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How to turn ocean waves into renewable energy

The power of the ocean could soon be used to power homes in the U.S. as scientists prepare to test an untapped form of renewable energy.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Bears at an Army base in Alaska broke into Humvees and ate dozens of MRE meals

Bears struck at least twice on an Alaska Army base, climbing inside military vehicles and eating dozens of pre-packaged meals.

Boeing lays off over 400 union affiliated employees as 10% workforce cut begins

Boeing has begun drastic workforce cuts by issuing over 400 union affiliated workers employment termination notices.

Don’t Miss This Black Friday Cruise Deal to Score 75% Off a Second Guest

A fan-favorite cruise line is making vacation dreams come true—and every other Black Friday deal in the travel industry look like a joke.

NOAA Snapshot Charts Alaska Seafood Industry Losses, Points to Reasons

Higher operating costs and changing consumer habits are among factors blamed for a $1.8 billion loss between 2022 and 2023.

OPINION: Protect small businesses — vote no on Ballot Measure 1

If passed, Measure 1 will impact small businesses, firms with fewer than 20 employees, more than any sector in our state.

Bering Sea snow crab fishing to resume, but at an ultra-low level to encourage repopulation

Biologists have not seen a rebound in the stock, but there appears to be no more decline, Stichert said. Bering Sea red king crab, after past years of volatility, appear to have stabilized at levels that are lower than in the past but that can still support some harvesting, Stichert said.

Alaska Airlines Proposal for San Diego-D.C. Route to Reagan National Taking Flight

The Transportation Department has tentatively awarded room for new daily long-haul flights at Reagan National Airport – including one from San Diego.

Alaska Airlines Announces Enhanced Mileage Plan For Faster Elite Status

The oneworld Alliance carrier is adding new perks along the path to elite status, including bonus miles, lounge passes, and upgrade certificates.

Pacific Seafood to acquire Trident Kodiak plant

Trident Seafoods and Pacific Seafood jointly announced that they have agreed in principle for Pacific to acquire Trident’s Kodiak processing operations. The companies are currently completing the due diligence process and expect to finalize the transaction in November.

The 2-Mile Hiking Trail in Alaska That Is a Fall Foliage Wonderland

If you’re on the hunt for a perfect fall hike in Alaska, let me introduce you to the Chena River Nature Trail in Chena River State Recreation Area. This hidden gem near Fairbanks is a 2-mile trail that transforms into an autumn wonderland every fall.

Alaska Energy Metals explores hydrogen resource potential at Angliers project in Quebec

Recent soil gas sample data released by adjacent claim owner Quebec Innovative Materials Corporation illustrates the potential for hydrogen accumulations.

California man sentenced to life in prison for fatal fentanyl overdose in Fairbanks

Junior Gafatasi Tulali was convicted in April of mailing pills to Alaska, drugs that prosecutors say led to the death of a 22-year-old Fairbanks man in 2020.

2025 Alaska Mileage Plan Changes: Easier Path to Elite Status, New Milestone Perks

In 2025, Alaska Air is making it easier for Mileage Plan members to qualify for elite status, among other new loyalty perks.

Rock climbing legend Alex Honnold talks his Devil’s Climb, Google Maps, and biking with wild horses

After nearly eight weeks of headwinds, rain, and hills, the friends finally arrived in Alaska, ready for the Devil’s Climb. Unlike Honnold’s Free Solo feat, however, he wasn’t about to ascend 1.75 miles into the sky without at least some gear.

John Carlin’s Outdoors | Glacier Hiking in Alaska

The goal was to hike a little over two miles on the Matanuska Glacier about 100 miles northeast of Anchorage. The glacier is 27 miles long and very much still active and flowing – healthy - as glaciers go.

Boeing Is Preparing for War With Its Own Workers

Boeing is prepared to raise $25 billion via a stock and debt offering and has entered into a $10 billion credit agreement amid strike action.

Disparities Observed in Mortality During COVID-19 Pandemic

During the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) period, excess mortality occurred in all racial and ethnic groups

Fairbanks Community Band encourages blood donations ahead of Halloween concert

If you donate blood this week, you’ll have a chance to win a prize at the Fairbanks Community Band’s Halloween Concert on Sunday.

2024 Alaska Symphony of Seafood call for entries

Attend Symphony of Seafood Awards Ceremony in Seattle, Nov 19, 2024. Oct. 25 is the product entry deadline. The award categories include: Best New Retail Product, Best New Foodservice Product, Beyond the Plate, People’s Choice, and Seafood Innovation.

GAO: Agency HR offices need better communication with officials in remote posts

Federal officials in Alaska, Hawaii and the United States’ various offshore territories said they struggle to combat high attrition at federal jobs in the non-contiguous U.S., despite some agencies’ efforts.

Five things to know as Notre Dame hockey prepares for home opener

Here are five things to know ahead of Notre Dame's home opener: Head coach Jeff Jackson announced back in late June that the 2024-25 season would be his final season behind the Fighting Irish bench — Notre Dame designated associate head coach Brock Sheehan to be his successor.

Jellie gets in another jam, this time in Alaska

Embattled former Teton County Fire Chief Stephen Jellie resigned from his role as city manager last week in Palmer, Alaska, amid calls for his termination. He lasted just 53 days.

NFL coverage map Week 7: NFL TV map broadcast info for Sunday’s games, best games to watch

What NFL games are on TV today? Dive into the Week 7 NFL coverage map, providing you the regional NFL TV map for Week 7, 2024.

Alaska Public Media Expands Radio Shows with New Hosts

Alaska Public Media has added new hosts to three of its weekly local radio programs, including Alaska's former Chief Medical Officer.

On Alaska U.S. House candidate’s disclosure form, successful investments and a conspiratorial publisher

Republican Nick Begich III is a passive investor and officer in his father’s company, Earthpulse Press, and holds 17% of the company.

Alaska seeks to dismiss lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a trans-Alaska gas pipeline

An Anchorage Superior Court judge heard preliminary arguments Tuesday in a lawsuit seeking to block construction of a proposed trans-Alaska natural gas pipeline on environmental grounds. Eight plaintiffs,

As the US population ages, these states have the most older residents

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine Census Bureau data related to the aging population and the number of centenarians in the U.S.

Central Kenai Peninsula faces shortage of childcare options

Another little girl greets those passing by, practicing her “hellos.” These children’s parents are some of the lucky ones on the central Kenai Peninsula – they were able to secure childcare. Options in the region are sparse.

Pandas arrive at National Zoo, but won't be ready for public debut until January

The three-year old giant pandas, named Bao Li and Qing Bao, were flown from China to Dulles International Airport in suburban Virginia, with a refueling stop in Alaska. They were loaded into special FedEx trucks and arrived at the zoo just before noon.

Man killed when equipment falls on him at work

The family of an Alaska man said he was killed Wednesday when a piece of equipment fell on him while he was working.

Without direct ferry to northern British Columbia, Alaskans’ trip is pricy and time-consuming

To follow-up on my recent commentary that Ketchikan and southern Southeast Alaska should have a ferry to the mainland via Hyder, Alaska, I am reporting on our recent ferry trip without the benefit of having a ferry port in either Prince Rupert,

Peltola takes credit for Willow approval in tight Alaska race

Peltola burnished her bipartisan bona fides during the debate, including by taking credit for President Joe Biden’s 2023 approval of an oil drilling project on federal lands known as Willow, a politically costly flip-flop for Biden, who famously pledged there would be no new drilling on federal lands in his 2020 campaign.

Three New Radio Hosts on the Air at Alaska Public Media

Dr. Anne Zink, Amy Bushatz, and Kim Sherry become hosts for Line One: Your Health Connection, Outdoor Explorer, and Hometown, Alaska.

Alaska fisheries economy nosedived in 2023, NOAA says

The "snapshot" report paints a grim picture of the state's fisheries economy, which saw both higher expenses and environmental stressors.