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Last update: 8 hours agoAlaska Energy & Power: The U.S. Energy Department plans to announce $150 million to build 223 miles of new transmission lines linking Beluga to Healy, a $400 million project aimed at strengthening the grid as Vice President JD Vance campaigns for Sen. Dan Sullivan in a tight race against Mary Peltola. Alaska LNG Politics: Vance also said the administration expects Alaska’s natural gas pipeline to Asia to move forward, pointing to strong demand in Japan and other East Asian markets while acknowledging South Korea’s deal details are still unresolved. Wildlife & Coasts: Wildlife officials raised alarm after a humpback whale was spotted tangled in heavy commercial fishing gear off Southern California, with experts warning that entanglement can prevent feeding and even make breathing harder. Permitting & Environment: A new federal permitting reform push is drawing fire from environmental groups, who warn it could limit agencies’ ability to delay or revoke permits even when projects raise new environmental harms. Cruise Industry: Holland America says it’s preparing to mark 80 years of Alaska cruising after a strong 2026 season, with six ships scheduled for 2027 Alaska itineraries.
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