Hear about cruising the waters of Alaska and British Columbia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Susan Portnoy about her recent experience on a Hurtigruten expedition ship. Why should you do this
Nick Mavar Jr., a former deckhand for the F/V Northwestern who gained popularity after featuring on several seasons of the Discovery Channel series Deadliest Catch, passed away at 59 from a medical emergency at a boatyard in Naknek, Alaska…
The fire began in the early hours of Jan. 2, 1966, and spread through the business district of Sitka, Alaska -- toward the historic St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral.
We have some heartbreaking news for Deadliest Catch fans. Longtime deckhand Nick Mavar has died at the age of 59. The longrunning reality show focuses on the many dangers of life on deck during the stressful seasons crab fishing in the…
Alaska Air Group's (NYSE: ALK) robust air travel demand is boosting its top line. Shareholder-friendly actions and fleet upgrade efforts are praiseworthy. However, high operating costs are hindering the company's bottom line.
Discover how Alaska's melting permafrost is turning rivers toxic, with bright orange waters visible from space. Learn about the environmental impact and causes. Read more!
JUNEAU, Alaska — Environmental groups on Wednesday petitioned the U.S. Department of Interior to review climate impacts related to the decades-old trans-Alaska pipeline system and develop a plan for a “managed phasedown” of the 800-mile (1…
Environmental groups on Wednesday petitioned the U.S. Department of Interior to review climate impacts related to the decades-old trans-Alaska pipeline system and develop a plan for a ''managed phasedown'' of the 800-mile (1,287-kilometer)…
Alaska's melting permafrost is dumping toxic metals into the state's rivers, turning them bright orange and making the water highly acidic. The contaminated rivers are so vibrant they can be seen from space, and the problem is likely to…
Coastal Alaska communities from the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta northward will see more of their buildings exposed to flooding by 2100 if they continue developing at the same location, according to new research.
Backers of a measure aimed at repealing Alaska's ranked choice voting system scored an early, partial win in court when a judge ruled that state elections officials did not violate the law or regulations when they let the sponsors correct…