Study Finds Thwaites Glacier Melting Faster, Doubling Sea Level Rise Estimates by 2100
New research by scientists from the University of California, Irvine, and NASA reveals that the Thwaites Glacier, known as the 'Doomsday Glacier,' is melting faster than previously estimated. Incorporating a broader 'grounding zone' into ice sheet models, the study predicts the glacier could raise global sea levels by about 3 cm (1.2 inches) by 2100, doubling earlier projections. The glacier's potential detachment from an underwater ridge could accelerate retreat, increasing risks of coastal flooding in coming decades.
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We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is negative (36/100). Lens Score 47/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (28–45/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 17 Oct, 01:12 am. Other outlets followed.
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