Station leader Andy Warton says isolation takes getting used to, but a ‘profound adventure’ with auroras, penguins and icebergs awaits<ul><li>Get our <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl">breaking news email</a>, <a href="https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3">free app</a> or <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl">daily news podcast</a></li></ul>Few people witness the otherworldly seasonal transformation of Antarctica, but a small group of Australians experience it first-hand. From the complete darkness of polar winter to the peachy glow of a round-the-clock summer sun, they witness the spectacle of light and wildlife return colour to an icy landscape, and gaze up at silver and green auroras across the night sky.The Australian Antarctic Program is now recruiting for its 2026-27 season, offering work in Antarctica to about 300 Australians across almost 40 different roles. <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/14/australian-antarctic-program-seeks-workers">Continue reading...</a>

يبحث البرنامج الأسترالي في القارة القطبية الجنوبية عن مئات العمال المغامرين للانضمام إليهم في تجربة قطبية فريدة. يبرز قائد المحطة، آندي وارتون، أن العزلة في المنطقة قد تكون تحديًا، لكنه يضمن أن المناظر الخلابة للأضواء الشمالية، واللقاءات مع البطاريق، والجبال الجليدية الرائعة تجعلها مغامرة عميقة. لا توفر هذه المبادرة فقط فرصة لاستكشاف أحد أكثر الأماكن نُدرة على وجه الأرض، بل تساهم أيضًا في أبحاث علمية حيوية ومراقبة بيئية، مما يجعلها فرصة مثيرة لأولئك الذين يبحثون عن تجربة ذات مغزى ولا تُنسى.

El Programa Antártico Australiano está buscando cientos de trabajadores aventureros para unirse a ellos en una experiencia polar única. El líder de la estación, Andy Warton, destaca que la soledad de la región puede ser un desafío, pero asegura que las impresionantes vistas de las auroras, los encuentros con pingüinos y los majestuosos icebergs hacen que sea una aventura profunda. Esta iniciativa no solo ofrece la oportunidad de explorar uno de los lugares más remotos de la Tierra, sino que también contribuye a investigaciones científicas vitales y al monitoreo ambiental, convirtiéndola en una oportunidad emocionante para quienes buscan una experiencia significativa e inolvidable.

Le programme australien de l'Antarctique recherche des centaines de travailleurs prêts à vivre une expérience polaire unique. Le responsable de la station, Andy Warton, souligne que l'isolement de la région peut être difficile, mais il assure que les vues à couper le souffle des aurores, les rencontres avec des pingouins et les icebergs en font une aventure profonde. Cette initiative offre non seulement la possibilité d'explorer l'un des endroits les plus reculés de la planète, mais elle contribue également à des recherches scientifiques vitales et à la surveillance de l'environnement, ce qui en fait une opportunité passionnante pour ceux qui recherchent une expérience significative et inoubliable.

The Australian Antarctic Program is on the lookout for hundreds of adventurous workers to join them in a unique polar experience. Station leader Andy Warton highlights the isolation of the region, but assures that the breathtaking views of auroras, encounters with penguins, and stunning icebergs make it a profound adventure. This initiative not only offers a chance to explore one of the most remote places on Earth but also contributes to vital scientific research and environmental monitoring, making it an exciting opportunity for those seeking a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

Cold calling: Australian Antarctic Program seeks hundreds of workers ready for polar-powered adventure

Over 13,000 children in primary seven sit the first transfer test of 2025 on Saturday 15 November.

سيتقدم أكثر من 13,000 طفل في الصف السابع لاختبار النقل الأول لعام 2025 يوم السبت 15 نوفمبر. يمثل هذا الحدث علامة فارقة مهمة في المسيرة التعليمية لهؤلاء الطلاب بينما يستعدون للمرحلة التالية من مسيرتهم الأكاديمية.

Más de 13,000 niños en séptimo grado se presentarán al primer examen de transferencia de 2025 el sábado 15 de noviembre. Este evento marca un hito importante en el camino educativo de estos estudiantes mientras se preparan para la siguiente etapa de sus carreras académicas.

Plus de 13 000 enfants en classe de primaire sept participeront au premier test de transfert de 2025 le samedi 15 novembre. Cet événement marque une étape importante dans le parcours éducatif de ces élèves alors qu'ils se préparent pour la prochaine étape de leur carrière académique.

Over 13,000 children in primary seven will take the first transfer test of 2025 on Saturday, November 15. This event marks an important milestone in the educational journey of these students as they prepare for the next stage of their academic careers.

Thousands of children to sit first 2025 transfer test

Met Office yellow rain warning was in place early on Saturday with 83 flood warnings issued for England and 12 flood warnings across Wales.

تم إعلان حالة طوارئ كبرى في المملكة المتحدة بسبب العواصف التي تسببها العاصفة كلاوديا، مما أدى إلى حدوث فيضانات واضطرابات كبيرة. أصدرت هيئة الأرصاد الجوية تحذيرًا أصفر من الأمطار في وقت مبكر من يوم السبت، مع إصدار 83 تحذيرًا من الفيضانات في إنجلترا و12 في ويلز. جلبت العاصفة أمطارًا غزيرة ومستدامة، مما أثار القلق بشأن الفيضانات المحتملة في مناطق مختلفة.

Se ha declarado un incidente mayor en el Reino Unido debido a que la tormenta Claudia causa inundaciones y disturbios significativos. La Oficina Meteorológica emitió una advertencia amarilla de lluvia temprano el sábado, con 83 advertencias de inundación en Inglaterra y 12 en Gales. La tormenta ha traído lluvias intensas y persistentes, lo que genera preocupaciones sobre posibles inundaciones en varias regiones.

Un incident majeur a été déclaré au Royaume-Uni alors que la tempête Claudia provoque d'importantes inondations et perturbations. Le Met Office a émis un avertissement jaune de pluie tôt samedi, avec 83 alertes d'inondation en Angleterre et 12 au Pays de Galles. La tempête a apporté des pluies fortes et persistantes, suscitant des inquiétudes quant aux inondations potentielles dans diverses régions.

A major incident has been declared in the UK as Storm Claudia causes significant flooding and disruption. The Met Office issued a yellow rain warning early on Saturday, with 83 flood warnings in England and 12 in Wales. The storm has brought heavy and persistent rain, raising concerns about potential flooding in various regions.

Major incident declared as Storm Claudia causes flooding and disruption

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South Africa's intelligence services are investigating who was behind a chartered plane that landed in Johannesburg with more than 150 Palestinians from war-ravaged Gaza who did not have proper travel documents and were held onboard on the tarmac for around 12 hours as a result, the country's president said Friday. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Cape Town, Eunice Masson.

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A flap of outrage is brewing over the fate of 15 residents of a cramped central London building, who critics say live out their lives indoors with no daylight, fresh air or adequately deep water.

تتزايد المخاوف بشأن ظروف معيشة 15 بطريقًا في حوض سمك في وسط لندن. يجادل النقاد بأن هذه البطاريق تُحتفظ في الداخل دون الوصول إلى ضوء النهار أو الهواء النقي أو مياه عميقة بما فيه الكفاية، مما أدى إلى غضب بشأن ما يصفونه بأنه ظروف 'غير بريطانية'. لقد أثار الوضع نقاشًا حول رفاهية الحيوانات في البيئات الحضرية.

Se están generando preocupaciones sobre las condiciones de vida de 15 pingüinos en un acuario del centro de Londres. Los críticos argumentan que estos pingüinos viven en interiores sin acceso a la luz del día, aire fresco o agua suficientemente profunda, lo que ha provocado indignación por lo que describen como condiciones 'no británicas'. La situación ha desatado un debate sobre el bienestar animal en entornos urbanos.

Des inquiétudes grandissent concernant les conditions de vie de 15 pingouins dans un aquarium du centre de Londres. Les critiques soutiennent que ces pingouins sont gardés à l'intérieur sans accès à la lumière du jour, à l'air frais ou à une eau suffisamment profonde, ce qui suscite l'indignation face à ce qu'ils décrivent comme des conditions 'non britanniques'. La situation a déclenché un débat sur le bien-être animal dans les milieux urbains.

Concerns are rising regarding the living conditions of 15 penguins at a central London aquarium. Critics argue that these penguins are kept indoors without access to daylight, fresh air, or sufficiently deep water, leading to outrage over what they describe as 'Un-British' conditions. The situation has sparked a debate about animal welfare in urban settings.

'Un-British' conditions spark concern for penguins at London aquarium

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Cold calling: Australian Antarctic Program seeks hundreds of workers ready for polar-powered adventure

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