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Arctic infrastructure was built on frozen ground – drones and digital twins can help spot the permafrost thaw coming

From the air, Wainwright, Alaska, looks like a perfectly stable band of homes and roads between the Chukchi Sea and a vast, flat tundra. But just below the surface, the frozen ground that this town was built on contains large bodies of ice. Along the eroding coastal bluffs, that hidden…

The Conversation · Sep 29

Alaska has the shortest workweek in America, but it isn’t close to No. 1 for work-life balance; these US states are the best and worst for work-life balance in 2026

Work-life balance: Remote’s 2025 Life-Work Balance Index compares all 50 states using factors such as average work hours, happiness, statutory leave and public safety. Maine ranks first with a score of 69.62, followed by Washington and Illinois, while Louisiana ranks last at 25.01. Alaska offers an interesting contrast.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Alaska woman cuts open a fresh slice of red velvet cake and finds a dangerous surprise inside: ‘It’s not hair in your cake’

The cake came with strings attached

We Got This Covered · Sep 28

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Fat bear week 2026: Chunk returns to defend his title as 16 brown bears compete for the crown

Fat bear week 2026: Fat Bear Week has returned to Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Preserve, where 16 brown bears are competing for the annual title. Previous year’s champion, Chunk, also called Bear 32, is making a return and hoping to defend his crown. The contest celebrates the bears’ talent…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

USPS ships pallets of groceries to 100-plus Alaskan villages by air; an Inspector General report says it moved 87 million pounds in one year and recovered 29 cents per dollar

In Alaska, the Bypass Mail program is crucial for supplying isolated communities that lack road access. Each year, it transports millions of pounds of essential items like groceries and household goods. Despite facing significant financial hurdles with a mere 29 percent recovery rate, this program keeps vital supplies affordable and…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Kagan's One-Line Denial Leaves Genetic Parents in Charge of Newborn's Heart Care as Surrogate's Emergency Bid Fails

Justice Kagan denied a surrogate's emergency bid in a custody fight over a newborn with a heart defect. What changes and what remains open.

Medical Daily · Sep 25

Voters in three cities will decide on ballot measures to implement ranked-choice voting in local elections on Nov. 3

Welcome to the Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Sep 25

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Mary Peltola’s campaign says reports of her using slurs and shoving staffer are exaggerated

Alaska Democratic nominee in pivotal Senate race ‘struggled to deal with her grief’ after death of husband and mother, spokesperson said

The Guardian - US · Sep 24

Appropriators push to protect Kennedy Center from demolition

The Senate could vote on legislation next week aimed at blocking demolition of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts without congressional approval. A draft bill has bipartisan backing from the top appropriators who oversee Kennedy Center funding: Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, chair of the Interior-Environment Subcommittee, and…

Roll Call · Sep 24

The Same Big Mac Costs More Depending on Where You Live — We Found the Biggest Price Gaps

A Big Mac may be the same sandwich no matter which McDonald’s you visit, but the price on the menu can be surprisingly different. McDonald’s says its restaurants set their own prices, so customers in different parts of the country can pay noticeably different amounts for the same item. Current…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Sep 24

9 Senate races that could decide the 2026 midterm elections as Republicans fight to hold their majority and Democrats target key battleground seats

The 2026 Senate race is narrowing around a handful of states where one seat could change the balance in Washington. Republicans hold 53 seats, while Democrats need four net gains for control. From Alaska's unusual ballot to Ohio's comeback fight, these contests offer the clearest look at where the Senate…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Republicans dump cash into red states as they try to hold the line against Democrats in the midterms

Republicans are entering the final stretch of the US midterms on the defensive, pouring money into traditionally red states as voter anger over living costs, fuel prices and the Iran war weighs on the party. Some GOP candidates are distancing themselves from Trump on immigration and foreign policy, while Democrats…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Voters in three cities will decide on ballot measures to implement ranked-choice voting in local elections on November 3

Voters in three local jurisdictions will decide on ballot measures that would implement ranked-choice voting systems on Nov. 3, 2026.

Ballotpedia · Sep 23

Fat Bear Week 2026 has finally arrived. Here’s what to know

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The Independent UK · Sep 22

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The Guardian - UK · Sep 22

Heart of the Beast review – Brad Pitt survivalist dogmance serves up wilderness with side of cheese

Pitt and loyal hound Odin get stuck in remote Alaska in this serviceable adventure with hints of Jack London and Marley & Me

The Economic Times · Sep 22

In 1992, a container ship lost 28,800 unsinkable plastic bath toys in the North Pacific, helping oceanographer find oceans' invisible highways from Alaska to Scotland

In 1992, a cargo ship lost 28,800 plastic bath toys in the North Pacific. Their unexpected journey across the ocean gave researchers valuable data on currents, helping them understand how floating debris moves across vast distances. Some toys reached Alaska, while others may have travelled through the Arctic toward the…

France 24 · Sep 22

How to break the negative habit of 'toxic multitasking'?

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 22: The Moscow Times talks about mobilisation rumours scaring anti-war activists in Russia. Next: The New York Times interviews South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung. Also: why is multitasking bad for the brain and the nervous system? Finally: this year's Fat Bear contest is starting…

The Independent UK · Sep 22

Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?

After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska’s heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around

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International Business Times UK · Sep 22

Alaska Man Accidentally Killed His Girlfriend While Playing With Revolver Before Committing Suicide

Fairbanks police said CloeRae McBrayer was fatally shot by her boyfriend while he handled a revolver. He later died by suicide, leaving two families grieving.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

US watches Chinese research ships near Alaska, Arctic

The US Coast Guard is closely monitoring Chinese research vessels operating near Alaska and across the Arctic, citing potential security implications. Four Chinese vessels have been observed in the US Arctic in 2026, with officials raising concerns over seabed research and the potential dual-use of scientific data.

The Times of India · Sep 21

US woman fatally shot by boyfriend 'playing' with gun days before engagement; he later shoots himself

A 21-year-old woman was fatally shot by her boyfriend in Alaska while he was handling a revolver, before he later shot himself with another firearm, The New York Post reported.

The Times of India · Sep 21

US on alert after China's 'dual-use' research vessels spotted near Alaska

The US said it is observing increased activity of Chinese research vessels around the arctic offshores of Alaska, raising mineral and security concerns.

The Times of India · Sep 20

Cyclist’s 46,000-Mile Odyssey: Alastair Humphreys rides through 60 countries; journey tests body and mind

Starting in August 2001 from Yorkshire, Alastair Humphreys embarked on an extraordinary expedition, cycling 46,000 miles across five continents and sixty countries, culminating in November 2005. His journey traversed varied terrains, including deserts, mountains, and remote landscapes. Financed primarily through his savings and limited sponsorship, this remarkable endeavor showcased not…

The Times of India · Sep 20

Six-Year Walk To Alaska: George Meegan treks 19,021 miles on foot; journey reshapes his life

George Meegan embarked on an extraordinary expedition from South America to Alaska, traversing an astonishing nineteen thousand miles from 1977 to 1983. His journey was fraught with hardships, including navigating the treacherous Darien Gap and traversing war-torn regions. Much of his adventure was self-financed through the generosity of strangers he…

The Times of India · Sep 19

In 1998, Alaska miner found a 294.1-ounce gold nugget; 23 years later, it sold for $750,000

In Alaska, a miner's incredible find of a massive gold and quartz specimen led to the unveiling of the largest gold nugget ever discovered in the state. Weighing over twenty pounds, this extraordinary piece, known as the Alaska Centennial Nugget, was held in a private collection until it hit the…

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