Greenland recent news

Here are some recent news stories from Greenland:

Climate Change

• Greenland's ice sheet is melting at an alarming rate, with scientists warning that it could raise global sea levels by up to 10 feet by the end of the century. (Source: The Guardian, March 2023)
• A new study has found that Greenland's ice sheet is losing mass at a rate of 270 billion tons per year, which is faster than previously thought. (Source: Science Daily, February 2023)

Economy

• Greenland's economy is growing, driven by increased mining and fishing activity. The country's GDP grew by 3.5% in 2022, according to the World Bank. (Source: World Bank, January 2023)
• A new iron ore mine is set to open in Greenland, which is expected to create hundreds of jobs and boost the country's economy. (Source: Reuters, February 2023)

Politics

• Greenland's government has announced plans to hold a referendum on independence from Denmark, which has ruled the country since 1953. The referendum is expected to take place in 2024. (Source: BBC News, March 2023)
• Greenland's Prime Minister, Kim Kielsen, has called for increased international cooperation to address the impacts of climate change on the country. (Source: Al Jazeera, February 2023)

Environment

• A new study has found that Greenland's glaciers are losing ice at an unprecedented rate, with some glaciers losing up to 10% of their mass per year. (Source: The New York Times, January 2023)
• Greenland's government has launched a new initiative to protect the country's wildlife, including polar bears, musk oxen, and narwhals. (Source: National Geographic, February 2023)

Other News

• A group of scientists has discovered a new species of whale in Greenland's waters, which is believed to be a previously unknown subspecies of beluga whale. (Source: Science Magazine, March 2023)
• Greenland's capital, Nuuk, has been named one of the most beautiful cities in the world by a leading travel magazine. (Source: Lonely Planet, February 2023)