three times faster than the global average since the 1990s. It has warmed by about 0.6 degrees Celsius, or 1.1 degrees Fahrenheit, per decade over the past 30 years. While natural climate variability is a major factor, increased greenhouse gases have likely played a large part as well. To read the actual article click here.