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The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran continues to escalate as the war enters its sixth day, with new missile and drone strikes hitting Israel and U.S. military bases and allied forces stepping up offensive operations across the region. Iran has launched a new wave of attacks targeting Israeli territory and American military installations in the Gulf, according to multiple reports, in retaliation for the ongoing U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iranian military infrastructure. Iran’s leadership warned the U.S. it would “bitterly regret” sinking one of its warships, a move that has further inflamed tensions. Israel’s military has responded…

A major oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Cook Inlet drew virtually no interest from industry this week, with federal officials reporting no bids were submitted in the first offshore auction of its kind. The offering, which covered more than 1 million acres of federal waters, was the first of six Cook Inlet lease sales mandated by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by Congress last year as part of an energy-production push. Despite that backing, no drilling companies filed bids, reflecting declining industry enthusiasm for new exploration in the basin. The lack of participation mirrors recent state…

Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has formally asked President Donald Trump to allow about 1,000 Ukrainian refugees currently living in Alaska to remain in the United States as their humanitarian parole status faces uncertainty, officials said this week. In a letter sent to the White House in January, Dunleavy urged Trump to create a pathway for Ukrainian refugees to stay in Alaska permanently. Many of the refugees arrived under the Uniting for Ukraine humanitarian parole program after fleeing the war in Ukraine, where they have since found work and integrated into local communities. Supporters of extending residency rights say many Ukrainian…

If your GE universal remote is not connecting to your TV, DVD player, streaming device, or sound system, you are likely using the wrong programming code. GE Universal Remote Codes are numeric sequences of 3-digit, 4-digit, or 5-digit that allow your remote to pair with electronic devices. The correct code depends on: This guide is built to do one thing: Help you find the correct working GE remote code quickly and program your device successfully. Below you will find: • Organized 3-digit, 4-digit, and 5-digit tables• Brand-specific sections• Model compatibility guidance• Device-type breakdown• Step-by-step programming instructions• Troubleshooting fixes and how…

The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran continues to escalate as military operations enter their third week, drawing in new fronts and prompting international concerns. U.S. and Israeli forces have carried out thousands of strikes on Iranian military and strategic targets since late February, degrading air defenses and key weapons systems, officials said. Iranian retaliation has been widespread, including missile and drone attacks on Israeli territory, U.S. military bases in the Gulf region, and diplomatic facilities. At least six U.S. service members have been killed in retaliatory attacks, according to multiple reports. The combined military campaign, described by…

An exhibit at the Alaska Zoo was temporarily closed Thursday after a bonobo ran into and shattered a layer of safety glass, zoo officials confirmed. The incident occurred in the late morning when keepers noticed that one of the bonobos appeared agitated. At some point, the animal ran toward the viewing area and struck the protective glass separating the primate enclosure from guests. The impact caused one layer of the multi-pane safety glass to crack, prompting an immediate closure of the exhibit as a precaution. No visitors or staff were injured, and the bonobo remained inside its enclosure throughout the…

Members of the Anchorage Jewish community gathered this week to celebrate Purim, one of the Jewish faith’s most joyful holidays, rejoicing with traditional songs, readings, costumes, and shared meals. The event brought together families, congregants, and visitors at a community center in Anchorage, where participants donned colorful costumes representing characters from the Book of Esther, the biblical story central to Purim. The celebration included the public reading of the Megillah, festive music, and activities for children. Purim commemorates the deliverance of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from a planned massacre, and celebrations often blend religious solemnity with playful traditions.…

A flight headed to Bethel experienced a mid-air safety incident after an aircraft door detached while en route, airline and aviation officials confirmed Thursday. The flight, operated by Ravn Alaska, was traveling from Anchorage when one of its exterior doors separated from the aircraft at altitude. The pilot reported the issue to air traffic control and immediately began a controlled diversion back to Anchorage, where the plane landed safely without injuries to passengers or crew. Emergency responders were on standby at the airport and conducted routine inspections of the aircraft following its arrival. Officials said all passengers were deplaned normally…

A suicide bombing at Afghanistan’s Bagram Airfield killed dozens of people Sunday, including security personnel and civilians, according to local officials. The blast occurred near a checkpoint outside the base, sending thick smoke into the air and triggering a large emergency response. Authorities said the death toll could rise as rescue crews continue to assess the scene. Also Read: Karachi Suicide Attack Kills Two Chinese Nationals Near Airport, Injures 10 Others No group immediately claimed responsibility, though officials suspect extremist militants operating in the region. The attack comes amid heightened tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan following recent cross-border clashes.

A new documentary series premiering this week is drawing national attention to Alaska’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP) crisis and raising serious questions about justice, law enforcement response and systemic failures, officials and advocates said Sunday. The series, titled “Lost Women of Alaska,” debuted on HBO/Investigation Discovery, and examines the cases of Alaska Native women who went missing or were murdered — focusing in part on the investigation, prosecution and broader context surrounding violent crimes against Indigenous women and girls. Executive producers, including Octavia Spencer and Christina Douglas, crafted the series with input from families, community advocates and criminal…

A group of travelers has returned to federal court seeking to reverse the airline industry changes that followed the merger of Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, arguing that promises made during the acquisition have not been kept and that the outcome has harmed consumers. The lawsuit, filed under the name Yoshimoto v. Alaska Airlines, Inc. asks a judge to intervene to preserve Hawaiian Airlines as a standalone carrier and halt further integration, which plaintiffs say would make reversal of the process nearly impossible once completed later this spring. Passengers claim that when the $1.9 billion acquisition closed in September 2024,…

Iran has carried out a large-scale series of missile and drone strikes on major Gulf Arab states, including the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, in retaliation for a coordinated U.S.-Israeli military offensive against Iranian territory, regional officials and defense sources said Sunday. The attacks struck critical civilian and commercial infrastructure in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where Dubai International Airport, the landmark Burj Al Arab hotel, and the Jebel Ali port sustained damage, according to statements from Emirati authorities. At least three people have been killed and 58 others injured in the UAE since the strikes began, the country’s defense ministry…