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The Geopolitics of TikTok: A Nudge Toward Chaos?

Are you or one of your loved ones one of the 63% of U.S. teens that, according to Pew Research, uses TikTok regularly? Are you, perhaps, one of the 32% of 18-30 year olds that use TikTok to get news?

If so, and even, frankly, if not, I implore you to dive into this article in order to give yourself a better understanding of the app that is most ascendant; it now garners more view-time per user than Facebook and Instagram combined.

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“Alaska’s Battle for Oil" - Phil Wight on Representation Accuracy in Professional Interviews

The moment has come. National Geographic has reached out to interview you on an upcoming documentary focusing on a topic in your field. At first, you’re excited and flushed with the exhilaration of being interviewed by a group you’ve dreamed about since childhood. Then, the enthusiasm is replaced by anxiety. You’re being interviewed by a group you’ve dreamed about since childhood. What on Earth are you going to say?

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Beets, Beets, Beets!

Kitchen Fan— a recurring food writing series that features easy and inexpensive recipes for beginner chefs. This article features three recipes centered around beets!

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Working and Learning Remotely: Does It Work?

Jennifer Robinette has been working remotely for the Ekuk Tribal Council, based in Dillingham, AK for years (before the pandemic). As remote working has become the new norm, Jennifer shares her experiences and advice on a productive and healthy (remote) work-life balance.

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Kitchen Fan: Whatever’s in the Fridge Pasta

A friend shared his family’s highly secret recipe for pasta, called ‘Whatever’s in the Fridge Pasta’. Now, I take it upon myself to share this recipe, which frankly changed my life, cured my ailments, and transformed my thinking. Try it for yourself!

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Berries Out Our Backdoor

Fall is here! While that might mean the temps are starting to dip and days are getting shorter, there is still some foraging to be done. Interior Alaska is home several edible (and delicious) berries. Here is a quick guide to late summer foraging and ideas of what to do with your fresh found goods!

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