The Earth has some of the most extreme climates on record. Here are 7 of the coldest places on Earth, where life and science push the limits of survival.

ANTARCTICA, — Grab the warmest clothing you have and let's take a trip to the coldest place on earth: Antarctica. Located over 8,500 miles away from us here in Hampton Roads, Antarctica covers the ...

A team of researchers has developed a new quantum dilution refrigerator that could revolutionize quantum computing research. Able to create conditions close to absolute zero (more than -400 degrees ...

FARGO — Recent cold weather has brought questions about where might be the coldest place on Earth. Without question, that place is Antarctica. The coldest temperature measured with a thermometer and ...

Animal species that live in environments as harsh as the Antarctic have many incredible adaptations to help them survive. Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) are a leading example. These resilient ...

Rain in Antarctica isn’t just a sign of climate change. It’s also part of a feedback loop that accelerates global warming. Climate change is bringing a new threat to penguins that live on the ...

There are some truly inhospitable places on Earth where human beings couldn't possibly survive, due to extreme heat, extreme ...

An innocent question from a friend inspired one reporter to seek out sports buffs in a remote and chilly place: Antarctica. By Tania Ganguli Times Insider explains who we are and what we do and ...