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The rapid melting of Arctic ice is unleashing a scramble to exploit vast oil and gas deposits
Ekati mine will boost supply of rough diamonds
Russia is increasingly aware that it needs oil majors’ technology, says Catherine Belton
Norway’s Lofoten islands can now be travelled by swimming, while Australia’s Outback can now be traversed in style
Cary Fowler moved from Memphis to Rome – and commutes to the Arctic Circle
Rehn says markets being spooked by signs of relaxation
Forget the Med. Try summer in the Arctic Circle, and explore the otherworldly Lofoten Islands
While the romantic is thinking in the language of love, I appear to be thinking in the language of long johns
A travel company uses meteorological data to seek out the best vantage points for the most spectacular displays of the northern lights for a decade
As energy companies and environmentalists clash over the region’s future, islanders are hoping they are more than spectators in the rush to exploit resources
The author of ‘Ultimate Surfing Adventures’ picks five destinations from Iceland to China
As global warming eases access to the vast polar region, shorter trade routes and rich resources are in prospect – but strategic issues grow more acute for surrounding nations
What is the oddest thing I’ve done when researching a book? I went for a walk in the Arctic Circle without map or compass
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