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The Americas hub covers political, diplomatic and security developments across North, Central and South America, alongside events that affect the region’s links with the rest of the world. It also follows stories in sport, technology and everyday life.

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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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North Sea oil is a litmus test for Burnham | Letters

  • Two letters debate Burnham's stance on North Sea oil expansion
  • Barstow: oil needed for green tech supply chains and jobs
  • Parker: drilling undermines Burnham's climate credibility

In two letters to the Guardian, readers debate whether the prime minister, Andy Burnham, should support expanding North Sea oil drilling, framing it as a test of his political credibility. The exchange follows reporting that Burnham risks a backbench revolt over his apparent backing for new drilling, with…

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Corporate fixer Catriona Vail put Viola Davis at centre of new thriller

  • Viola Davis cast as lead in Paramount+ thriller "Ascent"
  • Plays a corporate fixer protecting her estranged daughter
  • Created by John Logan; filming begins in LA in 2027

Viola Davis has been cast to star in "Ascent," a new corporate-thriller series greenlit at Paramount+. She plays Catriona Vail, an elite corporate fixer who is forced to turn her ruthless professional skills against her usual clients to protect her estranged daughter when she is put in danger,…

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Landmark Deal Would Officially Add Laser Weapons to US Army Arsenal

  • Pentagon set to formally adopt laser weapons for base defence against drones
  • Follows decades of failed US laser weapon development efforts
  • Comes after deadly March drone attack killed six US troops

The US Army is set to formally add laser weapons to its arsenal for the first time, with the Pentagon poised to sign a contract for what is called an Enduring High Energy Laser system. The deal, expected to be announced as early as this week, would see…

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Man City lose forward Kerolin to Barcelona

  • Kerolin leaves WSL champions Man City for Barcelona on a deal to 2030
  • Reported £1.3m fee is a record for a female Brazilian player
  • She replaces Salma Parraluelo, who left Barcelona for Lyon

Barcelona have signed Manchester City forward Kerolin on a contract until 2030, ending the Brazilian's brief but successful spell in Manchester. The 26-year-old was instrumental in City's first Women's Super League title in a decade last season, also helping the club win the Women's FA Cup, making this…

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What did Premiership start tell us about Scottish sides’ Euro hopes?

  • Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian and Motherwell play European qualifiers on Thursday.
  • Rangers face Jagiellonia Bialystok in Poland after a shaky league start.
  • Hearts face Benfica after heavy Champions League and league defeats.

Scottish Premiership sides used their opening domestic weekend as a warm-up before four clubs enter European qualifying action on Thursday, with mixed signs of readiness ahead of what promises to be a tough week. Rangers, Hearts, Hibernian and Motherwell all face European fixtures this week, while Celtic must…

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Inside the rise and fall of buyers’ agency Trelease Associates: Wild texts, A-list parties, a lewd act with a tennis ball… then the sudden death of trusted aide accused of $675k theft

  • Sydney buyers' agency Trelease Associates hit by scandal and alleged $675k theft
  • Trusted aide Jacqueline Clow died suddenly amid the fraud accusations
  • Report cites wild texts, A-list parties and lewd conduct allegations

A Daily Mail investigation examines the rise and fall of Sydney buyers' agency Trelease Associates, run by Daniel Trelease, detailing a scandal involving explicit text messages, lavish celebrity-attended parties and an alleged lewd act involving a tennis ball. The report centres on the sudden death of a trusted…

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The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 is at one of its lowest prices

  • Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 discounted to as low as $349.99
  • Three configurations available across Amazon, Walmart and Best Buy
  • Includes Chromebook Plus perks like Gemini and Google AI Pro

The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34, a nearly three-year-old but still capable budget laptop, has dropped in price across several retailers, offering buyers multiple configurations for under $400. The deal highlights how ageing but well-reviewed Chromebooks can remain good value, particularly given the model's ChromeOS-friendly hardware and inclusion of…

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Qatar says US-Iran mediation efforts continuing but no direct talks planned

  • Qatar says US-Iran mediation continues but no direct talks are set
  • Iran insists it is negotiating only with Oman, not Washington
  • Cargo ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz overnight

Qatar has confirmed that diplomatic efforts by Qatari, Pakistani and Omani mediators to defuse tensions between the United States and Iran are continuing, though no direct talks between Washington and Tehran are currently scheduled. The announcement follows conflicting signals from both sides, with Iran denying President Trump's claim…

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