Events for “america”

Latin America’s parks are being overtaken by teens fighting fierce ‘aura farming’ battles

Almost anywhere in the world, the “6-7” hand gesture and the dab are simply nonsensical relics of internet culture. But in public squares and university courtyards across Latin America, these moves are the weapons of choice among teenagers and college students in a new type of co

Ecuador intelligence chief and five Americans killed in Kenya helicopter crash

Michele Sensi-Contugi and his wife Stephany Hollihan are among the seven people killed in the crash.

'The Great American Road Trip' Is An Incoherent Mess, Even If You Ignore All The Ethical Issues

Our very own Collin Woodard received a severe debuff to intelligence from watching every episode of 'The Great American Road Trip' so you don't have to!

Why Bank of America strategist Michael Hartnett says the trade is still long gold

Simon Cowell to Undergo Surgery Amid ‘America’s Got Talent’ Live Shows, Celeb Guests to Fill in as Judges

The mogul's procedure will cause him to miss several weeks of the series.

Most Americans retire with this much banked in savings, but is it actually enough for you?

Nia Archives announces massive ‘Emotional’ world tour of UK, Europe, North America, Japan and Australia

The new dates come in support of her recently released, Mercury Prize shortlisted album The post Nia Archives announces massive ‘Emotional’ world tour of UK, Europe, North America, Japan and Australia appeared first on NME .

General Motors Company (GM) Spends $4.5B on Chips: Is Ford Motor Company (F) Betting Bigger on America?

Tariffs just pushed Hyundai deeper into America

America’s Desert Metropolis Is on the Short List to Lose Water - The New York Times

America’s Desert Metropolis Is on the Short List to Lose Water The New York Times Opinion | Don’t drain the Colorado River. Create water instead. The Washington Post Federal government orders steep Colorado River water cuts for Arizona, California and Nevada ABC News - Breaking N

You Can Now Deduct Car Loan Interest but Only if the Final Assembly Happened in America. Here’s How to Check If a Car Qualifies

Adviser to far-right Latin American leaders arrested for allegedly plotting to kill girlfriend

Fernando Cerimedo, 42, arrested on suspicion of ordering shooting of Bolivian lawyer Nadia Beller A senior adviser to many of Latin America’s new wave of far-right leaders has been arrested for allegedly masterminding the attempted murder of his girlfriend. The businessman and po

America’s Fastest Growing Retirement Town Is Not in Florida or Arizona

The 2026 NYC Marathon Will Include Previous Champions—and the American Record Holder

This November, Conner Mantz will race in his first marathon since breaking the American record in 2025.

2026 Dodge Durango Hellcat Quick Review: Unapologetically American

Built in Detroit with all the horsepower Dodge can offer, the three-row Durango Hellcat SUV is now on its ninth life. The post 2026 Dodge Durango Hellcat Quick Review: Unapologetically American appeared first on The Drive .

Ecuador intelligence chief and five Americans killed in Kenya helicopter crash

Michele Sensi-Contugi and his wife Stephany Hollihan are among the seven people killed in the crash.

Synthetic everything is warping America

A shadowy polling firm confessed this week to faking survey results in two marquee races — then claimed the entire operation was a "short-term social experiment" on misinformation. Why it matters: An AI-enabled flood of synthetic and outright fabricated content is wreaking havoc

From AI tools to alcohol drops: The unexpected forces driving America's crime decline

The U.S. is experiencing one of the steepest and most widespread crime declines in modern history. Researchers aren't exactly sure why — but they have theories: Early research points to a mix of factors — declining alcohol and drug use since the COVID pandemic, AI-fueled policing

America's elections are getting caught in a fight over the mail

President Trump's push to restrict mail-in voting through the U.S. Postal Service could allow the federal government to exert control over voting data and state-run elections, voting rights groups say. Why it matters: The proposed rule could scramble the 2026 midterms by forcing

North American Cryptid Museum in Plano, Texas

Allen Hopps, owner and creator of the North American Cryptid Museum (NACM) in Plano, Texas, has a message he wants everyone to hear: Our world needs monsters! He is on a quest to bring you face-to-face with our homegrown North American monsters. As a kid who was afraid of the dar

How GoFundMe became America’s backup plan

Today on Decoder, I’m talking with Tim Cadogan, the CEO of GoFundMe. You know GoFundMe — it’s a major fundraising platform where you can donate to help people with everything from medical expenses to Little League uniforms to starting a new business. Tim took over as CEO in March

Raskin: ‘Trump’s idiotic trade war killing American businesses’

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) on Sunday went after President Trump for his recent tariffs on Canada. “Stop Trump’s idiotic trade war killing American businesses. Let peaceful commerce among the nations prevail. And hands off Canada, America’s #1 trading partner, whose people are now

Americans bought 12% less soda under new SNAP restrictions, study says

The drop in soda purchases is meaningful, but not enormous, one of the study's authors said.

This City Was Just Named America's Fittest—for the 9th Straight Year

Arlington, Virginia, again takes the top spot in the ranking of the country’s 100 largest cities.

Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from Hasan Piker’s comments on American Jews

The progressive streamer’s comments suggesting people may “take action” against Jews in the U.S. drew a rebuke from other Michigan Democrats.

Oso Oso Announce North American Tour

Jade Lilitri and co. will spend this fall on the road with Leisure Hour, Bad Luck, Liquid Mike, and Bugsy

The Best Books to Read on American Identity

Four authors grapple with the fight over American identity, from the colonial era to the modern day.

Book Review: ‘The Late Americans,’ by Brandon Taylor

Brandon Taylor’s novel circulates among Iowa City residents, some privileged, some not, but all aware that their possibilities are contracting.

Fiction as a Filter: On Writing the American West’s Water Crisis

Years ago, during the Great Recession, I attended an event sponsored by an environmental organization that had formed in protest to a planned dam construction project on the Cache La Poudre River in northern Colorado. At the time, my husband

The Ultimate Hunting Bucket List: 10 North American Hunts to Do Before You Die

The author has hunted all over the globe. These are the 10 North American hunts that made his bucket list The post The Ultimate Hunting Bucket List: 10 North American Hunts to Do Before You Die appeared first on Outdoor Life .

American Cyclists Mourn Two Collegiate Racers Killed by a Driver in Tennessee

On August 19, a driver in Tennessee plowed into 11 cyclists on the Milligan University collegiate cycling team, killing two The post American Cyclists Mourn Two Collegiate Racers Killed by a Driver in Tennessee appeared first on Outside Online .

Learning to live in a post-American world

In a recent article for Foregin Affairs , Mark Leonard makes that argument that America's leading role in the world order is fading. He discusses his argument with NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben.

Strangers in their own land: Mexicans deported from Trump’s America find refuge in ‘Little LA’

With plentiful jobs and community support, one Mexico City neighbourhood has become a haven for those who have lived much of their lives in the US With its wide avenues lined with tall palm trees, its quaint cafes and old-school cantinas, as well as the mix of English and Spanish

Many Americans are moving away from congregations, but not necessarily from religion – movies, plays, art and social media fill the gap

To understand what religion looks like in 21st-century America, researchers may need to ask different questions.

America’s Cheapest New Car To Run Is The One Almost No One Wants

A study of 50 new cars found the cheapest one to keep on the road is the little EV that almost nobody is buying

VW’s Global Amarok Runs On American Bones. South America’s New One Runs On Chinese

The next-generation Amarok is closing in for South America, reportedly built on Chinese SAIC hardware rather than the Ford Ranger platform

Knowledge is power: Why America needs economic security intelligence

To counter economic coercion from China and other authoritarian states, the authors propose that the State Department establish annual Economic Security Intelligence Reports to help the United States identify and mitigate systemic economic risks.

South America Gets A Charming Little VW Pickup You Can’t Have

The new Tukan will be manufactured in Brazil, offering single and double-cab body styles and a mild-hybrid powertrain option

Five Americans among seven killed in safari helicopter crash in Kenya

Officials say all seven people onboard killed, including Telemundo executive and Ecuador intelligence chief Seven people, including five Americans, were killed when a safari helicopter crashed on Wednesday morning in a remote part of northern Kenya, according to local police and

American revolution 2.0: how Trump has changed the US, and why it was powerless to stop him

Trump defies all we thought we knew about the US political system and the way electoral democracies work around the world.

Near-total lunar eclipse is coming up with the Americas in prime position

Now it's the moon's turn to pull a disappearing act. After being shut out of this month's total solar eclipse, the Americas will have the best seats in the celestial house when Earth's shadow briefly envelops the moon. Almost the entire lunar surface will be masked Thursday night

Jeff Jarvis on Mark Twain, America’s First Celebrity Author and Publisher

In the history of the invention of the typesetting machine and the consequent birth of mass media, Mark Twain is the Zelig of our tale, returning frequently as a typesetter in his brother’s ratty newspaper; as a tramp printer witnessing

House Democrats Say Direct-to-Door Gun Sales Rule Would Endanger Americans

House Democrats on Wednesday demanded that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives withdraw a package of proposed regulatory changes, including a rule that would allow people to buy guns online and have them shipped to their door. In a letter to ATF Director Rober

America's capital crunch: Soaring debt collides with AI spending spree

America is caught in a historic capital squeeze: On one side: Trillions Washington must borrow to pay for the past . On the other: Trillions the economy needs to build the future . Why it matters: The next president will inherit a fiscal reckoning decades in the making. The price

Mohamed El-Erian says 30-year Treasury yield at 5.27% signals a structural shift that will make America more expensive

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says a bank account is 'one of the worst financial decisions' — and urges Americans to invest

Here's how America's $40 trillion debt can hit your wallet

The U.S. national debt this week topped $40 trillion, raising fresh concerns about how rising federal borrowing could affect Americans' finances. Why it matters: Americans don't personally owe the national debt, but rising debt could pressure lawmakers to raise taxes, cut spendin

For young Americans, the workplace is the new phoneless frontier. 'It allows us to hyper focus on the task at hand,' says employer

Schools and increasingly teen employers are drawing a hard line against phone use. The benefits for teens can be profound.

Why some of America's biggest brands are losing ground in China

Nike, Starbucks and GM have lost ground in China as domestic rivals, geopolitics and changing consumer preferences reshape the market.

How the yellow school bus became an iconic symbol in America

They arrived in a kaleidoscope of colors, but one won. For decades, the American school bus has maintained such a standard look that “school bus yellow” is national shorthand for its deep, glossy hue. No act of Congress mandated the color, with its slight orange tint. Rather, a 1

The Key Differences Between American And European Police Cars

While both American and European police forces use modified versions of existing mass-market cars, the vehicles they choose to rely on are worlds apart.

What's Your Take On Chinese Cars In America?

Right now the Chinese brands are pushing through the Global South like a wildfire.

'Wet Hot American Summer': The raunchy 2000s comedy that was actually about a space station falling to Earth

LOS ANGELES – On a Saturday evening in Los Angeles, I found myself watching acclaimed actor Elizabeth Banks sing Tom Petty songs along with her fellow actors while writer/director David Wain played the drums. This incredible, bizarre performance celebrated the 25th anniversary of

Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5m

The football with which Diego Maradona scored his famous 'hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final victory over England is sold at auction.

Jessie Reyez Announces 2026 “A Little Vengeance Tour”

The Canadian singer and songwriter will celebrate her new album A Little Vengeance with a 13-date North American tour. Jessie Reyez Announces 2026 “A Little Vengeance Tour” Paolo Ragusa

Watch: Moment powerful earthquake shakes Colombia and crumbles buildings

At least 111 people have been killed and dozens more injured after the 7.4 temblor hit the western part of the country, according to local officials.

Watch: Family escapes home during Colombia earthquake

At least 169 people are dead and a state of emergency has been declared after Colombia was hit by one of its largest earthquakes in years.

Watch: Fishermen rescued after five days adrift in cool box

The men, aged 53 and 32, lost contact with their fishing cooperative on 14 August, 75 miles off the coast of Mexico.

In shattered Cali, residents search for loved ones and signs of hope

Most deaths from the magnitude-7.4 quake were reported in Cali, Colombia’s third-most populous city, as crews search collapsed buildings for those still trapped.

On the front line of Ecuador's drugs war, police fight gangs, guns and corruption

The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador's police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime.

How Mexican drug cartels have outsourced meth labs to Nigeria

West Africa is becoming increasingly attractive to those who want to make and export illicit drugs.

'My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back'

In Colombia, where FGM is still practised by some members of an indigenous group, a landmark bill banning the practice has been enacted.

Livestreamer's murder raises questions over relations between Mexico's creators and cartels

The murder of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday raises questions about why influencers are coming under attack.

The Argentine who wishes he could play for Wales

Proud of his Welsh roots, Chile-based Argentine defender Jeremias James hopes for a rule change to help his international ambitions.

Messi's most iconic moments as he ponders retirement

As Lionel Messi considers his footballing future following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.

Head-on collision between bus and lorry in Brazil kills more than 20

It is not yet clear what caused the two vehicles to crash into each other in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Landslide at unlicensed Colombian gold mine kills 13

Four members of an indigenous family are among the dead, witnesses said.

Panama Canal to cut number of ships passing through due to El Niño

The crucial waterway's operator says low rainfall caused by the ocean pattern had led to the decision.

Peru earthquake damages buildings and causes power cuts

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck the Ayacucho region on Thursday, the US Geological Survey says.

US sanctions more Cuban companies and officials

An international socialist institute and Cuba's construction ministry are subject to the latest US sanctions, Marco Rubio announces.

Brennan Wedl explores heartache and unrequited love in self-titled album

Americana singer-songwriter Brennan Wedl talks about her new self titled album, out August 21st.

Visa and Mastercard stocks hit fresh records, underscoring a resilient U.S. consumer

Aggregate spending has been strong, even if American shoppers are getting choosier about what they buy.

Everything Coming To Disney+ in September 2026

Summary FX's 'American Horror Story' returns for its 13th installment, anchoring a horror-heavy September across Disney+ and HuluThe theatrical release 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian' and 'Grogu' premieres alongside a companion podcast and a LEGO retelling of the live-action seriesN

Australia has just 12,000 sea lions left – and ‘carnage’ may await them as bird flu takes hold, scientists warn

Virus has already caused catastrophic losses in seals in South America and sub-Antarctica, particularly among pups Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Scientists have warned deadly H5 bird flu could c

US military launches first known drug boat strike in months, killing 2 ‘narco-terrorists’

The U.S. military launched its first known strike on an alleged drug boat in two months off the coast of Latin America on Sunday, killing two “narco-terrorists” in the eastern Pacific. The U.S. Southern Command (Southcom) said early Monday the “low-profile” vessel operated along

U.S. forces strike vessel in Pacific, killing 2 accused of trafficking drugs

The death toll from the Trump administration's nearly yearlong campaign of bombing boats off Latin America's Caribbean coast and in the eastern Pacific now exceeds 210 after more than 60 strikes.

Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming Triple Album, Horsepower

The 29-song set featured guest spots by Americana luminaries such as Gillian Welch, Lucinda Williams, and Iris DeMent. Big Thief Play Setlist Made Entirely of Upcoming Triple Album, Horsepower Travis Bland

This might be the only time you’ll see race cars speeding up Pennsylvania Avenue

As part of ongoing festivities for America’s 250th birthday on July 4, IndyCar is taking over the nation’s capital this Saturday and Sunday. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C., might be the only time fans get to see race cars speeding down Pennsylvania Avenue. Here is

HBO Max's ‘The People v. Gorilla Grodd’ Reopens a DCU Murder Trial as a Mockumentary

Summary The project reframes a DC villain's origin as a true-crime docuseries investigating whether he was wrongly convictedThe creative team behind Netflix's genre-spoofing American Vandal is steering the series as showrunnersSeveral cast members carry over from the 2025 Superma

Brad Pitt brought on as executive producer for Peter Zumthor documentary

American actor Brad Pitt has joined German filmmaker Wim Wenders on the production of a documentary exploring the works of Swiss architect Peter Zumthor. Set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival next month, From Inside Out – The Architecture of Peter Zumthor will be a 3D film