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ALASKA GEOGRAPHY AND FLYING RISKS
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- In 1974, a Vietnam veteran moved to Alaska for a new life. 14 years later, he became the last person in US history to get a homestead patent
- In 1883, an Iowa woman traveled alone to Alaska. She published its first travel guide and helped bring Washington’s famous cherry trees to AmericaEliza Ruhamah Scidmore was an Iowa-born writer and traveler who ventured to Alaska alone in 1883, documenting her journey through Southeast...20 Aug, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
- In 1968, a former mechanic built a cabin alone in the Alaskan wilderness; he stayed for over 30 years and left it to the National Park ServiceFor thirty years, Richard Proenneke thrived alone in the remote expanse of Alaska, mastering survival without any modern aids. His journals...19 Aug, 2026, 07.00 PM IST
- Alaska Senate race heads for November showdown between Dan Sullivan and Mary PeltolaRepublican Dan Sullivan and Democrat Mary Peltola advanced to Alaska's Senate general election. Republican Nick Begich also moved forward i...19 Aug, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
- Angie Nixon upsets Alex Vindman in Florida Democratic Senate primaryAngie Nixon secured an upset victory in Florida's Democratic Senate primary. She will now face Republican Senator Ashley Moody in November'...19 Aug, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
- In 1973, Wisconsin teenager Libby Riddles moved to Alaska. 12 years later, she drove into a storm and became the first woman to win the Iditarod sled-dog raceIn a groundbreaking achievement, Libby Riddles etched her name in history in 1985 as the first woman to conquer the Iditarod. Defying the h...18 Aug, 2026, 09.14 PM IST
- California startup JetZero’s ‘manta ray’ plane could change air travel forever: 250-seat Z4 aims to fly 5,750 miles and use up to 50% less fuelCalifornia startup JetZero is innovating the aviation industry with a new aircraft featuring a blended-wing-body design, aimed at accommoda...18 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
- In 2022, a four-month-old bar-tailed godwit left Alaska on its first migration; it flew 13,560 km nonstop and reached Tasmania 11 days laterA remarkable bar-tailed godwit embarked on a breathtaking journey, soaring 8,425 miles from Alaska to Tasmania in a single, relentless stre...18 Aug, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
- UGC-NET 2026 cancellation: 60% English, Commerce questions allegedly repeated from Dec 2024 paperThe UGC-NET 2026 exams for English and Commerce were cancelled after around 60% of questions were allegedly found to closely mirror those i...18 Aug, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
- She moved from Alabama to Alaska in 1958 for a fresh start. Months later, the woman became the region's first Black lawyer and first Black homesteaderMahala Ashley Dickerson moved from Alabama to Alaska in 1958 after being drawn to the territory during a vacation. She became the first Bla...17 Aug, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
- In 1900, an Alaskan woman was left alone with 500 reindeer after husband's death. For many years, she fought to keep the herd and became one of Alaska's richest businesswomanAfter her husband died during a measles epidemic in 1900, Sinrock Mary was left fighting to keep their herd of 500 reindeer. She challenged...16 Aug, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
- Top leadership from USA Pacific Northwest joins in India's 80th Independence Day Celebrations at SeattleSeveral US states issued official proclamations declaring August 15th as India Day. Mayors and county councils honoured Indian American con...15 Aug, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
- In 1948, WWII veteran Joe Redington Sr. moved to an Alaska homestead; 25 years later, he helped create the 1,000-mile IditarodJoe Redington Sr. helped establish the Iditarod, transforming an ancient trail into a demanding sporting event. He spent decades homesteadi...15 Aug, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
- Something is thawing beneath Alaska — and the price tag could be $43 trillionAlaska's tundra holds immense frozen carbon stores which are thawing. This thaw releases greenhouse gases, potentially causing significant ...14 Aug, 2026, 08.52 PM IST
- Since 2022, Alaska crews have placed more than 1,000 whole trees in a creek damaged by gold mining, helping restore 2.3 miles of salmon habitatResurrection Creek in Alaska has been revitalized into a thriving river thanks to comprehensive restoration efforts. By introducing entire ...14 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
- In 1924, a couple travelled miles by boat to study Alaska's wildlife on their honeymoon. 18 years later, they reshaped 8.9 million Arctic acres for ecological conservationOlaus and Mardy Murie dedicated their lives to protecting America's wild landscapes. Their research and advocacy significantly influenced c...13 Aug, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
- Why was an Alaska Airlines Miami flight put on lockdown after passenger threats?Two separate passenger incidents on US flights prompted emergency responses and law enforcement involvement. A United Airlines flight diver...10 Aug, 2026, 09.54 PM IST
- Magnitude 5.0 earthquake strikes US state of AlaskaThe US Geological Survey reported that the earthquake occurred 76 kilometres southeast of Atka at a depth of 16.7 kilometres.09 Aug, 2026, 05.05 PM IST
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