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North America news — August 23, 2026 - Page 3

Publications tagged with North America published on August 23, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 3 of 4.

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World Regulators Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:27 UTC
Trump Accuses Canada of Seeking State Benefits Without Being One
U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Canada of wanting 'the benefits of being a state, without being one' amid ongoing trade tensions. Trump's comments come after Canada announced retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods following the breakdown of trade negotiations. Trump also criticized Canada for imposing 'massive' tariffs on American farmers for many years.
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World Civil Rights Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:27 UTC
Kwara Fixes ₦5m Initial Deposit for 2027 Hajj
Kwara State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has set an initial deposit of ₦5m for intending pilgrims for the 2027 Hajj. The payment deadline and improved airlift arrangements have been announced.
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Politics Executive North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:27 UTC
Sen. Chris Van Hollen Explores 2028 Presidential Bid
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) has publicly acknowledged that he is considering a run for the presidency in 2028. In interviews and public appearances, he has been 'kicking the tires' on a potential campaign, suggesting that the Democratic Party needs to address affordability concerns.
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World Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Huamantlada 2026 Event Leaves One Dead and 11 Injured
The Huamantlada 2026 event in Tlaxcala resulted in one fatality and 11 injuries, with nine individuals requiring hospitalization. Among the injured was an American woman residing in Huejutla, Puebla state. This was confirmed by Rigoberto Zamudio Meneses, the head of the Health Secretariat (Sesa).
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Science North America China
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Canonical Funds PhD Project for C to Rust Translation
Canonical is funding a three-year PhD project at the University of Bristol to automate the translation of large C codebases into safe and maintainable Rust. The project is matched by UK Research and Innovation and will be led by Professor Meng Wang, with support from Dr. Cristina David and Jon Seager from Canonical.
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Society Bill North America Healthcare
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Canadians Delay or Skip Care: Survey
A survey reveals that more than half of Canadians have delayed or skipped medical care due to concerns about COVID-19. The findings highlight the impact of the pandemic on healthcare access and utilization.
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Politics Bill North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Renzi Calls for Center-Left Unity to Beat Right in Italian Elections
Matteo Renzi, former Italian Prime Minister, argues that the center-left can win elections by focusing on economic well-being, daily life issues, and less on ideology. He believes unity is key to stopping Giorgia Meloni's second term and electing a non-sovereign President in 2029.
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Business North America Budget Commodities
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
US Dollar Hits Record High Against Iranian Rial
The US dollar reached an all-time high against the Iranian rial on Sunday, climbing above 1.98 million rials in the open market. This marks another record high in the currency's value, following a trend of increasing foreign exchange rates in Iran. The euro and British pound also saw increases, reaching about 2,312,000 rials and 2,700,900 rials respectively.
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Business North America Budget Markets
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Oman's Public Revenues Surge by 13% in Q2 2026
Oman's public revenues witnessed a 13% increase in the second quarter of 2026, reaching approximately OMR6.602 billion ($17.14 billion). This growth was primarily driven by an increase in oil revenues, reflecting the recovery of the energy sector.
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Politics Middle East North America United Kingdom
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Mourinho's Real Madrid Wins 2-1 Against Espanyol in La Liga Opener
Real Madrid, under José Mourinho, secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Espanyol in their La Liga season opener. The game saw debuts for several new signings, including Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries, and Bernardo Silva. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring for Madrid in the 9th minute, but Álex Calatrava equalized for Espanyol in the 30th minute. The winning goal came in the 90th minute from substitute Carlos Espínola. Despite a challenging preseason, Madrid started their campaign with a win.
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Politics Regulators Trial Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Ukrainian Rocket 'Flamingo' Shot Down by Machine Gun Near Kursk
In a unique incident near Kursk, Russia, a mobile fire group from the 'BARS-Kursk' brigade successfully shot down a Ukrainian long-range guided rocket FP-5 'Flamingo' using a machine gun. The rocket was flying at an altitude below 50 meters and a speed of around 500 km/h. The soldiers involved will be awarded for their exceptional feat.
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Society Local Gov North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Dead Woman Found Near Meuse in Venlo, Police Suspect Crime
A deceased woman was discovered near the Meuse river in Venlo. Police are treating the case as a potential crime and are currently investigating. They are also attempting to locate the woman's next of kin.
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World Law Regulators Protest Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Trump's Foreign Policy Lacks Midterm Boost
President Trump faces midterm elections without significant foreign policy achievements, according to Reuters. His approval rating has dropped to 33%, a record low, due in part to unresolved crises in Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza. Republicans fear these issues could cost them control of Congress. Trump's reliance on economic and military pressure has not led to stable agreements, analysts note.
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U.S.Legislation Local Gov North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Trump Administration to Pay Liberia $5 Million for Deportees
The Trump administration has agreed to pay Liberia $5 million to accept up to 1,200 deportees over the next 12 months. The funds will come from U.S. taxpayers.
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World Middle East North America Oceanography
Aug 23, 2026, 18:26 UTC
Air India Express Flight Delayed 5 Hours Over Oxygen Cylinder Issue
An Air India Express flight from Ranchi to Bengaluru was delayed by five hours at Birsa Munda Airport due to an oxygen cylinder issue. A passenger had experienced breathing difficulty mid-flight, and after landing, the airline had to arrange oxygen cylinders from Delhi for the return flight to Bengaluru.
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Politics North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:25 UTC
Hillary Clinton Reportedly Planning Bill Clinton's Funeral Amid Health Concerns
Hillary Clinton is reportedly making funeral arrangements for her husband, former President Bill Clinton, as concerns grow about the 80-year-old's health. RadarOnline, citing unnamed sources, reports that Hillary is planning a traditional funeral service at Washington National Cathedral followed by burial at or near the Clinton Presidential Library in Arkansas. The report comes as Bill Clinton, who has a history of health issues including quadruple-bypass surgery and multiple hospitalizations, continues to make public appearances despite appearing frail.
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World Regulators Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:25 UTC
Trump Tells Canada 'Enough' on Tariffs
President Donald Trump has expressed frustration with Canada's retaliatory tariffs, stating 'That's enough' in response to the measures taken by Ottawa. The U.S. President's comments come as tensions rise between the two countries over trade disputes.
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World Europe North America Astronomy
Aug 23, 2026, 18:25 UTC
Series of Earthquakes Strike Japan
A series of earthquakes have hit Japan within the past 24 hours. The first, a magnitude 5.7, occurred near the east coast of Honshu at 2:00 AM local time, followed by a magnitude 5.8 earthquake 4 km NNW of Toride. Later in the day, two magnitude 6 earthquakes struck off the coast of Urakawa and near Honchō, respectively. All earthquakes had depths ranging from 37 to 43 km.
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U.S.Executive North America
Aug 23, 2026, 18:25 UTC
U.S. Approves $2.3 Billion Sale of Black Hawk Helicopters to Norway
The U.S. Department of State has approved a potential sale of 21 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters and related equipment to Norway for $2.3 billion. The package includes 46 engines, missile-warning and countermeasure systems, communications and navigation equipment, machine guns, rescue gear, winterization equipment, and training.
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Society Local Gov North America Ukraine
Aug 23, 2026, 18:25 UTC
Illegal Migrant Rescued in California Desert
An illegal migrant was rescued after getting stranded in the California desert following a border crossing from Mexico. The rescue required coordination, urgency, and determination.
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World North America Earth
Aug 23, 2026, 15:45 UTC
Hawk Fire Near Reno Grows to 15,000 Acres, Sparks Evacuations
The Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada has grown to over 15,000 acres, prompting evacuations for tens of thousands of residents. The fire is human-caused but the exact reason remains under investigation. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency, and over 700 firefighters are battling the blaze. The fire is 27% contained as of now.
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World Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 15:45 UTC
Trump Criticizes Canada's Trade Policies
Donald Trump has criticized Canada for what he perceives as unfair trade practices. In a series of posts, he accused Canada of wanting 'the benefits of being a state without being one' and imposing 'massive tariffs' on U.S. farmers for years, stating that this practice should end.
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World Middle East North America
Aug 23, 2026, 15:39 UTC
Canada Unites Against Trump's Tariffs
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, Canadian leaders have vowed to retaliate. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and an unnamed official have both stated that Canada will operate as the 'United Canadian Team', using all available tools to impose equivalent pressure on the U.S.
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Politics North America
Aug 23, 2026, 15:32 UTC
Hunter Biden Praises Father's Ukraine Visit, Criticizes Trump's Response
Hunter Biden, son of former US President Joe Biden, praised his father for visiting Ukraine during the war in 2022 at the age of 81, traveling by military plane and train to Kyiv. He criticized former President Donald Trump for not visiting the war zone and instead traveling in an armored car with his 'lady friend' instead of the person responsible for nuclear codes.
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