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President Trump wants more U.S. oil companies to "go in" to Venezuela. But there are economic, historical, and climate reasons that may not be easy. Here's what you need to know about oil in Venezuela.

Safari Club leaders and Alaska Native subsistence advocates have long been at odds over rights to hunt and fish in Alaska.

David Paul's sentence is among the longest given for sexual assault and sexual abuse in the state's history.

A bumpy snailfish, Andean mouse opossum and ancient sea cow were just some of the many species described in 2025.

For most of 2025, cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin surged as President Trump vowed to make the U.S. a crypto leader. But now, a severe sell-off has shaken the sector.

Inside Alaska Public Media’s new series — everyday tips from Alaskans for Alaskans.

A look back at the top stories of 2025.

2025 was full of big stories — from the threat of Mount Spurr erupting to Presidents Trump and Putin meeting in Anchorage to the devastating Western Alaska storm that displaced hundreds.

The American Geophysical Union conference brought together Earth and space scientists from more than a hundred countries, including researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks.

Whether you’re counting down to midnight or starting 2026 with a fresh slate, the Anchorage Weekender rounded up 11 events you won’t want to miss.