Alaska News Nightly: Friday, April 25, 2025
Scientists say the Trump administration’s planned cuts would devastate climate research in Alaska. Plus, despite a strained relationship with the U.S., Canada’s Yukon affirms its ties to Alaska.
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LatestTrump administration planning Alaska summit to discuss LNG pipeline, reports say
The Trump administration is planning an Alaska summit with leaders from Japan and South Korea in early June to discuss the Alaska LNG project, the New York Times and Reuters reported.
How tariff policies are affecting Alaskan business | Alaska Insight
We hear about how Alaska businesses are coping with broad and uncertain tariffs.
‘Darth Grader,’ ‘Luke Sidewalker,’ and more to join Anchorage snowplow Force
The names will help residents and the municipality track plows around the city.
NPR
LatestVirginia Giuffre, who accused Prince Andrew in Epstein sex trafficking scandal, has died
The American-born Giuffre, who lived in Australia for years, became an advocate for sex trafficking survivors after emerging as a central figure in financier Jeffrey Epstein’s prolonged downfall.
Justice Department revokes Biden-era protections for reporters in leak investigations
In a new memo, Attorney General Pam Bondi said the DOJ will allow for subpoenas, court orders and search warrants to get information and testimony from journalists.
Government says – for now – it will restore international students’ status
International students had filed dozens of lawsuits after the government removed them from a database crucial for maintaining their legal status.
New senior staff announced as White House looks to ‘right the ship’ at the Pentagon
The defense department has announced new senior level positions after recent firings and resignations. But with Pentagon head Pete Hegseth under fire for missteps, the way ahead is still unclear.
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