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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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Ohio senator renews call for former son-in-law to quit Congress

  • Sen Bernie Moreno again urges Rep Max Miller to resign over abuse claims.
  • Moreno cites Miller's weekend denials, says he's "unmoved."
  • Miller denies wrongdoing, insists investigations cleared him, vows to stay.

Republican Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio has concluded his public feud with his former son-in-law, Representative Max Miller, by renewing calls for Miller to resign from Congress after Miller denied domestic abuse allegations in a weekend livestream. Moreno said he remained "unmoved" by Miller's denials, declaring in a…

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Beavers boost drought defences as Burnham eyes new constitution

  • Devon beaver wetlands retained water during drought.
  • Beavers may help manage both dry spells and flash flooding, but need local oversight.
  • Burnham backed exploring a written constitution tied to deeper devolution.

Beaver-created ponds and wetlands in Devon have remained visibly green during drought conditions that have left much of the surrounding countryside dry. Images from the River Otter catchment highlighted how dams slow and retain water, potentially providing refuge for wildlife, grazing and water for livestock, and reducing rapid…

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Stephen Baldwin on choosing born-again Christianity over Hollywood after a life-changing encounter with God

  • Actor Stephen Baldwin, 60, says he could have pursued major Hollywood stardom following his role in the Oscar-winning 1995 film 'The Usual Suspects' but chose not to.
  • Baldwin prioritized his Christian faith over career advancement, stating he had no desire to chase fame or wealth comparable to actors like Tom Cruise.
  • He reflects that he does not regret this choice, indicating his faith remains more important to him than Hollywood success.

Actor Stephen Baldwin has reflected on his decision to prioritise his born-again Christian faith over pursuing further Hollywood stardom, saying that despite the acclaim he gained from the 1995 Oscar-winning film "The Usual Suspects," he chose a different path after a life-changing spiritual encounter around 2001. In a…

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3 Rock Songs From 1995 That Every 90s Kid Still Knows Today

  • Three 1995 rock singles—by Melissa Etheridge, FireHouse, and Joan Osborne—remain widely remembered by audiences from that era
  • The songs showcase varied styles: an infidelity narrative, a power ballad commitment anthem, and an existential reflection
  • Joan Osborne's 'One Of Us' became her most successful single despite the songwriter clarifying its religious imagery wasn't doctrinally intended

American Songwriter has published a light nostalgia piece highlighting three rock songs from 1995 that it argues remain instantly recognisable to anyone who grew up in the 1990s. The feature forms part of a wider "The List" series on the site revisiting decades-old hits, offering trivia about each…

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Xbox prices are increasing by up to €200 or £170

  • Xbox prices in UK/EU rising by up to £170/€200
  • Increases blamed on AI-driven RAM and storage shortages
  • Third price hike since May 2025; 2TB model discontinued

Microsoft has confirmed steep price increases for Xbox Series X and Series S consoles in the UK and EU, with some models rising by up to £170 or €200. The hikes, revealed after US pricing was announced in June, are being driven by soaring RAM and storage costs…

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10 places I wish GTA 6 was set instead of Vice City

  • Opinion piece pitches alternative GTA 6 settings besides Vice City
  • Suggestions include the Moon, rural USA, London and Rome
  • Also proposes fantasy and detective-noir spins on the GTA formula

A Polygon opinion piece imagines alternative settings for GTA 6 instead of Vice City, arguing that whilst Rockstar's choice makes sense, the series could benefit from breaking away from its familiar formula of large, morally corrupt American cities. The writer contends that other locations, time periods and even…

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Poll: Vote for Your PS5 Game of the Month (July 2026)

  • Push Square's July 2026 PS5 Game of the Month poll is open
  • Black Flag Resynced leads early voting ahead of Halo: Campaign Evolved
  • Voting closes 00:00 BST, Thursday 6th August 2026

Push Square has opened its regular reader poll asking PS5 owners to vote for their favourite game released in July 2026, after what the site's writer described as a notably quiet June for new releases. July brought a stronger line-up, dominated by two well-reviewed remakes, Assassin's Creed: Black…

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Solar powers record share of Britain’s electricity mix in July

  • Solar hit a record 14.4% share of GB's electricity mix in July
  • Sunny weather and a rooftop panel boom drove the surge
  • 2026 on track for most new solar installations since 2011

Solar power supplied a record 14.4% of Great Britain's electricity in July, the highest monthly share ever recorded, as households increasingly turn to rooftop panels to cut energy bills. The rise reflects a surge in new solar installations combined with unusually sunny weather, and comes as officials and…

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The singer Roger Daltrey crowned as “one of the best songwriters”

  • Roger Daltrey praised as one of the best songwriters ever
  • Report comes from Far Out Magazine's music coverage
  • Article's supporting detail was not available for review

Far Out Magazine highlights praise for The Who frontman Roger Daltrey, describing him as being ranked among "one of the best songwriters" of all time. The piece forms part of the outlet's ongoing music commentary, revisiting Daltrey's standing within the pantheon of influential British rock artists. Beyond the…

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The God of War TV show is recasting Atreus and Thrud

  • God of War TV show will recast Atreus and Thrud for season two.
  • Follows earlier news that injured Kratos actor Ryan Hurst is being replaced.
  • Older actors (14-17) needed for season two's time jump into Ragnarok's story.

The God of War TV series for Prime Video is set to recast the actors playing Atreus and Thrud for its second season, according to a new report, adding to existing production troubles. This follows news last month that Ryan Hurst, originally cast as Kratos, will also be…

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