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Arctic sea ice loss and fierce storms leave Kivalina’s volunteer search and rescue fighting to protect their island from climate disasters

As winds and waves from Typhoon Merbok devastated communities along the coast of Western Alaska in 2022, Reppi Swan Sr.’s phone began to ring at Kivalina, a barrier island 80 miles above the Arctic Circle.

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Ethereal whirlpool of light grows into a giant, perfect spiral above Alaska. What was it?

A mystifying swirl of light recently appeared in the night sky above Alaska, briefly outshining a vibrant auroral display.

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'People are suffering': Food stamp woes worsen Alaska hunger

Thousands of Alaskans who depend on government assistance have waited months for food stamp benefits, exacerbating a hunger crisis laid bare by the pandemic, inflation and the remnants of a typhoon

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Parents behind 'Bree's Law' blocked by Dunleavy administration from adapting Alaska's teen dating violence classes for nationwide use

JUNEAU, Alaska — An effort by the parents behind "Bree's Law" to adapt the state of Alaska's teen dating violence curriculum for nationwide use has hit a roadblock after the administration of Gov. Mike Dunleavy this month declined to grant a copyright release.

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Ethereal whirlpool of light grows into a giant, perfect spiral above Alaska. What was it?

A mystifying swirl of light recently appeared in the night sky above Alaska, briefly outshining a vibrant auroral display.

LiveScience

Mysterious blue spirals in Alaskan night sky not northern lights, expert says

Northern light enthusiasts got a surprise mixed in with the green bands of light dancing in the Alaska skies: A light baby blue spiral resembling a galaxy appeared amid the aurora for a few minutes.

Evening Standard

Odd spiral appears amid northern lights in Alaska night sky

Northern light enthusiasts got a surprise mixed in with the green bands of light dancing in the Alaska skies: A light baby blue spiral resembling a galaxy appeared amid the aurora for a few minutes

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Missing dog returns home with 'polar bear' bite after 150 mile journey across sea ice

Nanuq the Australian shepherd from Alaska was missing for a month before he was spotted around 150 miles away on social media with people wondering who the pup belonged to

Daily Mirror

Biden approves Alaska gas exports as critics condemn another ‘carbon bomb’

Energy department gives green light to exports from liquefied natural gas (LNG) program, after Willow project approved last month

The Guardian - US

A lost dog treks 150 miles across Alaskan sea ice before he's reunited with his family

Nanuq, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, went missing last month while his family was visiting relatives. Except for a swollen leg, with bite marks from a seal or polar bear, Nanuq was in good health.

WEKU

Find Out Which Oil Company is Betting Big in Alaska

This major oil company is planning a major new drilling in project in Alaska that could boost its production significantly.

Barchart

Jodie Foster battles the Alaskan long night in first trailer for True Detective season 4

True Detective: Night Country will air later this year

Total Film

Alaskan pet survives incredible journey on Bering Sea ice

Lost dog Nanuq survived 150mile trek across Bering Sea ice and bite by ‘polar bear or seal’

Evening Standard

In Kyiv visit, Sen. Murkowski calls for bipartisan backing of Ukraine

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, traveling to Kyiv, Ukraine, with other senators to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, called for united support of the Ukrainian war effort.

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Pet arrives home, dog-tired, after Alaskan sea-ice odyssey

A 1-year-old Australian shepherd took an epic trek across 150 miles of frozen Bering Sea ice before being safely returned to his home in Alaska

Zenger

US Wildfire Forecast – 2023

Wildfires can uproot lives and destroy entire forests, and in recent years iconic landmarks have been at risk from flames.

The Independent UK

Alaska illustrator faces charge for anti-trans threats

An Alaska children’s book illustrator faces a charge of terroristic threatening after authorities say he left transphobic notes in public places around the capital city

The Independent UK

Family of Czech billionaire sues over Alaska crash death

The family of a Czech billionaire who died in a heli-skiing crash in Alaska in 2021 says in a lawsuit that he survived the accident but succumbed to his injuries in the hours between the crash and when a rescue was launched

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In the wake of shootings, Alaska Rep. Peltola finds herself in a 'tough position' on guns

WASHINGTON — When Alaska U.S. Rep. Mary Peltola joined an Alaska Public Media call-in radio show this week, a self-proclaimed Peltola supporter and longtime hunter called in.

Tribune News Service

Kayaking among whales and bears in Alaska’s Glacier Bay National Park

GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK, Alaska – A giant, hollow breath, deep as a crevasse, breaks the predawn quiet.

Tribune News Service

It's easy to see wildlife when visiting Alaska's Glacier Bay

GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK, Alaska — Visiting zoos and aquariums can make that connection to wild animals, but immersing oneself in their natural habitats in the vast and pristine wilderness is even better.

Daily Mirror

Hilarious moment 'hungry' moose walks into hospital lobby and munches on potted plants

Patients, staff, and security officers at the Providence Health Park in Anchorage, Alaska, watched in amazement as the moose walked in through the front door after sighting potted plants through the glass panels

The Independent UK

Moose feasts on lobby plants in Alaska hospital building

So this moose walks into an medical building

Tribune News Service

How do you get a moose out of an Alaska medical facility? Very carefully

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A young and hungry moose caused a stir when it strolled through the front doors of a Providence Alaska medical facility Thursday afternoon in Anchorage — apparently without an appointment.

The Independent UK

660-mile rescue flight highlights Alaska's unique challenges

The Alaska Air National Guard this week traveled nearly 660 miles to rescue a pregnant woman on a small island 2 miles from Russia

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