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2 tugboat crew members killed in 'confined space incident' on barge, Coast Guard says

Two crew members of a tugboat were killed and two others were injured in what the Coast Guard described as a “confined space incident” aboard a barge last weekend in southeast Alaska

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First lease sale in Alaska petroleum reserve in years draws strong interest despite pending lawsuits

The first oil and gas lease sale held in years in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska has been touted by officials as the strongest to date

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Delta flight en route to Taiwan diverted to Alaska after man made racial slurs to flight attendants, feds say

Altercation meant aircraft cabin was locked and pilots made emergency landing in Anchorage

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Ex-reality star Jessie Holmes seals repeat victory in 1,000-mile Alaska sled dog race

Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes defended his Iditarod sled dog race title on Tuesday

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Winters are warming – and deadly falls through the ice are becoming more common

Thousands have perished on ice in recent decades as conditions become thinner and less reliable for those who depend on lakes, rivers, and coastal waters

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Alaskan Malamute: A Powerful Breed Built for Frozen Landscape

History of the Alaskan Malamute

The Alaskan Malamute explores a frozen mountain landscape, perfectly adapted to life in icy environments.

The Alaskan Malamute is one of the oldest Arctic sled dogs, developed by the Mahlemut people of Alaska thousands of years ago. Bred for hauling heavy loads across frozen landscapes,…

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Alaska Residents Face Thousands In Medical Costs — Here’s How Some Cut Bills

A medical bill reaching tens of thousands lands like a loud, deafening crash in the middle of a calm day. Numbers that large demand attention, and in Alaska, those numbers show up more often than many people expect. Healthcare in the Last Frontier carries some of the highest costs in…

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Alaska’s Eye-Popping Healthcare Costs — Planning for Higher Medical Expenses

Alaska has a way of surprising even the most prepared wallets, and its healthcare costs are no exception. From Anchorage to the Aleutians, medical bills hit differently, packing a punch that can leave people blinking at receipts and reconsidering their vacation plans. For many residents, hospital stays, routine checkups, and…

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20 Weird Animal Laws That Might Have Gone A Little Too Far

Uncover 20 weird animal laws from around the world! From cat curfews to strange laws, explore the unusual and strangest pet laws. Are these quirky animal regulations enforced?

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Arkansas, Mississippi, North Dakota are The Best US States for a $100 Grocery Budget, Hawaii and Alaska are the Worst

US living costs are rising, but the purchasing power of a $100 budget is not equal for all states, with Arkansas and Mississippi emerging as more affordable.

International Business Times UK

After training in deep snow and bitter cold, ex-reality show star seeks to win the Iditarod again

The winner of last year's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Alaska says he's feeling intense pressure to repeat as champion

The Independent UK

Alaska’s glacial lakes are expanding, increasing the risk of destructive outburst floods

Every summer, people living near the Mendenhall River in Juneau, Alaska, keep a close eye on the water level. When the river level begins to rise rapidly, it’s a sign that Suicide Basin, a small glacier-dammed lake 5 miles up the mountains, has broken through the glacier again and a…

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‘Shared nude pics of minor victims online’: FBI brings Bangladeshi man from Malaysia to US over sextortion charges

A 28-year-old Bangladeshi man accused of deceiving teenage girls into sending sexually explicit images and then blackmailing them for more has been transported to Alaska to face federal charges of child sexual exploitation, the Associated Press reported.

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5 Great Places To Retire on a $3,500 Budget in the 5 Most Expensive States

Hawaii, Massachusetts, California, New York and Alaska are the priciest retirement states. Here's where to retire on $3,500 monthly in each.

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What to know: Downtown Anchorage braces for a canine takeover as the Iditarod’s 54th run begins

The Iditarod returns to Anchorage as hundreds of dogs and their mushers line up for the race’s ceremonial start

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Man accused of tricking hundreds of teens into sending him sexual images on social media is brought to US

Police said Zobaidul Amin viewed himself as untouchable by law enforcement

The Times of India

Who is Zobaidul Amin? Bangladeshi national arrested in US over global child exploitation charges; could face life in prison

A Bangladeshi man accused of running a large online child exploitation operation is set to appear in a US court after being transferred from Malaysia to Alaska, where federal prosecutors say he targeted hundreds of minors around the world.

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14,000-year-old ivory tools found in Alaska hint at how Clovis ancestors first arrived in the New World

Ancient artifacts unearthed in Alaska revealed migrants from Asia might have come to the Americas via an inland route, and not a coastal path.

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Guests can learn how to spot whales on MSC Cruises’ debut Alaska sailings

A whale spotting expert will be available onboard during MSC Cruises’ debut Alaska season

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‘Compulsive child exploitation offender’: MAGA chief of staff arrested for trafficking, abusing kids

Truly repugnant stuff, but what else should we expect from MAGA?

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Adventure vacation activities in America to test your fitness (and bravery)

These adventures take place in some of America’s most remarkable environments, so they’ll boost your physique and come with jaw-dropping views as standard

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NORAD intercepts 5 Russian aircraft near Alaska, though military says there was no threat

NORAD intercepted five Russian military aircraft near Alaska’s western coast, but officials say the flights were not provocative

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US fighter jets scrambled to intercept at least five Russian warplanes over Alaska

Two bombers, two fighter jets and a spy plane observed over coastal Air Defense Identification Zone, prompting U.S. to send out nine aircraft of its own to escort them clear

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Alaska to replace Black Veterans Memorial Bridge, saving part as tribute to Alaska Highway builders

A historic bridge in Alaska named for segregated Black soldiers who battled extreme weather and terrain to help build the first road link between Alaska and Canada needs to replaced

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Lawsuits challenge renewed push for oil drilling in Alaska petroleum reserve and upcoming lease sale

Conservation organizations and an Iñupiat group have filed legal challenges to the Trump administration’s renewed push for oil and gas development in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska and an upcoming lease sale

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