Gulf of America
Coverage of Gulf of America in the Nexus archive.
- White House responds to John Mellencamp criticizing 'Gulf of America' name change
John Mellencamp criticized the 'Gulf of America' name change during performances on his 'Dancing Words Tour', referencing the Gulf of Mexico in his song 'Pink Houses'. The White House responded to his criticism.
- White House responds to John Mellencamp criticizing ‘Gulf of America’ name change
John Mellencamp criticized the name change from Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America, referencing the Gulf of Mexico in his song 'Pink Houses.' The White House responded to his comments, which he made during performances on his 'Dancing Words Tour.'
- White House fires back after John Mellencamp mocks Trump’s Gulf of America during concert
The White House responded to John Mellencamp's mockery of Trump’s 'Gulf of America' reference during a concert. A spokesman dismissed Hollywood celebrities as 'out-of-touch, woke' and claimed 'nobody in their right mind cares' about their opinions.
- Tracking Bertha in the Gulf
South Florida experiences a hot and dry day with isolated storms, while Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf of America poses potential threats to the Gulf Coast. Bertha, with 50 MPH winds, is expected to weaken due to wind shear before making landfall by Thursday, with heavy rain likely confined to the Gulf.
- Hot This Week; Tracking Tropical Depression 2
South Florida is experiencing a 39-day heat streak with temperatures above 90°F, threatening a 2023 record. Tropical Depression Two formed in the Gulf of America with 30 MPH winds, posing a potential threat to the Florida Panhandle and a possible hurricane risk if it takes a southerly track toward Louisiana or Texas.
- Staying Hot & Steamy
Miami is experiencing a 38-day heat streak above 90°F, nearing the 2023 record of 56 days, with heat indices exceeding 105. A tropical disturbance, Invest 91L, could develop into a storm in the Gulf of America, threatening the Gulf Coast with heavy rain, winds, and flooding. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the system, with Hurricane Hunters scheduled to investigate.
- How American engineers unlocked the impossible beneath the Gulf of America
American engineers have overcome extreme geological challenges in the Gulf of America by developing high-pressure drilling technologies, enabling access to vast oil reserves in the Paleogene layer. Projects like Chevron's Anchor and BP's Kaskida, supported by innovations from companies such as Transocean and Trendsetter Engineering, mark a new era of offshore energy capability.
- First tropical storm of 2026 develops: How the Carolinas will be impacted
The first tropical storm of the 2026 hurricane season, Tropical Storm Arthur, developed in the Gulf of America and is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to the Carolinas by Thursday evening. Remnants of the storm could deliver about a half inch of rain to Charlotte, with the worst weather occurring overnight into Friday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts a below-normal 2026 hurricane season with 8-14 named storms.
- Chances of tropical storm forming in Gulf of America nearly double as models show paths to US coast
The likelihood of a tropical storm forming in the Gulf of America has nearly doubled, according to models predicting its potential path toward the US coast.
- Odds of a storm forming in the Gulf of America increase as hurricane trackers put three states on alert
The odds of a storm forming in the Gulf of America have increased, prompting hurricane trackers to issue alerts for three states. Three states are currently under alert as the potential for storm development rises.
- Hurricane trackers issue first threat warning as tropical disturbance brews in Gulf of America
Hurricane trackers have issued a first threat warning due to a developing tropical disturbance in the Gulf of America. The warning highlights potential risks from the emerging weather system.
- Major earthquake in the Gulf of America sends shockwaves to Florida
A major earthquake occurred in the Gulf of America, causing shockwaves that reached Florida. The event highlights seismic activity impacting the region.
- Major earthquake in the Gulf of America sends shockwaves to Florida
A major earthquake in the Gulf of America caused shockwaves that reached Florida. The event highlights seismic activity impacting the region.
- Hurricane trackers monitor growing tropical threat in Gulf of America with possible US impacts
Hurricane trackers are monitoring a growing tropical threat in the Gulf of America, which could potentially impact the United States. The situation is being closely observed for possible developments.
- 'Ominous blob' spotted in Gulf of America threatens multiple US states
An 'ominous blob' has been spotted in the Gulf of America, raising concerns as it threatens multiple US states. The discovery has prompted attention due to its potential impact on coastal regions.
- Trump urged to declare 'American' the official US language ahead of 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump is being urged to declare 'American' the official U.S. language ahead of the 250th anniversary of American independence. Rob Lockwood, a former advisor to North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, argues that the U.S. should break from 'King’s English' and formalize its distinct linguistic identity. Trump recently signed an executive order designating English as the official language, and Lockwood cites historical figures like Thomas Jefferson and Noah Webster as proponents of linguistic independence.