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North America news — September 15, 2026

Publications tagged with North America published on September 15, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

21 publications

  1. SportsMiddle EastNorth AmericaMotorsports

    Cruz Azul's Travel Delay Complicates Match Against Inter Miami

    Cruz Azul's planned trip to the US for their Campeones Cup match against Inter Miami has been delayed due to a plane issue. The team was originally scheduled to fly on Monday but couldn't due to a weight and balance failure. The delay leaves Cruz Azul with less time to prepare for the match, which is set for Wednesday, September 16, at 6:00 PM Central Mexico time at the Nu Stadium. Despite the delay, Cruz Azul is confident and arrives with high morale after defeating América in the Classic Joven.
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  3. U.S.LawLocal GovNorth America

    US Bond Market Turmoil: Yields Reach Highest Level Since 2007

    The yield on 10-year US Treasury notes has surged to its highest level since 2007, driven by factors such as Trump's economic policies, increasing public debt, and geopolitical tensions like the war in Iran. This rise in yields is causing concern worldwide, as it increases borrowing costs for consumers, businesses, and governments alike. The bond market sell-off is also threatening to slow global economic growth and tighten financial conditions.
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  6. U.S.AppointmentsNorth America

    National Hispanic Heritage Month Begins Across the U.S.

    National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15, honors the cultural diversity and contributions of Latinos in the U.S. The month-long observance began as a week in 1968 and was expanded to 30 days in 1988. It starts on September 15 to coincide with the anniversary of independence for several Latin American countries and Mexico's independence day. The U.S. Hispanic population, over 70 million, is the largest racial or ethnic minority, representing around 20% of the total population. The month provides an opportunity for people to learn about Hispanic cultures and celebrate the community's achievements.
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  7. WorldJudiciaryNorth America

    North Carolina Lawmakers Push for Fair Data Center Rates

    North Carolina lawmakers, including @NCAGO Jeff Jackson, are advocating for data centers to pay their fair share of energy costs. They propose creating a separate rate class for data centers to prevent them from increasing utility bills for families. The Utilities Commission is urged to make Duke Energy's voluntary pledge legally binding to protect North Carolinians from unfair rate increases.
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  8. SocietyLocal GovCivil RightsNorth America

    Massachusetts Family Fights State Over Transgender Teen Daughter

    A Massachusetts family is battling the state for custody of their teenage daughter after she was socially transitioned at school without their knowledge. The parents, devout Catholics, refuse to affirm their daughter as a boy, leading to the state taking custody and preventing contact. The family alleges that the state is now seeking to administer high-dose testosterone without a full psychological evaluation. A court hearing is set for October 29.
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  10. WorldBillMiddle EastNorth America

    China Rejects Philippine Claims on Nansha Islands

    The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China has rejected the claims of the Philippines on the Nansha Islands, stating that they are China's inherent territory and that China is acting within its sovereign rights in the area. China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, emphasized that the Philippines' claims, which include Huangyan Island and most of the Nansha Islands, are illegal and invalid.
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  11. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaSouth America

    Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro Tied in Presidential Race, According to Quaest Poll

    A new national survey by Quaest, released on September 14, shows Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro (PL-RJ) tied in first and second-round simulations, with less than three weeks left before the presidential elections. This is the first time since April that Flávio Bolsonaro has a numerical lead over Lula in the second round, although considering the 2-point margin of error, there remains a technical tie between the senator and the president.
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  12. U.S.ExecutiveNorth America

    US Secures Historic Oil Deal with Venezuela

    Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced a significant victory for the US, securing a deal with Venezuela to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) at a fraction of the current cost. This deal, facilitated by the Trump administration, provides the US access to approximately 65 billion barrels of oil, potentially shifting global energy dynamics and reducing reliance on Middle Eastern suppliers.
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  13. PoliticsSummitMiddle EastNorth America

    Russia Ready for Ukraine Talks, Lavrov Says

    Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has stated that Russia is ready for a new round of negotiations on Ukraine, emphasizing that Russia has never attempted to complicate the process. He noted that Russia is open to both bilateral and trilateral talks and is willing to discuss its position. However, Lavrov stressed that the special military operation in Ukraine will continue during any negotiations. He also suggested that the war could have been avoided if the US had not abandoned agreements reached in Anchorage.
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  14. WorldTreatyMiddle EastNorth America

    Cambodia, Thailand Hold UNCLOS Meeting to Resolve Maritime Border Dispute

    Cambodia and Thailand held a closed-door meeting in Singapore today, presided over by Catherine Cooper, the Chairman of the UNCLOS Conciliation Commission. The two countries discussed relevant disputed issues within the framework of the commission. This meeting follows Cambodia's initiation of a mandatory conciliation process under UNCLOS in June. Cambodia aims to form a comprehensive maritime boundary treaty with Thailand, while Thailand has expressed good intentions in joining the process.
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  17. WorldMiddle EastNorth AmericaBudget

    Ukraine's $27 Billion Defense Budget Hole Stuns EU Backers

    Ukraine's plea for an additional $27 billion to plug a defense budget hole has surprised and unsettled its European backers. The request, made by Ukrainian Prime Minister Koretskiy, was described as a 'bomb' by a European diplomat. The EU is questioning whether Ukraine is spending funds efficiently and whether some of its needs are exaggerated. Ukraine's backers are now asking for detailed explanations of the budget deficit.
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  19. PoliticsCivil RightsNorth AmericaBudget

    Socialist Senate Nominee Lamenting Taxes, Student Loan Debt

    Florida Democratic Senate nominee Angie Nixon, an avowed socialist, is complaining about having to pay taxes and student loans despite earning over five times the median income of an average American worker. She owns two homes and made at least $270,000 last year. Nixon owes nearly $14,000 in unpaid taxes and $17,600 in student loans. She has a history of tax delinquency and has not budgeted any earnings to repay her student loans.
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  20. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastNorth America

    Iran Refuses Talks with US Until Its Conditions Met

    Mohsen Rezaii, the Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, warns against being misled by US President Trump's contradictory signals on negotiations, from 'no talks' to 'we're ready to talk'. He emphasizes that Iran will not engage in talks until its conditions are met, despite changes in the risks surrounding oil and the straits. Attempts to control the aftermath, he asserts, will not prevent future events.
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  21. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Trump Doesn't Rule Out Meeting Delcy Rodríguez in New York

    Donald Trump has not ruled out the possibility of meeting with Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela's acting president, during the United Nations General Assembly in New York. When asked about the potential meeting, Trump responded, "Maybe. Well, now we have the oil. We're receiving millions of barrels of oil per month." The meeting, if it occurs, would take place amidst an ongoing energy arrangement between the U.S. and Venezuela.
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