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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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Why nearly 100 Muslims won national, local races in the US midterm elections

  • Muslim Americans won at least 97 races, a record.
  • Winners include six House members and senator Abdul El-Sayed.
  • Muslim voter registration rose at least 25 per cent.

At least 97 Muslim Americans won federal, state and local races in the US midterm elections, setting a record, according to the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). The results matter amid rising anti-Muslim rhetoric and concerns about voter intimidation, and follow a year in which Muslim voter registration…

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Simon Pegg Joins Paul Giamatti In Horror Pic ‘Boutique’; Manifest Takes Over Sales — AFM

  • Simon Pegg joins Paul Giamatti in horror film *Boutique*.
  • The story centres on a secret society in an English seaside town.
  • Manifest Pictures takes over international sales ahead of AFM.

Simon Pegg has joined Paul Giamatti in *Boutique*, a horror film about an American tourist who visits an eerie English seaside town and uncovers a murderous secret society. Manifest Pictures has taken over international sales from XYZ ahead of the American Film Market, while UTA Independent Film Group…

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Global stocks fall amid ‘big worries over AI’ after Democrats’ midterms triumph

  • AI spending concerns fuelled a global stock sell-off.
  • The Nasdaq fell 5.5% on Thursday.
  • US shares recovered some ground on Friday.

Global shares fell sharply after a technology sell-off in the United States spread to Asian and European markets. Investors were unsettled by concerns that spending on AI data centres could slow, weakening a major source of growth, while uncertainty following the Democrats’ midterm victory added to market nerves.…

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Three men accused of AI-enabled fraud that allegedly stole $129m from firms

  • Three men face US charges over alleged AI-assisted fraud.
  • Prosecutors say companies lost more than $129m.
  • The alleged scheme used fake executive and lawyer identities.

Three men have been charged in the US over an alleged AI-enabled fraud that prosecutors say stole more than $129m from companies worldwide between 2024 and 2026. The case highlights how criminals can use fabricated voices and images of executives and lawyers to make fraudulent payment requests seem…

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Midterm elections ‘doubled’ Ukraine’s chances of getting US military aid, official says

  • Arakhamia says the midterms doubled Ukraine’s chances of more US aid.
  • Any increase is most likely in the first quarter of next year.
  • Kyiv faces a difficult winter amid continued Russian attacks on infrastructure.

Ukrainian official David Arakhamia said the US midterm election results had at least doubled Ukraine’s chances of receiving more financial and military support from Washington. Democrats’ victory gave them control of both houses of Congress, which Arakhamia said made Kyiv more optimistic about future cooperation, with any increase…

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Several Democrats renew calls for datacenter pauses after blue wave

  • Democrats renewed calls for data-centre pauses after midterm gains.
  • Voters passed dozens of local measures restricting projects.
  • Texas’s governor-elect wants new protections before construction resumes.

Newly elected Democrats and Senator Bernie Sanders are pressing for pauses or moratoriums on data-centre construction and advanced AI development after Democratic gains in the US midterm elections. Their calls reflect growing public opposition to large facilities and concern about the influence of major technology companies, adding uncertainty…

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Trump’s Golden Fleet Could Leave Taxpayers With $275 Billion Bill

  • The proposed 15-ship fleet could cost $275 billion.
  • The first battleship is estimated at $23.4 billion.
  • US shipyards already face delays and capacity pressures.

President Donald Trump’s proposed fleet of nuclear-powered battleships could cost about $275 billion, raising questions about its value and whether the US shipbuilding industry can deliver it. The plan aims to strengthen US naval power and domestic shipbuilding, but could draw workers and resources away from other priorities…

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USA women throttle Switzerland 7-0 to open hockey worlds amid jersey dispute

  • US beat Switzerland 7-0 in their title defence opener.
  • Canada started with a 5-1 win over Sweden.
  • Jersey logo dispute between federations and IIHF continues.

The United States began their defence of the women’s ice hockey world title with a 7-0 win over Switzerland in Esbjerg, while Canada beat Sweden 5-1. The results underline the strength of the tournament favourites, whose long-running rivalry has shaped the competition. Hannah Bilka and Laila Edwards scored…

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Treasury Cuts Crypto Exchange MEXC Off From US Financial System

  • Treasury is blocking US financial transfers involving MEXC.
  • FinCEN alleges at least $16 billion in illicit activity.
  • The order takes effect 30 days after Federal Register publication.

The US Treasury has ordered financial institutions to stop processing transfers to or from crypto exchange MEXC, accusing it of facilitating at least $16 billion in illicit transactions linked to Iran, North Korea and Russia. The move aims to restrict sanctions evasion and cybercrime by cutting the exchange…

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