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Antarctic ice bridge shatters

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Scientists from the British Antarctic Survey say an ice bridge holding a vast Antarctic ice shelf in place has shattered.

Its collapse is thought to be the latest sign of global warming's impact on the planet.

Asha Tanna reports.

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