Topic: Alaska

Topic

Alaska’s monster tsunami sent water 1,580 feet up a mountain

A massive landslide in Alaska triggered the second-highest tsunami ever recorded, sending water and debris 1,580 feet up a mountainside just hours after tourists visited the area. Scientists discovered that the disaster was preceded by several warning signs, including rapid glacier retreat, heavy rainfall, and thousands of tiny seismic tremors. As glaciers retreat, similar disasters could become a growing danger in mountainous coastal regions.

19 Oct 2026, 13:15 UTC

Business

Taiwan agrees to buy 30% of gas from Alaska LNG project, Trump says

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Taiwan had agreed to buy 30% of the gas from a pipeline project in Alaska.

14 Oct 2026, 03:07 UTC

Travel

Alaska Airlines’ Plan to Grow Beyond Its West Coast Roots

Despite constraints at its biggest hub, competition from Delta, and surging fuel prices, Alaska’s chief commercial officer told Skift that he thinks the carrier can dominate the West Coast with its premium investments and push into international routes.

7 Oct 2026, 18:20 UTC

Business

Trump tells South Korea to sign on to Alaska LNG deal or 'I'll just charge them more'

Trump is ramping up pressure on South Korea over Alaska LNG as Seoul remains cautious over investment projects announced by the U.S. president.

5 Oct 2026, 01:33 UTC

Business

Trump wants South Korea in on Alaska LNG. Here’s why Seoul is cautious

South Korea remains cautious on Alaska LNG amid concerns over its high costs and commercial risks.

2 Oct 2026, 11:32 UTC

World

Trump unveils South Korean investment in US energy projects

Donald Trump said South Korea has agreed to invest in an LNG project in Alaska, but Seoul has said it will only proceed once certain conditions are met.

1 Oct 2026, 14:25 UTC

Business

South Korean President Lee pushes back on Alaska LNG project after Trump touts Seoul's participation

The U.S. announced plans for up to $200 billion in South Korean investment, though Seoul has yet to finalize the participation in the Alaska LNG project.

1 Oct 2026, 03:00 UTC

World

Gentle giant Backpack wins Alaska’s Fat Bear Week

The contest celebrates the resilience of the 2,200 brown bears that live in the preserve on the Alaska Peninsula.

30 Sept 2026, 07:44 UTC

World

'Backpack' declared Alaska's Fat Bear Week winner

"Backpack" defeated a bear known only as "910" in the final round of the annual competition.

30 Sept 2026, 05:42 UTC

Business

Alaska Airlines CEO 'not overly concerned' about new Boeing Max 10 delay

Alaska Airlines CEO downplayed concerns about a new delay to the Boeing Max 10's certification.

29 Sept 2026, 15:25 UTC

Travel

Alaska Airlines Adds Premium Economy and More Business Class — Can It Catch Up to the Big 3?

Despite grappling with a surge in high fuel costs, Alaska Airlines is doubling down on premium travel with more business class seats across its fleet and the introduction of premium economy.

29 Sept 2026, 14:45 UTC

Business

Alaska Airlines unveils massive premium cabin overhaul in high-end travel race

Alaska Airlines is overhauling its Alaska and Hawaiian cabins to include brand-new top-tier suites, a premium economy class and other features.

29 Sept 2026, 12:22 UTC

Science

A 66-million-year-old tooth reveals T. rex was nearly as warm as a human

Chemical clues preserved inside fossilized T. rex teeth reveal that the dinosaur maintained a body temperature of about 97 degrees Fahrenheit, almost identical to humans. The finding provides direct evidence that the giant predator was warm-blooded, helping explain how it stayed active and survived in chilly environments as far north as Alaska.

20 Sept 2026, 13:30 UTC