Packed Ice blocks are similar to regular Ice blocks, with a few key differences. Packed Ice never melts, even in the Nether, and it’s slipperier than normal Ice, but not as slippery as Blue Ice.

If you’re looking for a nontoxic option, a DIY corn syrup ice pack is a great alternative. The corn syrup will keep the pack ...

The ideal ice-to-contents ratio is 2:1, so don't expect a cooler full of food with just a sprinkle of ice on top to stay cool for very long. Pack as much ice as you can.

New research reveals Antarctic sea ice has hit record lows three times since 2017, creating cascading effects on global climate.

But if that doesn’t deter you, this was a surprisingly effective ice pack for coolers, staying under freezing temps for five hours. It’s also very affordable, costing only about $10 per ice pack. For ...

The pack ice in northern Spitsbergen — the largest island in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard — is home to curious polar bears and unearthly landscapes, best accessed by an intrepid cruise.