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Rescue operations are underway off the coast of northern Cyprus following the capsizing of a passenger ferry that has left eight people dead and eighteen still missing. Survivors and grieving families have described harrowing moments as the vessel sank, prompting calls for improved maritime safety standards.
European wild boars, introduced to North Carolina in 1912, are causing significant ecological damage in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, prompting park management to remove hundreds of the feral hogs annually.
A Business Insider reporter shares her first-time experience visiting Great Smoky Mountains National Park, detailing eight surprises that made her trip both challenging and rewarding, including historic settlements and a tram ride.
A 65-year-old woman has died after falling 60 feet in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Park rangers and volunteers are scouring the area for Marcin Bachleda-Blaszczak, whose vehicle was discovered inside the park after he failed to return from a hiking trip.
In 1929, Tennessee farmer John W. Oliver famously refused to sell his 375-acre Cades Cove farm for $20 an acre, leading to a prolonged legal battle over land designated for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Several trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee have been closed following a significant increase in bear sightings and activity. The closures are a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of both park visitors and wildlife.
Tourists in Gatlinburg, near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, were captured on video smashing an SUV's rear window with a rock to free a black bear trapped inside their vehicle.
Sevierville, Dolly Parton's hometown near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is highlighted as a hidden gem for dog-friendly glamping and outdoor adventures, offering a way to enjoy the area without traffic and crowds.
A 65-year-old hiker has died after falling 60 feet from a cliff in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, marking the fifth fatality in the popular park this year.