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As Trump eyes Greenland and Arctic resources, America's ambassadorship for the region goes unfilled

As Trump eyes Greenland and Arctic resources, America's ambassadorship for the region goes unfilled

Alaskans and others tracking America’s stance toward the Arctic are waiting for details of President Trump's new policy.
Nathaniel Herz Apr 21, 2025
“We like Canada the way it is”: As cross-border relations turn ugly, Alaskans and Yukoners work to stay friends

“We like Canada the way it is”: As cross-border relations turn ugly, Alaskans and Yukoners work to stay friends

For Alaska’s eastern neighbors, dual threats of tariffs and annexation still loom.
Max Graham Feb 27, 2025
A major Alaska mine could end up in the crossfire of Trump’s trade war with Canada

A major Alaska mine could end up in the crossfire of Trump’s trade war with Canada

Teck's Red Dog mine in Northwest Alaska supplies the U.S. with zinc and germanium — but only after those minerals get processed in Canada.
Max Graham Jan 31, 2025
Loch Ness ducks or “vampire grebes”? Alaska governor’s wish list for Trump comes with AI hallucinations.

Loch Ness ducks or “vampire grebes”? Alaska governor’s wish list for Trump comes with AI hallucinations.

A ChatGPT-generated image of Alaska included some strange-looking waterfowl. Northern Journal investigates.
Nathaniel Herz Dec 19, 2024
America’s first Arctic ambassador was just confirmed weeks ago. Now he could be out of a job.

America’s first Arctic ambassador was just confirmed weeks ago. Now he could be out of a job.

Alaska geographer Mike Sfraga hasn’t announced his resignation. But it’s standard for politically appointed ambassadors to leave their posts during a presidential transition.
Nathaniel Herz Nov 26, 2024

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