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The Americas section covers news from across the United States and the wider region, spanning political, healthcare, cultural and diplomatic developments that affect communities throughout the continent. From regulatory reforms and medical advances to international relations and crime reporting, this section encompasses the diverse stories making headlines from the Americas.

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You will find comprehensive coverage of both significant institutional decisions and the individual stories that illustrate their real-world impact. Whether tracking major policy shifts, following diplomatic developments, or reporting on cases that capture public attention, this topic provides insight into what matters to people across the region.

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Veterans kept their promise. Our votes make sure America keeps its own

  • Veterans Day should renew commitments to veterans’ care.
  • The VA reported 6,488 veteran suicides in 2024.
  • The article calls for better access and support.

The article argues that Veterans Day should prompt action on the country’s obligations to former service members, especially access to healthcare. It says veterans need timely VA treatment, accurate decisions on disability claims and mental health support that reaches those who need it. The article cites a Department…

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3 Unforgettable Love Songs From the 1960s That Fans Never Stopped Playing

  • Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” topped UK charts.
  • The Righteous Brothers’ version of “Unchained Melody” reached No. 4.
  • The Beach Boys’ “God Only Knows” began as a B-side.

The article highlights three 1960s love songs that continue to be played by fans: Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love”, The Righteous Brothers’ “Unchained Melody” and The Beach Boys’ “God Only Knows”. Their lasting popularity is reflected in their chart success and, in the Beach Boys’ case,…

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From Guitar God to Legal Tender: Jimi Hendrix Selected for Special US Dollar Coin

  • Jimi Hendrix will feature on a US $1 coin.
  • The coin is due for release in 2029.
  • Washington chose him for his musical innovation and local roots.

Jimi Hendrix has been selected to represent Washington state in the US Mint’s American Innovation $1 Coin Program. Governor Bob Ferguson said Hendrix’s pioneering guitar work and roots in Washington made him a fitting choice, recognising an influence that continues to shape musicians and rock music. The coin…

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Killing of journalist underscores deteriorating conditions in Ecuador

  • Journalist Tomás Beltrán was shot dead in Calceta.
  • Authorities have not established whether his reporting was a motive.
  • Press freedom groups say threats and self-censorship are rising.

Ecuadorian journalist Tomás Beltrán was shot dead while driving into his garage in Calceta, amid gang violence linked to drug trafficking. It is not known whether his killing was connected to his reporting, but press freedom groups say it highlights the growing danger facing journalists and have called…

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Why are fewer Black Americans getting GLP-1s?

  • Black adults have higher diabetes rates than white adults.
  • Black patients are about 20 per cent less likely to get newer drugs.
  • Closing the gap requires addressing deeper inequities.

GLP-1 medicines such as Ozempic and Wegovy were developed to treat Type 2 diabetes, but have become widely known as weight-loss drugs. Despite Black Americans having higher rates of diabetes, research finds they are less likely than white patients to receive newer diabetes medicines, reflecting a long history…

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Kremlin Denies Having Ties to American Soldier Arrested in U.K. for Spying

  • A senior US soldier was arrested near Gloucester on suspicion of espionage.
  • British authorities said the allegations relate to Russia.
  • The Kremlin denied involvement; the soldier can be held for up to 14 days.

British police arrested a 41-year-old senior US Army soldier near Gloucester on suspicion of espionage, after a joint investigation with the FBI and US Army counterintelligence. Authorities said the allegations concern Russia, while the Kremlin denied any connection to the case. The soldier was detained under provisions of…

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A little-known law could upend the dairy industry

  • Advocates say calf crates violate California’s animal cruelty law.
  • A lawsuit targets Southern California’s Hettinga Dairy.
  • A ruling could shape challenges across the state’s dairy industry.

Animal advocates are suing California’s Hettinga Dairy, arguing that keeping calves in individual crates violates a state law requiring confined animals to have an “adequate exercise area”. The case could prompt enforcement of a law that has not previously been applied to calf crates and may provide a…

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Don Omar Postpones North American Tour Dates Again Following Respiratory Infection Relapse

  • Don Omar postponed three more tour dates after his infection relapsed.
  • The shows were in Ontario, Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.
  • Rescheduled dates are pending as he follows doctors’ advice to rest.

Don Omar has postponed three more concerts on his “The Last King World Tour” after his respiratory infection returned. He said his recovery has not gone as expected, and doctors have advised him to rest, leaving him unable to complete the first leg as planned. The affected shows…

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Caped nutjob in wizard hat attacks TPUSA group at Texas university event

  • Three people were attacked at a UT Tyler event.
  • The arrested man is not enrolled at the university.
  • The university president condemned violence while affirming free speech.

A man dressed in a cape and wizard-style hat was arrested after attacking a Turning Point USA representative and two students at a University of Texas at Tyler event on Tuesday. The incident matters because it interrupted an event promoting open dialogue and renewed discussion about protecting free…

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