What life looks like on the most remote inhabited island (apps.npr.org)

by brightbeige 24 comments 98 points
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[−] WarOnPrivacy 41d ago
This wiki has a map showing where Tristan da Cunha is, in relation to Saint Helena and Ascension islands.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Helena,_Ascension_and_Tr...

[−] aquir 41d ago
You can be the “most remote” worker in there if there’s Starlink on the island…
[−] patch_collector 41d ago
It turns out that they do have Starlink, as of 2024. Notable impacts have been improved telemedicine, remote learning opportunities for the school, and reduced attendance at the pub because people are watching Netflix.

https://www.tristandc.com/government/news-2024-09-22-starlin... https://www.youngpioneertours.com/fast-internet-changing-tri...

[−] SquirrelOnFire 41d ago
"Hey, the whole team is getting together for an all hands next week and I'd like you to join..."
[−] throw0101c 41d ago
Point Nemo (and related points) is also interesting:

> […] The oceanic pole of inaccessibility, also known as Point Nemo, is located at roughly 48°52.6′S 123°23.6′W[21] and is the place in the ocean that is farthest from land. It represents the solution to the "longest swim" problem.[22] […]

* https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pole_of_inaccessibility

[−] pcrh 41d ago
Thanks!

An interesting article. It mentions that "breeding dogs are no longer allowed on the island". I presume this is to avoid a feral population of dogs becoming established. However, I'm unaware that dogs pose particular threats to native wildlife, unlike cats.

[−] pseudohadamard 41d ago
Gaah! Whose bright idea was it to take an article and turn it into a scrolling video game? An interesting writeup, but what an insanely annoying way to present it.
[−] BrenBarn 41d ago
I've been fascinated by this island for years.
[−] Sharlin 41d ago
Now that St. Helena has an airport and all, it’s good to know that even more remote alternatives exist.
[−] sgt 41d ago
Honestly looks a lot more interesting and alive than St Helena