North America
Location RegionNorth America sees 7-Eleven store closures, ancient dice use, and new connections with other continents.
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North America is featured in recent news for several diverse reasons. The 7-Eleven convenience store chain plans to close a significant number of locations (645) in North America during its 2026 fiscal year. Archaeological evidence suggests that Native Americans in the western Great Plains of North America used dice for gaming and gambling over 12,000 years ago, predating similar practices elsewhere. Unitree Robotics, a Chinese company, plans to launch its cheapest humanoid robot in major overseas markets, including North America, via Alibaba's AliExpress. Additionally, Tenerife will have direct flights to Toronto and Montreal, Canada, marking the first direct air connection between the Canary Islands and North America. Inter Miami, a Major League Soccer (MLS) team in North America, opened a new stadium. These events highlight economic shifts, historical discoveries, technological advancements, and increasing global connectivity involving North America.
Last updated: April 26, 2026
News from North America
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