Alaska

Russia: Two strategic bombers flew near Alaska, did not enter US airspace

In 2007, Russian President Vladimir Putin revived the Soviet-era practice of sending strategic bombers on regular patrols beyond Russia's borders.

By REUTERS
07/02/2024

US grounds some Boeing MAX planes after Alaska cabin blowout

Social media posts of the Alaska Airlines jet showed oxygen masks deployed and a portion of the aircraft's side wall missing.

By REUTERS
07/01/2024

Polar bear dies due to bird flu for first time

It's likely the polar bear was infected after scavenging dead birds, according to local officials.

Americans discover truth: Alaska not an island, blame education

Recent TikTok video reveals widespread ignorance about Alaska as Americans mistakenly believe it is an island separate from the United States.

By WALLA!
03/12/2023

Alaska Triangle: Where over 20,000 people have mysteriously vanished

While less known than the Bermuda Triangle, the Alaska Triangle holds the record for the most mysterious disappearances. What secrets could it be hiding?

By WALLA!
20/11/2023

World's most isolated vacation cabin: NIS 112,000 per night

Welcome to the Sheldon Chalet, perhaps the most isolated vacation spot on earth.

By WALLA!
30/10/2023

Baby walrus receives 'cuddle therapy' from lucky wildlife experts

The one-month-old calf was found four miles from the sea without his mother.

Man who vandalized Alaska Jewish Museum with swastikas sentenced to 18 months in prison

When authorities searched Foster's home in late 2021, they found various neo-Nazi material and evidence that he had committed the vandalism.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
28/07/2023

US fighter jets intercept Russian planes near Alaska

The US aircraft involved in the incident included F-16 and F-22 fighter jets, KC-135 stratotankers and E-3 AWACS, according to the statement.

By REUTERS
15/05/2023

Search for ancient bears leads to important human discovery in Alaska - study

The remains are only the second to be found in Southeast Alaska, and genetic tests proved the person's tribal relation.

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