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North America news — August 23, 2026

Publications tagged with North America published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

89 publications

  1. PoliticsMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth America

    Lula Defends Investigation into Son Amid Influence Peddling Allegations

    President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) defended the continuation of investigations targeting his eldest son, Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as Lulinha, who is suspected of influence peddling and corruption. Lula stated that his son, like anyone else, must be investigated if he has acted incorrectly. Lulinha is the target of three investigations, with probes focusing on alleged influence peddling and corruption involving companies with the federal government. The investigations were authorized by the Supreme Federal Court (STF) in late July, with Minister André Mendonça serving as the relator for two of the cases and Minister Flávio Dino overseeing the third. Lulinha's proximity to lobbyist Roberta Luchsinger, who was a target of Operation Sem Desconto, brought him into the radar of investigations.
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  4. PoliticsBillMiddle EastNorth America

    Lavrov Warns NATO, EU on Military Aid to Ukraine

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stated that NATO and EU countries are attempting to publicly distance themselves from their involvement in military aid to Ukraine. Lavrov noted that Moscow views European countries' influence on strikes against Russia as participation in the war and will hold them accountable. He specifically mentioned 'openly Russophobic elites' in Britain, Brussels, Paris, Berlin, and other NATO and EU countries.
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  5. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaEarth

    Egyptian Consortium Completes Tanzania's Julius Nyerere Dam and Hydroelectric Power Station

    Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the inauguration of Tanzania's Julius Nyerere Dam and Hydroelectric Power Station, highlighting Egypt's growing soft power in Africa. The project, implemented by an Egyptian consortium comprising The Arab Contractors and Elsewedy Electric, is one of Tanzania's major strategic undertakings in hydroelectric power generation. It aims to meet the country's growing electricity needs, reduce flood risks, and support economic development. The dam is a testament to Egyptian expertise in implementing major international projects and reflects the strong partnership between Egypt's public sector and private companies.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    UK Train Disruption: CrossCountry Cancels Services After Birmingham Power Cut

    A power cut at the control center in Birmingham has caused significant disruption to CrossCountry train services across the UK. Almost all routes have been cancelled, including popular ones like Glasgow to Edinburgh, Manchester to Birmingham, and Cheltenham to Cardiff. A near-normal service is expected between Peterborough, Cambridge, and Stansted Airport. Tickets bought for Sunday's travel can be used with other train operators or remain valid until Wednesday. Passengers are advised to check their journeys with National Rail Enquiries.
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  7. PoliticsNorth AmericaAmerican FootballCollege

    Patriots' Drake Maye Unlikely to Play in Preseason Games

    New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is unlikely to play in any preseason games this year. The Patriots have been keeping their starters, including Maye, out of preseason action to protect them from injury. Maye had a strong showing in joint practices against the Philadelphia Eagles, which may have factored into the decision to keep him out of the games. The Patriots have also been cautious with other key players like wide receiver A.J. Brown and running back Rhamondre Stevenson. The team's final preseason game is against the Cleveland Browns on August 27.
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  10. PoliticsNorth America

    Fentanyl Deaths Drop 22% Under Trump Administration's Crackdown

    Fentanyl deaths have decreased by 22% due to the Trump administration's efforts to combat the drug crisis. This includes multiple coordinated law enforcement actions. The reduction in deaths is attributed to the administration's policies, with one U.S. Representative stating that Republicans will send illegal aliens home to their countries, unlike Democrats who would send them into neighborhoods.
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  12. U.S.Local GovNorth America

    Mike Rogers Calls for Michigan Data Center Moratorium

    Republican Mike Rogers, running for Senate in Michigan, has called for a one-year moratorium on data center construction until residents' questions about such projects are answered. Rogers cited conversations with voters during his campaign as the reason behind his support for the pause. He joins other high-profile politicians, like Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who have recently shifted their stances on data centers.
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  13. PoliticsBillLegislationRegulatorsNorth America

    U.S. Pushes Legislation to Force Netherlands to Ban ASML's China Sales

    The United States is advancing legislation, the MATCH Act, which would compel the Netherlands to ban all remaining sales and services of ASML's lithography devices to China within 150 days, under threat of secondary sanctions. The bill targets older DUV devices still legal under Dutch laws. China accounted for 33% of ASML's sales in 2025. The measure has bipartisan support and is attached to the defense budget. Dutch Minister of Trade has called the move 'undesirable' but chances of blocking it are assessed as low.
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  14. SocietyMiddle EastNorth AmericaWhite-collar

    Transport Strike in Lima and Callao Cancelled After Meeting with President Keiko Fujimori

    A planned strike by transport workers in Lima and Callao, scheduled for August 25, has been cancelled following a meeting with President Keiko Fujimori and other authorities. The strike was called due to constant attacks and extortion faced by drivers, collectors, and passengers. After the meeting, transport unions expressed satisfaction with the measures and commitments proposed by the Executive, leading them to suspend the strike.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaBiodiversity

    Israel, Syria Hold Secret Talks to Ease Tensions After Airbase Strike

    Following Israel's strike on a Syrian airbase, high-ranking officials from both countries held a secret meeting in Jordan to de-escalate tensions. The Israeli strike, which targeted the Abu al-Duhur airbase, was aimed at preventing a Turkish military buildup at the site. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Mossad chief Roman Gofman attended the meeting. Al-Shaibani denied any intention to allow Turkey to create a military presence at the base, but admitted that Turkish military officers had visited the site. The US is also involved in efforts to prevent further escalation between Israel, Turkey, and Syria.
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  18. SocietyLocal GovNorth America

    Ex-Employees Demand Wages from Hancheng Property Management

    Former employees of Hancheng Property Management Company are demanding the return of their wages. They allege that 20% of their wages were deducted, amounting to tens of thousands of yuan, supposedly for safety measures. Those who returned to China were imprisoned but have since been released. The employees threaten to report to domestic authorities if their demand is not met.
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  19. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Iranian Delegation Visits Iraq to Thank Nation for Support at Ayatollah Khamenei's Funeral

    A special delegation sent by Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei visited Iraq to express gratitude for the Iraqi government's and people's support during the funeral of the late leader. The Iranian delegation praised Iraq's official and popular positions and emphasized the continuation of strong ties between the two nations. They also thanked Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani and the religious authority in Najaf, the Iraqi state, security forces, the Popular Mobilization Forces, and the mawkib organizers for their support.
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  20. PoliticsRegulatorsTrialNorth America

    NFL Player Attempts to Re-enter NCAA Transfer Portal

    Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Dae'Quan Wright has become the first active NFL player to enter the NCAA transfer portal, aiming to regain college eligibility. Wright, who played under Lane Kiffin at Ole Miss, was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles after going undrafted and was later claimed by the Browns. The unusual move comes after a Louisiana court granted a temporary restraining order, allowing some players to pursue another year of college football. Browns head coach Todd Monken expressed surprise at Wright's actions, noting that Kiffin had reached out to him a week ago. Wright's status remains uncertain as the Browns deal with injuries at the tight end position.
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  22. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S. Accuses China of Using Mexico to Evade Tariffs; Mexico Denies Involvement

    A White House report alleges a global 'shadow transshipment' network routing Chinese goods through countries like Mexico to avoid U.S. tariffs. Mexican labor leader Alejandro Martinez Ariza discusses potential impacts on American and Mexican workers. However, Mexican data from 2025 suggests otherwise, showing minimal increase in Chinese imports despite record exports to the U.S., particularly in machinery and computing sectors. Mexican officials attribute this growth to increased U.S. demand for technology linked to artificial intelligence.
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