The phrase "magnetic poles" refers to the areas in a magnet where the magnetic force is the strongest. Every magnet has a north pole and a south pole, and they attract or repel other magnets based on their orientations. Full definition
The light and dark colors represent the north and south magnetic poles of the islands. (sciencedaily.com)
Since north poles are attracted to south poles, the «north» arrow on your compass actually points toward the earth's south magnetic pole, which is the one up north. (discovermagazine.com)
The conclusion is that wandering magnetic poles control global climate change. (wattsupwiththat.com)