Large Ominous Worm-Like Cloud Seen Over Alaskan Mountains; Is It a Russian Weapon or Extraterrestrial Activity? [Fact Check]

Medicine & Technology Apr 09, 2022

On April 7th a large worm-like cloud was seen in the skies near the Lazy Mountains, Alaska. Immediately it sparked theories and conspiracy. Read on to find out how the Alaska State Troopers cleared the air regarding the eerie cloud.

Sea Otters in Alaska Found with Distinct Eating Behaviors, Wide Variety of Diet

Mar 21, 2022

Sea otters are known as heavy eaters of the seas. See more to learn why southern Alaska perceives their eating habits as a threat to the region.

Fisherman From Alaska Suspects Magistrate Squid Preys on Fish Due to Declining Population of King Salmon

Feb 18, 2022

Fishermen in Lynn Canal, Alaska are thinking of adding squid fishing in their ventures as the population of king salmon has declined following the increase in magistrate squid in the area.

Unprecedented Series of Winter Storms Reported in Alaska in A Phenomenon Dubbed "Icemageddon"

Jan 05, 2022

Extreme weather in Alaska has brought record high temperatures in December and now, the country is experiencing an "icemageddon" due to unprecedented winter storms.

Astra Identified the Cause of LV0006 Rocket Failure; Will Relaunch Before October Ends

Oct 12, 2021

Astra Space will attempt to relaunch LV0006 after identifying the issue that led to the liftoff anomaly back in August.

‘Fata Morgana’: The Mirage Type Spotted in Glacier Bay National Park Can Trick Your Brain by Making You See Actual Objects, Float, Distorted

Aug 04, 2021

The Fata Morgana phenomenon is spotted in Alaska. Captured in June, a video of the occurrence shows the mirage warping a shoreline and islands.

Dinosaurs Lived in the Arctic Year-Round: May Not Be as Cold-Blooded as Previously Thought?

Jun 30, 2021

The real Jurassic Park might have been in the Arctic. A new study shows that dinosaurs have roamed the region, enduring the freezing winter and darkness.

Cretaceous Maternity Ward of Perinatal Dinosaurs Discovered in Alaska

Jun 25, 2021

Various experts from different institutions have uncovered the tiny bones of Cretaceous dinosaurs in the Arctic region. The findings suggest that dinosaurs had a maternity ward in the northern hemisphere and that the ancient creatures themselves may have not been cold-blooded.

If Barry Arm Colapses, the Resulting Disaster Will Be 10 Times Worse Than Previous Events

Nov 22, 2020

Alaska's glacial melt due to climate change has caused disastrous landslide-tsunami events in the past. With these events anticipated to occur sometime soon due to global warming, scientists suggest an urgent assessment of unstable glaciers and the installation of warning systems.

Continued Oil Drilling in the Arctic Impacts Wildlife & Native Communities

Aug 20, 2020

The US government's continued open access to drill oil in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge could harm natives hunting as well as animal populations like caribou and wolves. Animals like birds and polar bears are also vulnerable to oil spills.

Alaska Salmon Grew Smaller Over the Past 60 Years

Aug 19, 2020

A new study found that salmon returning to rivers in Alaska has grown drastically smaller in the past 60 years - and their time at sea appears to be the reason.

Increased Summer Rainfall in Alaska Is Degrading Permafrost Across the State

Jul 25, 2020

Alaska is experiencing its rainiest five years, which could be bad news for the state's permafrost, according to a new study. It also explores the effect of global warming in the Arctic region.

It’s Open Season in Alaska As a New Bill Will Permit Hunters to Bait and Kill Bears and Wolves

Jun 10, 2020

Hunters will soon be permitted to lure and hunt wild animals at national parks in Alaska. While some conservationists call it absurd and inhumane, other officials applaud the move saying it preserves hunting and fishing traditions.

Retreating Glacier Increases the Risk of a Tsunami Threat in Alaska Within a Few Decades

May 15, 2020

With only a third of a slope along one flank of a fjord in Prince William Sound is supported by ice, an earthquake, prolonged heavy rain, and heat wave will most likely trigger a landslide.

Two New Studies on Climate Change Warns of Dreary Future

Nov 11, 2019

The first study focuses on the Amazon rainforest. Considered as the lungs of the planet, Amazon faces the threat of drying out. The second study brings us to Alaska as one of the world's thickest glaciers is recorded to be retreating.