Anniversary of Original ‘Race to reach the South Pole’

We are looking for the name of the American research station at the South Pole that is gearing up for the 100th anniversary of the original “race to reach the South Pole.”

Search for a Norwegian hero

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Two Norwegian vessels are searching for the remains of a seaplane that crashed more than 80 years ago on its way back from the North Pole. It belonged to legendary Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen. Anchor Jeb Sharp speaks with Rob McCallum, the leader of the expedition, to find out where they are looking…and why now.