#8.2 magnitude earthquake hits Alaska, prompting tsunami warnings

#8.2 magnitude earthquake hits Alaska, prompting tsunami warnings

“#8.2 magnitude earthquake hits Alaska, prompting tsunami warnings” A strong and shallow earthquake of magnitude 8.2 struck the Alaskan peninsula late on Wednesday, prompting tsunami warnings in the US state and heightened surveillance across the pacific. There were no immediate reports of loss of property or life. Tsunami warning sirens were sounded close to a Walmart store…

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#’Polar dinosaurs’ lived in Arctic year-round, fossils suggest

#’Polar dinosaurs’ lived in Arctic year-round, fossils suggest

“#’Polar dinosaurs’ lived in Arctic year-round, fossils suggest” Baby dinosaur fossils found in northern Alaska suggest that the reptiles lived year-round in the Arctic and were likely warm-blooded, a new study revealed. The “unexpected discovery” of embryos and just-hatched babies from at least seven non-bird dinosaur species shows that the prehistoric animals survived extended periods…

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#Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy offers visitors free COVID vaccine

#Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy offers visitors free COVID vaccine

“#Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy offers visitors free COVID vaccine” Alaska will give tourism a shot in the arm.  The state will make free COVID vaccines available to visitors arriving at key airports starting on June 1, Gov. Mike Dunleavy announced Friday, part of the Republican’s effort to boost the state’s beleaguered tourism industry.  “What we’re saying to…

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#Alaska denied benefits to gay couples despite court rulings

#Alaska denied benefits to gay couples despite court rulings

“#Alaska denied benefits to gay couples despite court rulings” ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Alaska wrongly denied some same-sex spouses benefits for years by claiming their unions were not recognized even after courts struck down gay marriage bans, court documents obtained by The Associated Press show. The agency that determines eligibility for a yearly oil wealth check…

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