Tag: Alaska
Bitcoiner who tried to trade his way to Alaska has failed, 900 miles from finish
A Bitcoin proponent’s recent attempt to crypto trade his way from New York to Alaska has come to a sudden and bitter end — some 900 miles from his fin [...]
Biden Administration to Bar Drilling on Millions of Acres in Alaska
The administration will cancel existing drilling leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and fence off more than half of the National Petroleum [...]
Astranis Alaska internet satellite malfunctions, backup planned
The Arcturus satellite is seen en route to geosynchronous orbit.AstranisSatellite internet service provider Astranis said Friday its first commercial [...]
Astranis’ first internet satellite over Alaska working ‘perfectly’
The Arcturus satellite is seen en route to geosynchronous orbit.AstranisAstranis, a San Francisco-based company with an alternative approach to provid [...]
In Pristine Alaska, an Oil Giant Prepares to Drill for Decades
Scientists say nations must stop new oil and gas projects to avoid climate catastrophe. But after the Biden administration greenlit the $8 billion Wil [...]
Biden’s green allies promise lawsuit over Alaska oil project
Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan (R) — a staunch Willow supporter — said he was already preparing to help defend the Biden administration from “frivolous leg [...]
How Biden Got From ‘No More Drilling’ to Backing a Huge Project in Alaska
High gas prices, a looming election and fears of a costly legal battle seem to have shifted the political calculus for the president.
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Biden Administration Approves Willow Oil Project in Alaska, Officials Say
The administration also announced new limits on Arctic drilling in an apparent effort to temper criticism over the $8 billion Willow oil project, whic [...]
Biden Orders U.S. to Down High-Altitude Object Over Alaska
The incident comes less than a week after U.S. fighter jet shot down a Chinese spy balloon over the Atlantic.
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Pentagon Downed Object Over Alaska, Official Says
The incident comes less than a week after U.S. fighter jet shot down a Chinese spy balloon over the Atlantic.
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Administration Expected to Endorse Limited Drilling in Alaska Project
An environmental review expected soon would effectively signal that the Willow project proceed, according to people familiar with the report.
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Alaska adds ‘virtual currency’ to its regulatory regime
From Jan. 1, 2023, the term “virtual currency” will take its place in the money transmission regulations of Alaska. It will oblige the companies deali [...]
Lisa Murkowski Wins Re-election in Alaska, Beating a Trump-Backed Rival
Ms. Murkowski was the only Senate Republican up for re-election this year who voted to convict former President Donald J. Trump in his impeachment tri [...]
Mary Peltola Wins Bid to Serve Full Term in the House for Alaska
Ms. Peltola became the first Alaska Native woman elected to Congress earlier this year when she won a special election in the state.
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Peltola Squared Off in Debate Against 3 Challengers in Alaska House Race
As Representative Mary Peltola, a Democrat, campaigns for the chance to serve a full term, she debated her rivals on how to utilize the state’s resour [...]