August 22, 2026
The 10 stories that mattered most on August 22, 2026, as ranked at the end of that day. Story pages stay online permanently.
- 01
Canada says it will match US tariffs 'dollar for dollar' as trade talks break down
A new 50% levy on $20bn of Canadian imports comes into force after a last-minute breakdown in trade talks.
Business · US & Canada · 9 publications
- 02
Sydney Marathon medal mistakenly depicts Munich stadium
Online sleuths detected the error after Sydney Marathon unveiled the double-sided medal.
Sports · International · 2 publications
- 03
Supreme Court temporarily unfreezes Trump ballroom construction
The temporary order will allow the $400m (£297m) project to continue while the high court mulls a final decision on the case.
Politics · United States · 10 publications
- 04
Nancy Kassebaum Baker, former US senator from Kansas, dies at 94
Former U.S. Sen. Nancy Kassebaum Baker of Kansas has died
Politics · United States · 4 publications
- 05
Swedish sword attack victim was 17-year-old girl, police say
Two boys aged 12 and 17 were also injured in the attack, while an 18-year-old suspect has been detained.
World · International · 4 publications
- 06
Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony a new trial
Karmelo Anthony's murder conviction and 35-year prison sentence are staying in place after a Texas judge denied his request for a new trial.
General · United States · 2 publications
- 07
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll considering stepping down, sources say
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is considering stepping down from his post by the end of the year, two people familiar with the matter told CBS News Saturday.
General · United States · 1 publication
- 08
‘My Michael Jordan is Scottie Barnes’: Rajakovic shares praise for Raptors star
There may be no bigger fan of Scottie Barnes than Darko Rajakovic.
Sports · Canada · 1 publication
- 09
Tropical Storm Moke advances toward Hawaii as winds strengthen
As with Hurricane Lala, the Big Island is expected to bear the brunt of Moke's rain and heavy winds as it passes south of a direct hit late Saturday into early Sunday.
Climate · United States · 3 publications
- 10
Josh Sargent, Derrick Etienne Jr. spark Toronto FC to victory over Inter Miami
Josh Sargent and Derrick Etienne Jr. scored second-half goals three minutes apart and Toronto FC held on for a 2-1 victory over Inter Miami on Saturday night.
Sports · Canada · 1 publication