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U.S. news — October 15, 2026

U.S. publications published on October 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

6 publications

  1. U.S.AppointmentsNorth America

    Microsoft Warns U.S. Tech Industry Could Be Crippled by Green-Card Restrictions

    Microsoft President Brad Smith has expressed concern that recent U.S. government moves to restrict access to green cards for qualified foreign workers could harm the competitiveness of the U.S. tech industry and drive talent abroad. Smith rejected claims by U.S. officials that Microsoft had abused the H-1B visa program, stating that the company uses the same pay system for all employees regardless of their immigration status. He also noted that Microsoft hired over 9,000 U.S.-born workers last year.
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  4. U.S.North AmericaCommodities

    Russia Starts Diesel Exports to U.S., Aims for 10% Market Share

    Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced that the first deliveries of Russian diesel to the U.S. have begun, with plans to reach a 10% share of the global diesel market by the end of 2026. This move is expected to increase oil refining in Russia, boost budget revenues, and provide opportunities for investments. Novak also mentioned that Russia will continue importing gasoline until the end of the year to meet domestic demand.
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  5. U.S.PolicyNorth America

    U.S. Deploys Hundreds of Troops to Latin America for Anti-Drug Campaign

    The U.S. military is sending hundreds of troops to Latin America as part of an expanded campaign against drug trafficking. Around 600 soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division will deploy to Panama for jungle training exercises, followed by joint exercises with local forces in Colombia and Honduras. The troops may also support U.S. Special Operations forces in raids against suspected drug traffickers. Additionally, the Pentagon has moved MQ-9 Reaper drones to Colombia and Ecuador, and U.S. commanders are planning to expand strikes from maritime targets to land-based objectives.
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  6. U.S.ExecutiveRegulatorsGovernance

    Ohio Governor Signs Order Granting Class of 2022 Athletes Fifth Year of Eligibility

    Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an executive order allowing athletes who graduated from high school in 2022 to play a fifth year, defying the NCAA's new eligibility rule. The order gives Ohio colleges the option to allow these athletes to compete despite the NCAA's position that they have already exhausted their eligibility. The move comes amidst ongoing legal battles challenging the NCAA's age-based eligibility policy.
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