My 500-Mile Journey Across Alaska’s Thawing Arctic

I had read about how the rapid warming of the Arctic was upending the landscape and its people. Now I’ve seen it.

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Chris McCausland's journey from salesman to Strictly winner

The comedian impressed viewers after becoming Strictly Come Dancing's first blind contestant.
BBC News - 22h
Ocean Heat Killed Half the Common Murres Around Alaska

About four million common murres were killed by a domino effect of ecosystem changes, and the population is showing no signs of recovery, according to new research.
The New York Times - 3d
UK leader Starmer invited to EU meeting in latest sign of post-Brexit thaw

U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer will attend a meeting of European Union leaders early next year
ABC News - 3d
Two bodies found in debris from fishing boat that reportedly capsized in Alaska

Based on evidence on site, authorities believe individuals were two of five people aboard Wind Walker in rough seas. Two bodies have been recovered amid debris from a fishing boat that reportedly ...
The Guardian - 4d
Alaska Air is latest airline to boost guidance on strong holiday travel demand

Alaska Airlines Inc.’s stock was up 1.6% early Tuesday, after the regional carrier joined rivals in raising its fourth-quarter guidance as revenue rose more than expected and costs came down.
MarketWatch - 5d
Canada boosting Arctic presence in face of Russian threats

New plans include more aircraft and drones to grow foothold as other powerful countries seek base in far north. Canada will boost its military and diplomatic presence in the Arctic to counter ...
The Guardian - Dec. 6
A Hockey Player’s Unlikely Journey From China to the Top of the N.H.L. Draft

How did Haoxi “Simon” Wang become one of the most coveted N.H.L. prospects? It starts in the west end of Beijing.
The New York Times - Dec. 4
Arctic League to start 12 days of packing in preparation for holidays

Yahoo News - Dec. 3
An Arctic Hamlet Is Sinking Into the Thawing Permafrost

Canada is losing its permafrost to climate change. The Indigenous residents of Tuktoyaktuk know they’ll have to move but don’t agree on when.
The New York Times - Dec. 3