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Researchers sound alarm over disturbing phenomena occurring in Alaska: 'There definitely seems to be an increase'
"There definitely seems to be an increase in the propensity for that to happen." Researchers sound alarm over disturbing phenomena occurring in Alaska: 'There definitely seems to be an increase' first appeared on The Cool Down.
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In 1961, a Wien Airlines pilot could see a mushroom cloud in Russia from Alaska
Although some of the details of the incident are sketchy, the U.S. government believed the account of pilot Tony Schultz.
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Students and faculty rebuke University of Alaska regents' decision to strike DEI language, review programs
The Board of Regents chair said the decision was based on protecting federal funding and university jobs and programs.
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Southcentral Alaska volcano still rumbling but eruption uncertain
Starting in the spring of 2024, the researchers noticed an increase in small earthquakes at the volcano, which sits on the west side of Cook Inlet about 75 miles from Anchorage. Spurr was also growing outward, and a lake had formed in its summit crater.
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Alaska lawmakers advance resolution defending Canada and opposing trade restrictions
Amid pending tariffs, verbal attacks and insults lobbed against Canada by President Donald Trump and his team, several Alaska lawmakers want to present a contrary message.

Alaska, sled dog racing

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Alaska sled dog race raises allegations of animal abuse
World’s most famous sled dog race kicks off in Alaska
Downtown Anchorage, Alaska, was turned into a giant dog lot on Saturday as the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race held its 53rd annual ceremonial start in Alaska’s largest city.
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The world's most famous sled dog race is longer than ever. Here's a look at Iditarod, by the numbers
The world’s most famous sled dog race is longer this year than ever before. Thanks to a lack of snow , this year's edition of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race needed a new route across the Alaska wilderness.
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Under Trump, ICE nets at least a half dozen immigrants in Alaska, so far
27-year-old Roble Ahmed Salad is one of about a half dozen people Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials have detained in Alaska so far this year, according to reporting by the Anchorage Daily News. Daily News reporter Michelle Theriault Boots says Salad's journey to Alaska began in 2022 when he crossed the U.S. border with Mexico.
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This 11-day Train Ride Is the Ultimate Way to Explore Alaska—With Glass-dome Rail Cars, Stunning Scenery, and Visits to 2 Epic National Parks
Railbooker's Grand Alaska Adventure with Alaska Railroad Southbound 11-day train journey is one of the best ways to see the state, offering visits to national parks and small towns.
Alaska senators unveil oil tax increases as part of revenue measures to address growing deficit
Measures to raise new state revenue were introduced in the Alaska Senate on Wednesday, including one that would substantially increase taxes on oil companies. Legislators are facing a widening deficit this year and a worsening fiscal outlook due to declining oil revenue.
Alaska flight attendants approve tentative contract
The move concludes more than two years of negotiations and sets the stage for more bargaining with Alaska and Hawaiian flight attendants later this year.
Alaska senators unveil oil tax hikes as part of revenue measures to address growing deficit
Measures to raise new state revenue were introduced in the Alaska Senate on Wednesday, including one that would substantially increase taxes on oil companies. Legislators are facing a widening deficit this year and a worsening fiscal outlook due to declining oil revenue.