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7.3 magnitude earthquake prompts tsunami warning along parts of Alaska's coast
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Communities in areas along a 700-mile (1,127-km) stretch of Alaska’s southern coast ordered residents to higher ground after a powerful earthquake Wednesday, but officials quickly downgraded a tsunami warning for the...

How will the CPB cuts affect KALW & public media across the country?
On this edition of Your Call, we're discussing how $1.1 billion in cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting will affect public radio stations across the country. All but two Senate Republicans, Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of...

Sullivan votes in favor of rescinding federal funding for public media, including 27 Alaska radio stations
Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, speaks to reporters as Republicans begin a final push to advance President Donald Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts package, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, June 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein) The U.S....

Senate Republicans defund public media
Senate Republicans on Thursday approved a $9 billion package of spending cuts, slashing funds for foreign aid and public broadcasting after an all-night session. The rescissions bill, part of President Donald Trump’s effort to claw back previously...

Anchorage podiatrist is 6th Republican to enter Alaska governor’s race
(Handout / Matt Heilala for Governor) Matt Heilala, an Anchorage podiatrist who serves on the state medical board, is the sixth Republican to enter Alaska’s 2026 governor’s race. Current Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy is termed out from seeking...

Alaska public media stations warn of dangers as US Senate prepares to vote on funding clawback
Lenora Ward, general manager at KOTZ radio station, listens to a musher interview while on-air at the station in Kotzebue on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. (Emily Mesner / ADN) More than $15 million in annual federal funding for Alaska’s 27 public...

Foreign Affairs Ministry reports no Peruvians affected by Alaska earthquake
Through its social media accounts, the government agency informed that Peruvians in need of assistance can call +1 (415) 290-5349 or contact the following e-mail address: informacion@conpersf.com. "It is reported that, following the earthquake in...

Sen. Susan Collins votes against Trump bid to cut back on government spending
The Senate has passed nearly $9 billion in government spending cuts as requested by President Donald Trump. The legislation, which now moves to the House, would have a tiny impact on the nation’s rising debt but could have major ramifications for...

Hidden Gem: How Intrusion-related Gold Deposits Could Fuel Next-generation Discoveries
With the gold price continuing to hover near all-time highs and major producers scouring the globe for new large-scale deposits, one type of gold system is emerging as a potential game changer. Intrusion-related gold systems (IRGS) have already...

Want to be understood in the US? Cultural nuance is key
Cross–cultural communication requires knowing how different groups communicate with each other. Studying languages provides insight into what people and societies have in common, which helps develop a critical awareness of social relationships....

Senator Dan Sullivan comments on Ukraine policy, economic bill passage, and Alaska earthquake

Seoul eyes last-minute breakthrough in US tariff showdown
Trade analysts say Korea must secure firm US commitments before concessions With a looming US tariff deadline threatening Korean exports, top officials from Seoul will head to Washington this week for high-stakes trade talks aimed at averting...

Tsunami warning canceled after 7.3-magnitude earthquake near Alaska
SAND POINT, Alaska - A massive 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Alaska on Wednesday, triggering a tsunami warning which has since been canceled. (United States Geological Survey) By the numbers: According to the United States Geological Survey...

Nova Minerals Closes Nasdaq Offering to Boost Alaska Project | ASX 300
Highlights,Nova Minerals completes Nasdaq public offering with fresh capital raise,Proceeds to support expansion and feasibility work at Estelle Gold Project,Over-allotment and warrant provisions included to extend offering capacity,Nova Minerals...

No Tsunami Risk for Earthquake off Alaska
By Jaylene Matthews July 16, 2025 at 6:49PM EDT The BC Government reported a 7.3 magnitude earthquake that occurred 88km south of Sand Point, Alaska, at 19 kilometers of depth. The Government’s Emergency Information page says there is no tsunami...

McCuskey urges dismissal of energy lawsuits
CHARLESTON — Attorney General John B. McCuskey has joined a coalition of 25 states in filing a brief opposing lawsuits that would impose massive liability on energy companies based on allegations of climate change. Three local governments in...

Officials downgrade Alaska tsunami warning after 7.3 magnitude earthquake
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — (AP) — Communities in areas along a 700-mile (1,127-km) stretch of Alaska’s southern coast ordered residents to higher ground after a powerful earthquake Wednesday, but officials quickly downgraded a tsunami warning for the...

Tsunami advisory canceled after 7.3 magnitude earthquake off Alaska
A tsunami advisory for Alaska's southern peninsula has been canceled, after a major earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.3 initially prompted a tsunami warning earlier Wednesday. Videos posted to social media showed people in the town of...

Letter: Activating Town Square through the Anchorage Summer Night Market
A recent Anchorage Summer Night Market in Town Square Park. (Joel Cladouhos) Town Square Park in downtown Anchorage comes alive with music and local vendors from 5 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday all summer with the Summer Night Market. Located next to...

An Alaska tsunami warning had residents scrambling for high ground after 7.3 magnitude...
"We have seen other earthquakes in the area that have not generated significant tsunami waves, but we're treating it seriously and going through our procedures, making sure communities are notified so they can activate their evacuation...