Mushers seek alternatives after Idaho Sled Dog Challenge cancels races amid low snow levels

The Idaho Sled Dog Challenge canceled two Iditarod qualifying races due to the lack of snow. Mushers are looking at Canada ...
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Pet dog enjoys heavy snowfall in Thurso, Scotland

On January 2, 2026, in Thurso, Scotland, UK, @Moira.Penders shared a video of Luna, a 4-year-old Alaskan Malamute adopted from Saints Sled Dog Rescue over two years ago. In the video, snow falls ...
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AROUND ALASKA: Knik 200, Palmer Police, and Greenhouse Project!

Palmer PD unveils a 75th anniversary patch, Point Mackenzie grows winter crops, and Juneau offers free Christmas tree ...

After Maduro, who’s next? Trump spurs speculation about his plans for Greenland, Cuba and Colombia

President Trump is rattling hemispheric friends and foes alike, spurring a pointed question around the globe: Who’s next?

Feet first downhill on a sled at cheetah speed: What to know about luge at the Winter Olympics

Luge is a thrilling, feet-first sliding sport featured in the Winter Olympics. It includes men’s singles, women’s singles, ...
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Girdwood dog, missing for 2 weeks, rescued from deep Alyeska ravine

Ski patrollers at Alyeska Ski Resort in Girdwood rescued a dog from a deep ravine last week that had been missing for 13 days ...

What to know about skeleton at the Winter Olympics: Hurtling head first down an icy chute on a sled

The Winter Olympics skeleton competition is a thrilling head-first sliding sport. Athletes start by running about 30 meters ...