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North America news — August 25, 2026

Publications tagged with North America published on August 25, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

16 publications

  1. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCaribbean

    Presidential Race: Flávio Bolsonaro and Lula Lead in Key States

    According to Quaest polls, Flávio Bolsonaro (PL) and Lula (PT) are leading the presidential race in several states. In Paraná, Bolsonaro has 41% and Lula 23%. In Rio Grande do Norte, Lula leads with 56%, while Bolsonaro has 19%. In São Paulo, both candidates are statistically tied with 30% each. In Amazonas, Lula has 38% and Bolsonaro 35%.
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  3. U.S.North America

    SpaceX to Invest $100 Billion in Louisiana Spaceport

    SpaceX has officially announced plans to build 'Starbase, Louisiana,' a new spaceport near Pecan Island. The project, expected to start construction in 2027 and launch its first Starship in 2029, will support thousands of annual launches. The self-sustaining spaceport will include propellant production, power generation, deep-water shipping capabilities, vehicle processing facilities, and an airport. SpaceX commits to investing at least $100 billion and creating over 3,000 jobs, hiring heavily from nearby communities.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S. Issues Security Alert for Mexicali, Suspends Activities Due to Threat

    The U.S. government has issued a security alert for its citizens in Mexicali, Baja California, warning of a potential threat. All U.S. government activities and travel to the city have been suspended for August 25. U.S. citizens are advised to avoid government buildings, seek shelter in case of an incident, and follow instructions from Mexican law enforcement.
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  5. SocietyNorth America

    Restaurant Serves Disabled Woman Offensive Birthday Message

    Antonia Sinibaldi, a 29-year-old singer-songwriter who uses a wheelchair, was shocked to find an offensive message on her birthday dessert at Blu On The Hudson in Weehawken, New Jersey. The message read 'Happy Birthday Wheelchair,' causing Sinibaldi immediate distress. The restaurant later apologized, attributing the incident to a misunderstanding in their ticketing system.
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  6. PoliticsRegulatorsPeaceMiddle EastNorth America

    U.S. Asks Ukraine to Temporarily Halt Attacks on Moscow and St. Petersburg

    The United States reportedly asked Ukraine to temporarily refrain from attacking Moscow and St. Petersburg during the visit of CIA Director John Ratcliffe. This request was confirmed by multiple sources, including a Ukrainian government source and a U.S. news outlet. The visit was first reported by CBS News, and the last known CIA director visit to Russia was in November 2021.
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  8. U.S.AppointmentsLeadershipNorth America

    Sean Duffy's 'The Great American Road Trip' Launches on YouTube

    Former 'The Real World' star and current U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's reality show, 'The Great American Road Trip', has finally premiered on YouTube. The show, which follows Duffy and his family as they travel across the country, has sparked controversy due to its timing amidst the Iran war and rising gas prices. Critics have also raised ethical concerns about the show's funding and its potential political implications. John Oliver dedicated a segment on 'Last Week Tonight' to discuss the show, while Jon Allsop reviewed it for his newsletter.
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  9. U.S.LawLegislationLocal GovNorth America

    Trump's Trade War with Canada Threatens GOP's Midterm Hopes

    President Donald Trump's escalation of a trade war with Canada is putting Republican senators in key states at risk ahead of the midterm elections. The dispute, which could lead to higher prices and scrambled supply chains for Americans, is drawing criticism from GOP lawmakers in states like Maine, Michigan, Ohio, and Alaska, where Canada is an important trading partner. Democrats are seizing on the issue to attack Republicans for not standing up to Trump's policies. The president has shown no signs of backing down, instead blasting Canada for 'ripping off' the United States and threatening further tariffs.
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  12. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Colombian President Visits Argentine Troops Aiding Earthquake Relief

    Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella visited Argentine troops assisting in humanitarian tasks following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake in Colombia. The president praised their efforts at the Pacific Warehouses in Quibdó, Chocó, where aid is being organized for affected areas. The Argentine contingent includes personnel from the Army and Air Force providing logistical support, communications, medical assistance, water purification, and field rations. This operation is part of a bilateral cooperation effort between Colombia and Argentina to strengthen response capacity to complex geographical and health conditions in the affected department.
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  13. SportsNorth AmericaBox OfficeAmerican Football

    Roger Federer Returns to US Open for Exhibition Match

    Roger Federer is set to play an exhibition match at the US Open on Tuesday, his first time back at Arthur Ashe Stadium since 2019. The 45-year-old tennis legend, who won five consecutive US Open titles from 2004 to 2008, will play doubles with John McEnroe against Andy Roddick and Andre Agassi. Federer has ruled out a full-time return to tennis, citing age, injuries, and a busy schedule. He sees this match as an opportunity to say thank you and goodbye to his fans in New York.
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  15. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    PKOl President Disputes Zondacrypto Watch Gift Claims

    The President of Poland's Office for Competition and Consumer Protection (PKOl), Radosław Piesiewicz, has denied media reports that he received a watch worth 40,000 euros from the head of Zondacrypto in exchange for help with stock exchange problems at UOKiK. Piesiewicz showed a certificate of a watch worth over 170,000 PLN, given to him by the head of Zondacrypto, with his name and an address in Turin. However, Piesiewicz does not live at that address, which contains tourist apartments for rent.
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