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North America news — August 1, 2026 - Page 28

Publications tagged with North America published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 28 of 31.

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  1. PoliticsRegulatorsNorth America

    US Senate Advances Russia, Iran Sanctions Bill

    The US Senate has advanced a bipartisan bill that would allow President Trump to impose sanctions on major buyers of Russian and Iranian energy resources. The bill, named after late Senator Lindsey Graham, targets Russia's energy sector and its largest buyers, as well as Iran's energy and weapons sectors. It also gives Trump authority to impose tariffs on the top five buyers of Russian oil and gas, including China and India. The bill still needs to be approved in a final vote by the Senate and reviewed in the House of Representatives.
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  2. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Flagship 'My Documents' Office Coming to VDNKh

    Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has announced the construction of a new flagship 'My Documents' office on VDNKh. This office will not only serve as a convenient facility for visitors to the main exhibition but also function as a district center for government services for residents of the Ostankinsky District. The new flagship is expected to have spacious waiting areas, a children's play area, zones for additional services, and self-service electronic services. Its completion is planned for 2027.
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  3. SocietyNorth AmericaGenderJusticeFood

    CBC's Misleading Report on Ontario's Supervised Consumption Sites

    The CBC published an 'investigative' story on July 5, suggesting that the closure of Ontario’s supervised consumption sites has been exacerbating the province’s overdose crisis. However, a broader look at the data suggests that post-closure outcomes have actually been inconclusive or positive, and the broadcaster is accused of using cherry-picked figures to push activist propaganda.
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  7. SocietyAfricaNorth AmericaEarth

    US Schools Deploy Pepper-Spraying Drones to Combat Active Shooters

    Several schools in Florida, Georgia, and Colorado are installing pepper-spraying drones to rapidly respond to active shooter situations. The drones, which can reach a shooter within 15 seconds, are equipped with strobe lights, sirens, and pepper gel dispensers. They can also break windows and ram attackers if necessary. The initiative, inspired by battlefield technology, aims to provide an additional layer of security and distract shooters until law enforcement arrives. Critics, however, question whether military-style technology belongs in schools.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    GCC Secretary-General Condemns Iranian Attacks on Kuwait and Jordan

    The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassim Al-Budaiwi, has condemned the recent attacks by armed groups loyal to Iran on Iraq, targeting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He also condemned Iran's renewed attacks on Kuwait and Jordan, reaffirming the solidarity of GCC member countries with these two nations. The Secretary-General of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, Jassim Mohammed Al-Badi, further condemned these attacks, describing them as a violation of international law and a threat to regional security. He expressed the full solidarity of GCC countries with Kuwait and Jordan, supporting their efforts to protect their security and sovereignty.
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  9. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth America

    US Calls OAS Meeting Over Nicaragua's Election Abolition

    The United States requested an emergency meeting of the Organization of American States (OAS) to address Nicaragua's decision to abolish elections. The move, announced by President Daniel Ortega, was condemned by the US and other countries as a violation of democratic principles and a threat to regional security. The OAS Permanent Council agreed to convene a meeting of foreign ministers to discuss the crisis, citing concerns about mass migration, external influence, and human rights abuses.
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  12. PoliticsElectionsProtestNorth America

    Senate Election: Voting for Two Candidates

    In the upcoming 2026 elections, voters will choose two representatives for the Senate. To avoid invalid votes, understand that the electronic voting machine will ask for two votes. Choose two different candidates, as repeating the same number will nullify the second vote. Ensure to check the photo and vote only for candidates from your state. If voting for only one candidate, the first vote remains valid, and the second can be left blank or null.
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  14. SocietyLocal GovAsiaNorth America

    Chicago Mayor Proposes Reparations for ICE Raid Victims

    Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has proposed a ballot referendum seeking financial compensation and reparations for communities affected by ICE immigration raids under the Trump administration's 'Operation Midway Blitz'. The referendum, approved by the City Council, asks voters if Chicago should pursue all lawful means to recover money from the federal government for economic harms caused by the raids. Johnson cited examples of harsh tactics used during the raids, including a Black man subjected to an illegal chokehold and women and children being zip-tied and thrown into vehicles. The referendum would seek compensation for costs such as lost tax revenue, public safety responses, and services provided to affected residents and families.
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  15. BusinessLawNorth AmericaUnited Kingdom

    Chamber Chief Walter Ruck Resigns Amid Wiretapping Scandal

    Walter Ruck, the head of Vienna's Chamber of Commerce and Economic Chamber, resigned on Thursday following a wiretapping scandal that revealed nepotism, misogynistic remarks, and deals with Vienna's mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ). The pressure from his party, ÖVP, and other political figures led to his resignation. His former deputy, Margarete Kriz-Zwittkovits, will take over. Ruck's resignation comes after he was expelled from his party and faced criticism from Chancellor Christian Stocker and WKÖ President Martha Schultz.
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  16. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastNorth America

    South Korean Envoy Praises Turkish UAV Technology

    The Ambassador of South Korea to Ankara, Boo Sukjong, has praised the advanced technology of Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). He highlighted the potential for cooperation between South Korea and Turkey in this sector through technology exchange and joint research. Sukjong also mentioned that Turkey's UAV sector has proven its high-level technology through exports to many countries.
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  17. WorldPolicyMiddle EastNorth America

    Kuwait's Role in U.S. Strikes on Iran

    Kuwaiti government's complicity in U.S. aggression against Iran is under scrutiny. American missile systems are being fired from Kuwaiti soil, targeting various points in Iran. Kuwait's ambassador to the U.S. denied these allegations, stating that Kuwait had not permitted its territory for offensive operations. Social media posts show intense missile launches from Kuwaiti territory, sparking fierce debate in the Kuwaiti parliament.
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  19. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Grealish Misses Manchester City's Asian Tour Due to Injury Recovery

    Jack Grealish has been left out of Manchester City's preseason tour of Hong Kong and Seoul due to not having fully recovered from a foot injury sustained during his loan spell at Everton. The 30-year-old midfielder, who is entering the final year of his contract with City, has been open about his rehabilitation process and has denied reports that he was 'left out' of the squad. His future at the club remains uncertain, with Everton reportedly interested in another loan move and other clubs, including those in the Saudi Pro League, also showing interest. Meanwhile, City's preseason tour will feature matches against Inter Milan, K-League All Stars, and Atlético Madrid.
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  20. WorldNorth AmericaBudget

    Japan Temporarily Slashes Food Tax to 1% for Inflation Relief

    Japan's government has announced a temporary reduction of the consumption tax on food from 8% to 1%, effective from April next year. This move aims to alleviate the pressure on living costs in the world's fourth largest economy, which are being exacerbated by the war in the Middle East and a weak Japanese yen. The program is expected to cost $61 billion and economists have warned about potential inflation.
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