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- 1Greenland emerges as US military's Arctic watchtower on China▼Keep out: why Greenland is the US military’s new eyes in the Arctic on China
Greenland is taking on a growing role as the US military's forward listening post in the Arctic, as Washington monitors Chinese activity in the region. The island's strategic position between North America and Europe makes it key to early-warning radar and missile defence. Coverage notes rising US-China rivalry is pushing both countries to compete for influence over the Arctic, and over Greenland itself.
- 2North America's largest wildlife overpass cuts collisions by 91%●Largest wildlife overpass in North America reduced wildlife collision by 91%
North America's largest wildlife overpass has reportedly reduced animal-vehicle collisions by 91% since opening. The crossing allows animals such as deer and elk to safely pass over a busy highway, protecting both wildlife and drivers. The striking result is drawing wide attention online, with many praising it as proof that wildlife infrastructure works and calling for similar projects elsewhere.
- 3Weekend storms bring dangerous weather across North America▼Weekend storms bring dangerous weather to North America, in photos
Dangerous storms swept across parts of North America over the weekend, with photo coverage showing the damage and severe conditions. Residents and officials are assessing the aftermath, and image galleries of the destruction have drawn wide attention as people share pictures of flooding, downed trees and storm damage from affected communities.
- 4Lee Jae-myung wraps U.S.–Mexico trip with Alaska stop▼Lee Jae-myung wraps U.S.–Mexico trip, touts diplomacy in Alaska stop - CHOSUNBIZ
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has concluded a trip taking in the United States and Mexico, with a stop in Alaska that he framed as a diplomatic achievement. Chosunbiz reports the visit as part of his administration's push to strengthen ties with Washington and expand Korean diplomacy in North America.
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Portugal's meeting with Norway is drawing wide international attention across Europe, Asia and North America. The build-up was overshadowed by news that Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes was cut from the Portugal squad, with coach Roberto Martinez citing UEFA rules and describing the situation as a complicated issue. Fans are debating the decision and what it means for Portugal's midfield in the match.
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Denmark welcome Wales in a UEFA Nations League A fixture that is drawing wide interest across Europe and North America. The match pits a strong Danish side against a Welsh team looking to compete at the top tier of the competition, with previews highlighting the Nations League stakes for both squads.
- 7Plastic pollution is clogging the Great Lakes▼Great waste in the Great Lakes: How plastic pollution is clogging our waters
The Chicago Tribune reports on the scale of plastic pollution in the Great Lakes, describing how plastic waste is accumulating and clogging the waters of the largest freshwater system in North America. The article highlights the environmental damage plastic debris causes to the lakes' ecosystems and the water supply millions of people depend on, adding to a broader conversation about plastic waste in freshwater bodies.
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The U.S. Geological Survey is examining how a super El Niño could affect the Midwest region of the United States. The pattern, marked by unusually warm Pacific Ocean waters, typically alters rainfall and temperature across North America, raising questions about flooding, drought and agricultural consequences for Midwestern states.
- 9OBE Power lands new investment to grow North American EV charging●OBE Power secures new equity investment to expand its North American EV charging network
OBE Power has secured a new equity investment to support the expansion of its electric vehicle charging network across North America. The funding will help the company broaden its charging infrastructure as demand for EV services continues to grow in the United States and Canada. Industry outlet Charged EVs reported the deal, highlighting it as a signal of continued investor interest in the EV charging sector.
- 10Alberta adds $10 fee on solar panels to fund recycling program▼Alberta adds $10 fee to new solar panels to fund first-of-its-kind recycling in North America
Alberta is introducing a $10 fee on new solar panels to pay for a solar panel recycling program described as the first of its kind in North America. The fee will fund the collection and processing of retired panels as installations grow across the province.
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Colombian coffee brand Juan Valdez has grown its retail footprint in Canada to more than 400 locations, strengthening its position in the North American market. The expansion marks a significant international push for the iconic coffee chain, which has been steadily increasing its presence outside Colombia and Latin America.
- 12Robot fish deployed against invasive mosquitofish in Australia●In 2021, Australian scientists sent a robot largemouth bass after invasive mosquitofish for 15 minutes we
In 2021, Australian scientists deployed a robotic largemouth bass into water containing invasive mosquitofish for a 15-minute experiment. The robot's robotic-predator presence was shown to scare the mosquitofish, which are native to North America but harmful in Australian waterways, and disrupt their feeding and reproduction. The study is being recirculated as an example of how robotics can help control invasive species without chemicals or poisoning.
- 13MicroWatt Launches First UL-Certified Inspection Robot for Hazardous Locations▼MicroWatt Launches North America’s First UL Certified Inspection Robot for Hazardous Locations
MicroWatt has launched what it calls North America's first UL Certified inspection robot designed for hazardous locations. The certification means the robot can be deployed in environments with explosive atmospheres, such as oil, gas and chemical facilities, where equipment must meet strict safety standards. The launch could expand robotic inspection use in industrial sites across the continent.
- 14Tropics may influence Minnesota weather during El Nino year●Tropics could play role in Minnesota weather, amid El Nino year
Meteorologists in Minnesota are watching the tropics as a possible factor in the state's weather patterns this year. The interest comes amid an El Nino year, which can shift storm tracks and moisture flows across North America. Forecasters note that tropical systems and El Nino conditions together could shape temperature and precipitation trends across the Upper Midwest in the weeks ahead.