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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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Americans are on a ‘treadmill of high inflation’ and more rate hikes are likely, Fed’s Daly says

  • Daly says prolonged inflation is squeezing Americans’ real wages.
  • The Fed raised rates in September, then held them steady.
  • Daly supports gradual decisions amid uncertainty.

San Francisco Federal Reserve president Mary Daly said Americans remain caught in a prolonged spell of high inflation, which is eroding the value of their wages. She is more concerned about inflation’s persistence than economic growth, and thinks further interest rate rises are likely as the Fed works…

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‘Am I The Wave?’: Feature Take Of Francisco Goldman’s Novel ‘Say Her Name’ Set With Manuel García-Rulfo & Renata Vaca

  • Filming is under way on the *Say Her Name* adaptation.
  • Manuel García-Rulfo and Renata Vaca lead the cast.
  • The story is inspired by Goldman’s relationship with Aura Estrada.

Filming has begun on *Am I The Wave?*, a feature adaptation of Francisco Goldman’s award-winning novel *Say Her Name*. Directed by Alejandra Márquez Abella, the English-language film stars Manuel García-Rulfo and Renata Vaca and centres on a love story inspired by Goldman’s relationship with Mexican writer Aura Estrada.…

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Thomas Markle arrested in Florida over alleged child abuse material

  • Thomas Markle was arrested in Florida on a federal charge.
  • Authorities say about 78 suspected items were seized.
  • A conviction could carry up to 20 years in prison.

Thomas Markle, Meghan Markle’s estranged father, was arrested at his Florida home on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse material. He faces one federal charge, and prosecutors say the case involves alleged images depicting him with girls; he is due to appear in court in Tampa. The US…

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What Trump’s midterms debacle could mean for US support for Ukraine

  • Democrats’ midterm victory raises hopes for Ukraine.
  • Congress has limited power over Trump’s foreign policy.
  • Trump’s response could shape aid and negotiations.

Democrats’ sweeping US midterm victory has raised hopes in Ukraine of stronger American support, but it is unlikely to bring an immediate change in policy. President Volodymyr Zelensky welcomed Democrats’ stated backing and said he hoped to secure more defence aid, while analysts warn that foreign policy remains…

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Meghan Markle’s father charged with possessing child sexual abuse material

  • Thomas Markle Sr was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material.
  • Agents seized about 78 suspected items from storage units.
  • He faces a maximum of 20 years in prison if convicted.

Thomas Markle Sr, the estranged father of Meghan Markle, was arrested in Florida and charged with possessing child sexual abuse material. US prosecutors allege that the material included photographs depicting him with minor girls; Meghan said she was “deeply distressed” by the allegations. Federal agents searched two storage…

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Senate bill could fast-track energy projects and curb reviews

  • A bipartisan bill aims to speed up energy project approvals.
  • It could lower power costs but weaken environmental oversight.
  • Democrats may delay a vote to seek changes.

A bipartisan Senate bill could speed up approval of energy infrastructure, potentially bringing more power onto the grid and easing US utility costs. It could also accelerate fossil fuel projects and data centre construction while reducing environmental reviews and communities’ ability to challenge projects in court. The Bipartisan…

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Two more DoJ officials resign, including US attorney leading inquiry into Trump rivals

  • Two senior Justice Department officials are leaving.
  • Quiñones led an inquiry into Trump’s rivals.
  • Civil rights chief Harmeet Dhillon is also departing.

Two senior Department of Justice officials, Jason Reding Quiñones and John Eisenberg, are leaving after Democrats won majorities in both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections. Their departures come as Democrats prepare to scrutinise the department, and Quiñones’s exit raises questions about an investigation into Trump’s political…

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Big Name Brands Signal Americans Have More Price Pain To Endure

  • Household brands are raising prices as business costs climb.
  • Reynolds’ prices rose 9%, while sales volume fell 7%.
  • Kraft Heinz and P&G also expect continued cost pressure.

Major household and food brands are raising prices or warning of further increases as commodity, transport and manufacturing costs rise. The changes could add to Americans’ cost-of-living pressures, while declining sales volumes suggest shoppers are becoming more reluctant to pay higher prices. Reynolds Consumer Products raised prices 9%…

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‘Jane Elliott Against The World,’ Oscar-Contending Documentary On Pioneering And Polarizing Educator, Heads To Theaters

  • Jane Elliott’s documentary opens in New York and Los Angeles on 4 December.
  • The film revisits her classroom exercise on discrimination.
  • Its PBS and streaming premiere is set for March 2027.

Judd Ehrlich’s documentary *Jane Elliott Against the World*, about the educator’s work confronting racism and her later fight over school censorship, is heading to cinemas. The release brings the story of Elliott, whose classroom exercise made her a prominent and polarising figure, to audiences ahead of its planned…

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Hockey great Wayne Gretzky defends relationship with President Trump and speaks on Russian hockey ban

  • Gretzky says people can hold their own views about his Trump friendship.
  • He supports keeping Russian and Belarusian teams out of the tournament.
  • Six European nations have threatened to boycott games against Russia.

Wayne Gretzky defended his friendship with US President Donald Trump, saying people are entitled to their own opinions. The relationship has drawn criticism in Canada, particularly amid Trump’s comments about Canada becoming the 51st US state, and has strained some Canadians’ affection for the hockey legend. At an…

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