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Plane crash near Nabesna kills 2
The Piper PA-18 Super Cub crashed after taking off from a dirt runway near Nabesna, according to...
Scientists have found 9 new sea sponge species in Alaska
Two studies published this summer describe the new species, which were found in the Gulf of Alaska...
After 5 years, a bridge to reconnect the Denali Park road is finally open
A creeping landslide, driven by permafrost thaw, has limited visitor’s access to the park since 2021.
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Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war
Russia’s parliamentary election for the first time is being held in Ukraine’s regions...
As Europe warms, Italy sees West Nile virus spread
Italian health authorities see evidence that rising temperatures and longer warm seasons are...
US and Denmark reach deal to build US military presence in Greenland
President Donald Trump says he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the U.S. military presence in...
Alaska’s salmon-feasting bears face off in biggest Fat Bear Week ever
This year’s single-elimination tournament will see 16 competitors face off, compared to 12...
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