According to NOAA, the discovery is crucial because these gas seeps can create unique surrounding habitats and provide potential sources of alternative energy and biopharmaceuticals.
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Army Corps to begin cleanup efforts at World War II fort in Unalaska Bay
The fort housed anti-aircraft and anti-ship artillery.
Library association: Number of book titles challenged jumped nearly 40% in 2022
Pelayo-Lozada says that despite the high challenge numbers, a library association poll shows a large majority of Americans don’t believe in banning books.
Proposed Bering Sea marine sanctuary draws pushback from fishing industry
“It’s just an attempt to take care of our home,” said George Pletnikoff, of the Pribilof community of St. George. “It’s dying, and you know it’s dying.”
The Bering Sea’s smallest organisms are losing fat, putting larger predators at risk
Arctic fish, seabirds, and marine mammals are struggling to adjust to global warming while consuming less fatty foods.
Small businesses affected by Alaska crab crash may be eligible for low-interest federal loans
The loans can be used to cover debts, payroll and other bills that couldn’t be paid because of the recent crashes.