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U.S. news — August 1, 2026 - Page 5

U.S. publications published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 5 of 12.

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  2. U.S.TaxTradeLogistics

    U.S. Stock Market Weekly Performance & Key Earnings

    The U.S. stock market saw a mixed performance during the week ending July 31, 2026. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both gained +1.0%, with the S&P 500 snapping a two-week losing streak and the Dow logging its fourth consecutive weekly gain. The Nasdaq Composite outperformed, gaining +1.6% on robust tech earnings. Amazon surged +15.3% following strong Q2 earnings, while Apple fell -7.4% due to supply constraints. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, acknowledging slowing GDP growth and cooling inflation.
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  3. U.S.ExecutiveLocal Gov

    ICE Officers Furious Over New Dress Code

    Senior Trump administration officials and ICE officers have expressed fury over a new dress code that bans jeans, t-shirts, and other casual clothing, replacing them with tactical pants and polo shirts. The change, implemented on July 17, aims to improve public perception and officer safety following recent incidents. Critics argue that the new uniform makes officers more visible, potentially increasing assault risks.
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  6. U.S.RegulatorsSanctionsNorth America

    US Navy Awards $76.6 Billion Contract for 14 Nuclear Submarines

    The US Navy has awarded a $76.6 billion contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat and Huntington Ingalls Industries for the construction of 14 nuclear-powered submarines. This includes five Columbia-class ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) and nine Virginia-class attack submarines (SSNs), with five of the latter featuring the Virginia Payload Module (VPM) and four equipped with the Conventional Prompt Strike system. The contract aims to modernize the submarine fleet and ensure long-term stability of the shipbuilding industrial base.
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  8. U.S.AfricaBudgetManufacturing

    U.S. Proposes Historic Colorado River Water Cuts

    The U.S. government has proposed a plan to address the worsening water crisis affecting the Colorado River, which provides water to over 40 million people in the western U.S. The plan requires California, Arizona, and Nevada to cut their water consumption by up to 40%, mainly serving agricultural communities. This is the first time the federal government has intervened in the dispute among the seven states and Native American tribes over how to cut water use from the river. The plan aims to ensure the Colorado River system remains reliable and resilient for communities and industries that depend on it.
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    Westinghouse Electric Confidentially Files for IPO

    Nuclear technology giant Westinghouse Electric has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States. The company, which supplies nuclear technology and services to more than half of the world’s nuclear power plants, made the announcement on Friday. The IPO comes amid heightened interest in nuclear power due to its potential for clean energy. No further details about the IPO were immediately available.
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  12. U.S.LawLocal GovProtest

    Michigan Senate Race: El-Sayed Expands Lead Over Stevens

    Abdul el-Sayed, the progressive candidate, has widened his lead over establishment-backed Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary. Multiple polls show el-Sayed ahead by double digits, with a 19-point lead in one poll conducted by Zenith Research. If he wins the August 4 primary, el-Sayed will face former Rep. Mike Rogers in the November general election.
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  15. U.S.ExecutiveLegislationCivil Rights

    Florida AG Threatens Catholic Schools Over Vaccine Exemptions

    Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has threatened to withdraw state funding from Catholic schools that do not comply with state vaccine exemption rules. Moody argues that since these schools accept state-funded vouchers for tuition, they should also accept state-approved vaccine exemptions based on religious beliefs. Moody's letter to the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops cites Catholic doctrine to support this position.
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  16. U.S.Local GovNorth America

    Work Permits and ICE Detention: What Immigrants Need to Know

    Having a work permit in the U.S. allows immigrants to work legally but does not guarantee protection against ICE detention. Immigration experts clarify that a work permit does not replace other immigration processes or ensure that a person's case will not be reviewed by immigration agents. In case of interaction with ICE agents, immigrants should stay calm, seek legal advice, and avoid signing documents without understanding their content.
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  19. U.S.AppointmentsElectionsPeace

    Panetta: U.S.-Iran War Unwinnable

    Former U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta has stated that the U.S. is engaged in a war with Iran that cannot be won. In an interview with CNN, Panetta described the conflict as unwinnable, stating that it has dragged on without any satisfactory result. He also compared it to other U.S. wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, suggesting that these conflicts have weakened America's global standing.
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  21. U.S.RegulatorsAsiaNorth AmericaBudget

    Mallplaza Expands in Colombia: Acquires Eight Shopping Centers for US$376 Million

    Mallplaza, a leading shopping center chain, has signed a binding agreement to acquire eight shopping centers in Colombia from the Gran Plaza chain, owned by the real estate fund Pactia. The acquisition, valued at approximately US$376 million, will increase Mallplaza's portfolio to 45 assets across Peru, Chile, and Colombia. The eight shopping centers generated an approximate Net Operating Income (NOI) of US$35.4 million in the last 12 months and will add 180,000 square meters of Gross Leasable Area (GLA) to Mallplaza's portfolio. This deal strengthens Mallplaza's regional platform and consolidates its presence in Colombia.
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