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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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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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KING’S X Guitarist TY TABOR Opens Up About His Traumatic Brain Injury: ‘It Has Taken Years To Get Back’ To Being Creative

  • A car crash caused Ty Tabor a traumatic brain injury.
  • He had eight or nine solo songs nearly finished.
  • The injury disrupted his songwriting and recovery took years.

KING’S X guitarist Ty Tabor says a car crash caused a traumatic brain injury that stopped him from writing music. The accident came as he was building on the momentum of his 2022 solo album, leaving much of a planned follow-up unfinished and making his recovery a long…

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Russia’s land gains in Ukraine dwindle as its diesel reportedly goes unsold

  • Russia seized far less Ukrainian territory in 2026 than in the previous two years.
  • Ukraine estimates Russian military losses exceed monthly recruitment.
  • Ukraine struck eight Russian refineries in seven days.

Russia’s territorial gains in Ukraine have slowed sharply in 2026, while its military losses have risen, according to figures cited from independent observers and Ukraine’s military. The article links these pressures to intensified Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and reports that Russian diesel is going unsold. The…

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Born 94 Years Ago Today in Texas, the Outlaw Who Became Willie Nelson’s Drummer, Enforcer, and Lifelong Friend

  • Paul English was Willie Nelson’s drummer and lifelong friend.
  • He also managed key parts of Nelson’s touring operation.
  • The friends helped each other through personal crises.

Paul English, born in Texas on 6 November 1932, became Willie Nelson’s drummer, tour manager and close friend. Their relationship helped sustain Nelson through a low point in his early career and later supported English after his wife’s death. Nelson first met English in the 1950s and asked…

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Ontario homeowner charged over firearm storage after fatal break-in

  • Ontario homeowner charged over firearm storage after two teenagers died in a break-in.
  • Police say the alleged robbery was targeted and intended to steal $5,000.
  • Three other people have been arrested in connection with the case.

Ontario homeowner Ozric Blanchard has been charged with careless firearm storage and unauthorised possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm after two teenagers died during a break-in at his rural home. The case matters because police say they had to assess the legality and storage of firearms even…

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Inside Pamela Anderson’s new life of peaceful solitude in Canada

  • Anderson has settled into a quieter life on Vancouver Island.
  • Her family’s six-acre property includes her childhood cabin and gardens.
  • She sold her Malibu home for $11.8 million in 2021.

Pamela Anderson is embracing a quieter life on her family’s coastal property on Vancouver Island, where she spends time gardening, reading and walking by the sea with her dogs. Her return to the land where she grew up reflects a deliberate shift away from Hollywood and a long-held…

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Chuck Schumer dismisses opposition to his leadership from progressive Democrats

  • Incoming senators and progressives oppose Schumer’s leadership.
  • The dispute reflects divisions over Israel policy.
  • Schumer remains likely to lead the Senate majority.

Chuck Schumer faces opposition from several incoming Democratic senators and progressive groups as he seeks to lead the Senate majority. The dispute reflects divisions over party leadership and, in particular, US support for Israel. Senators-elect Adam Hamilton, Troy Jackson and Abdul El-Sayed have said they will oppose Schumer,…

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US air traffic control enters the 21st century, starts to abandon floppy disks

  • The FAA plans to replace four ageing systems at 435 sites by 2028.
  • The new platform will consolidate operational information and alerts.
  • Wider modernisation plans face a substantial funding shortfall.

The US Federal Aviation Administration is beginning to replace four air traffic control systems dating from the 1980s, including equipment that still relies on floppy disks. The change matters because a new shared platform is intended to give controllers operational information and alerts in one place, and improve…

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Leonardo Aguilar Leaves Behind Family Controversies & Releases ‘Esquina 22’: ‘There Are Things That Are Not in My Hands to Resolve’

  • Family criticism had made Aguilar put his career on hold.
  • His fourth solo album has 10 tracks.
  • *Esquina 22* blends ranchera classics and original songs.

Leonardo Aguilar says criticism of his famous family made him hesitate to release music and put his career on hold, but he now wants to focus on what he can control: his music. His fourth solo album, *Esquina 22*, marks a renewed step in his career and draws…

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Macklemore says nine US arenas withdrew dates for Palestine benefit tour

  • Macklemore says nine arenas withdrew dates for his Palestine benefit tour.
  • Madison Square Garden cited limited availability and his arena status.
  • He plans to pursue US shows, including possible outdoor performances.

Macklemore says nine US arenas withdrew dates for his planned Palestine benefit tour after learning the shows would raise money for Palestine. The rapper says the cancellations prevented the tour from coming to the US, and describes the experience as part of wider pressure on performers who speak…

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