United States news on Thursday, October 22, 2026
In United States on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Chiricahua becomes 64th U.S. national park. Also: United States will host the inaugural Women's Club World Cup in 2028; Historic SS United States ship will be sunk as an artificial reef in November. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 54–77°F and winds up to 16 mph.
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News & local government
- Historic SS United States ship will be sunk as an artificial reef in November.DIVE Magazine ·
- Federal appeals court ruled the U.S. ban on switchblades is unconstitutional.Reuters ·
- North Carolina law now prevents HOAs from restricting American and state flags.Ward and Smith, P.A. ·
- National Security Agency advises critical security patches for PHP vulnerabilities.National Security Agency (.gov) ·
- United States and Denmark signed a maritime cooperation agreement today.U.S. Department of State (.gov) ·
Events & going out
Business & new openings
- New GlobalFoundries semiconductor factories will be co-owned by U.S. and Japanese governments.Saratoga TODAY newspaper ·
Health & care
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