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Sailor attempts solo Arctic Ocean circumnavigation

Published Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Updated August 9

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  • Arctic sea ice has shrunk by about a third since the early 1980s, according to figures from the National Snow and Ice Data Center.

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    The article highlights the dangers and motivations behind Matt Rutherford's solo Arctic voyage, emphasizing both his personal quest for exploration and his efforts to raise awareness and funding for climate science amidst government cutbacks.

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