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North America news — August 1, 2026 - Page 14

Publications tagged with North America published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 14 of 31.

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  3. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaHardware

    Chinese Military Uses U.S. AI Models for Defense Systems

    Chinese military researchers have been using outputs from advanced AI models developed by U.S. companies OpenAI and Anthropic to train domestic AI systems, according to a Reuters review of over 80 Chinese academic papers and patents. This technique, known as 'model distillation', allows for the development of smaller, specialized AI systems that can operate locally with fewer computational resources. The practice has raised concerns in Washington about intellectual property rights and export controls, while China denies any wrongdoing.
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  4. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Mystery Surrounds Venezuelan Oil Shipments to Cuba in 2025

    In 2025, Venezuela sent oil shipments to Cuba, but their actual destinations remain uncertain. Panamanian businessman Ramón Carretero Napolitano, linked to Chinese companies, was involved in these transactions worth approximately US$2.6 billion. While some shipments were reportedly sent to alleviate Cuba's energy crisis, their final destinations could not be confirmed.
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  5. WorldJudiciaryRegulatorsNorth AmericaLogistics

    BP Sells North Sea Business Amidst UK Energy Policy Uncertainty

    British oil and gas giant BP is selling its North Sea business, which includes five production hubs and employs approximately 1,100 people. The company cited punitive climate regulations and windfall taxes as factors driving its decision. BP's move comes as new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces pressure to ease restrictions on oil and gas production in the North Sea. Supporters of expanded drilling argue it would help reduce energy prices and contribute to the country's energy security.
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  8. 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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  11. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaCommodities

    South Korean Giant Posco Expands Lithium Production in Argentina

    The Government of Argentina approved the second phase of the Sal de Oro lithium project, led by South Korean steel giant Posco. The $547 million investment aims to produce 23,000 tons of lithium carbonate annually, generating over $300 million in exports. This expansion boosts Argentina's lithium chain and aligns with Posco's global production goals.
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  12. PoliticsLocal GovNorth America

    Sony Stands Firm on Ending Physical Game Discs by 2028

    Sony has reiterated its decision to stop producing physical game discs for PlayStation consoles by January 2028, despite significant backlash from players. The company cited shifting consumer preferences towards digital formats and the progression of digitalization across all media as the primary reasons for the decision. Sony acknowledged the strong views of the gaming community but expressed its commitment to moving forward with this plan.
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  14. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Announces Agreement for Hamas Disarmament, Israeli Withdrawal from Gaza

    US President Donald Trump has announced an agreement for the full disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in the Gaza Strip. Once disarmed, Israel will withdraw its military forces from the region. The agreement was brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, with an international force and new Palestinian police set to oversee the transition. Neither Israel nor Hamas has publicly confirmed the deal yet.
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  19. SocietyLocal GovNorth America

    Rappi Co-Founder's Controversial Unpaid Job Offer Sparks Debate

    Andrés Bilbao, co-founder of Rappi, faced backlash after posting an unpaid internship offer on LinkedIn. The job posting sought an audiovisual content creator, highlighting learning opportunities but not mentioning payment. Critics argued that such offers normalize labor precarity. Minister of Labor Antonio Sanguino rejected the proposal, warning against disguising labor exploitation as entrepreneurship. Bilbao later clarified that the offer was meant to be paid, attributing the confusion to communication errors.
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  21. SocietyLawElectionsNorth America

    Vermont Governor Defies Trump on Mail-in Voting

    Vermont's Republican Governor Phil Scott has drawn a hard line against President Trump's demand to limit mail-in voting, defending state-run elections and mail-in ballots. Scott, appearing on a panel, argued that states have the right to manage their own elections and rejected Trump's call for Republicans to 'nationalize' elections. He pointed out that mail-in voting has increased Republican participation in Vermont and led to a boost in GOP representation in the state legislature.
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  22. WorldPolicyMiddle EastNorth America

    Hezbollah Condemns US Aggression on Iraq

    Hezbollah, the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon, has strongly condemned the US aggression on Iraq, resulting in deaths and injuries. They view this as a violation of international law and Iraqi sovereignty, with potential grave consequences for the region. Hezbollah criticizes Saudi Arabia's participation in the attack, urging dialogue instead of military action. They call for an Arab, Islamic, and international stance against US policies and stand with Iraq.
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