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'It's Got To Stop': Two Women Suffer Brain Injuries After Riding Six Flags X2 Days Apart

Two women suffered severe brain injuries after riding Six Flags' X2 roller coaster, prompting a state safety inspection and the ride's closure. The investigation follows previous incidents and lawsuits.

International Business Times UK · Aug 27

Stolen shoes, sabotaged cars and licked faces: How marmots are causing havoc for hikers in America’s West

One California hiker woke from a nap in Sequoia National Park to find a marmot licking his ear in one of many unwelcome encounters

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Can the Philly Classic ignite another golden age of US road cycling?

The race was at its peak when American riders were regularly challenging for titles. Its return could help prompt a revival

The Guardian - US · Aug 27

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Passenger on Scotland to Chicago flight recounts how weather turned flight into 20-hour ordeal: ‘Bathrooms filled up’

The flight from Edinburgh is typically about 8 hours long — but turned into a much longer travel nightmare for some

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Oregon town is so broke that it shut down all of its parks to save a buck

The city of Independence said it will enforce the closures and is not liable for anyone who enters the parks

The Independent UK · Aug 26

The US fall foliage forecast is out. Here’s where to see the most vibrant colors this year

Climate change-driven drought and heat is turning leaves brown earlier than usual in some areas

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Work began in 1928 on New York City’s first municipal airport; today, Floyd Bennett Field spans more than 1,300 acres of grassland and marsh

Established in 1931, Floyd Bennett Field was New York City's municipal airport before evolving into a vital naval aviation site for decades. After its deactivation by the U.S. Navy in 1971, the area transformed into part of Gateway National Recreation Area. Presently, the former airfield has become a haven for…

The Times of India · Aug 26

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"You're going to see an oversized bat eat the head off of a human." Take a look inside Universal Studios' Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness haunted house

Be afraid, be very afraid

Metal Hammer · Aug 26

A Kentucky county closed a 225-acre golf course after it averaged only 9,000 to 10,000 rounds a year; the site is now becoming one of the county’s largest new public parks, with 70% preserved as greenspace

A Kentucky county closed its 225-acre Fox Run Golf Course after it averaged just 9,000 to 10,000 rounds annually. Now, the former golf property is being transformed into a major public park featuring trails, climbing areas, biking facilities, water features and family spaces. Around 70% of the site will remain…

The Times of India · Aug 25

Tourist dies after car gets stuck in mud at Death Valley National Park

His travel companion called for help after reaching National Park Service rangers but it was too late

The Independent UK · Aug 25

In 1959, Vermont bought Snake Mountain land but the seller kept timber rights; 67 years later the state plans to secure 949 acres of those rights and add 256 acres

A conservation story that began nearly seven decades ago is entering a new chapter in Vermont. What was once a complicated split between land ownership and timber rights at Snake Mountain is now set to be reunited, potentially giving wildlife, forests and outdoor enthusiasts greater protection for generations to come.…

The Times of India · Aug 25

French tourist dies in California’s Death Valley after being stranded in heat

Man, 68, was left searching for help in 116F weather after his car became stuck in mud along remote park road

The Guardian - US · Aug 24

Stores are selling Halloween stuff in August. Time has lost all meaning

Capitalism and the climate crisis are conspiring to destroy the concept of seasons. I’ll take solace in my pumpkin spice

The Guardian - US · Aug 23

In the early 1960s, developers sold 5,850 lots for a private resort on Assateague Island; one five-day storm wiped out nearly every house and helped turn it into a national seashore

Assateague Island was once planned as a major resort community with thousands of homes, roads and commercial areas. Two powerful storms changed that future. A 1933 hurricane split the island, while the 1962 Ash Wednesday storm destroyed roads and structures. The island was later protected as a National Seashore in…

The Times of India · Aug 22

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The Times of India · Aug 22

In 1927, John D Rockefeller Jr secretly used a shell company to buy over 35,000 Wyoming acres for $1.4 million; NPS says acquiring the same amount of Jackson Hole land today would cost over $1 billion

In 1927, John D. Rockefeller Jr. quietly began buying large areas of land in Wyoming’s Jackson Hole through the Snake River Land Company. The company concealed Rockefeller’s involvement and eventually acquired more than 35,000 acres for $1.4 million. The land was later donated to the US government and became part…

The Times of India · Aug 21

In 1908, a Boston woman donated 140 acres around Maine's Beehive and Bowl to stop future development; six years later 5,000 acres had been protected for what became Acadia

Eliza Homans made a remarkable contribution of 140 acres to establish Acadia National Park, incorporating breathtaking locations like the Bowl and the Beehive. This generous act marked the first significant donation to the Hancock County Trustees of Public Reservation, laying the groundwork for the park's creation. In recognition of her…

The Guardian - US · Aug 20

Destructive and delicious: how an invasive deer in Hawaii is being turned into dinner

The overpopulation of axis deer has taken an environmental toll, but Maui Nui Venison sees it as a resource instead of a pest

The Texas Tribune · Aug 19

Texas Parks and Wildlife commissioners inundated with border wall concerns during annual meeting

After bulldozers entered Big Bend National Park, hundreds of Texans came to Wednesday’s meeting to ask the agency to keep federal border barriers out of state parks.

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Latin Times · Aug 19

The Best Things to Do in Miami

Looking for the best things to do in Miami? Explore boat rentals, South Beach, Wynwood Walls, Little Havana, the Everglades, and more.

The Guardian - US · Aug 19

Alaska athlete uses bear spray to fend off animal attack: ‘Nightmare come to life’

Klaire Rhodes was attacked by a brown bear in state park but spray helped her escape with ‘relatively minor injuries’

Cinemablend · Aug 18

See The Evidence Universal Orlando Wasted Zero Time Moving On From Its Now-Defunct Fast Ride

"You make choices and you don't look back."

The Times of India · Aug 17

In 1917, a South Dakota schoolteacher became America's first woman park ranger after being hired to guide visitors through a cave

In 1920, Isabel Bassett Wasson blazed a trail as one of the first female park rangers, earning the admiration of officials with her exceptional skills in communication and knowledge. Alongside her, Mary J. Sullivan and Marguerite Lindsley took on significant roles, reshaping the ranger's responsibilities and leaving a lasting impact…

Cycling News · Aug 17

'The Leadville nobody knew' – Revised course eliminates final 'gut punch' of Powerline climb but Columbine and elevation keep you humble

Lauren De Crescenzo appraises how Leadville Trail 100 MTB pre-race uncertainties concluded with incredibly fast speeds, less feed zone chaos and a course worthy of banned drop bars

The Times of India · Aug 16

In 1953, Emma Gatewood tried hiking the Appalachian Trail, got lost and was rescued; two years later, at 67, she walked all 2,190 miles alone and made history

Emma Gatewood etched her name in history in 1955 as the first woman to conquer the Appalachian Trail solo at the remarkable age of 67. With minimal equipment, she bravely journeyed over 2,190 miles, transforming the narrative around long-distance hiking for women. Her perseverance and spirit culminated in two additional…

The Independent UK · Aug 16

Fate of iconic stadium in Miami to be decided years after Jimmy Buffett’s appeal

The historic gem was the backdrop of an Elvis Presley film and a beloved venue of Gloria Estefan and the late Jimmy Buffett

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