President Signs ARTIST Act Protecting Alaska Native Ivory Trade
The ARTIST Act amends federal protections to prevent states from restricting interstate commerce of authentic Alaska Native marine mammal ivory handicrafts.
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U.S. Energy Department Backs Coal Modernization for Grid Reliability
The U.S. Energy Department plans to support and modernize coal-fired power plants, aiming to improve grid stability and energy security while preserving coal mine operations.
Spring Ice Breakup Raises Flooding Risks Near Aniak Along Kuskokwim River
Thawing along the Kuskokwim River has led to ice jams and rising waters around Aniak, with flood watches issued amid rapid changes in ice conditions and snowmelt.
NASA and UAF Launch Sun-Themed Coloring Book to Boost Heliophysics Education
The new coloring book blends science, art, and Indigenous cultural insights to teach about the Sun-Earth system, targeting grades 6-12 and adults.