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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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Trump must close the back door China uses to exploit North American trade

  • Article urges USMCA reforms before any 16-year renewal.
  • It argues the review should not be a formality.
  • China is presented as exploiting trade loopholes.

The article argues that the Trump administration should use the scheduled review of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to demand trade reforms before extending it for another 16 years. It says the review should not be automatic, despite the agreement strengthening North American trade and commercial links, because it…

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Scoff at cheaper bus fares and No 10 North if you like, but Andy Burnham knows what he’s doing | Jonathan Freedland

  • Burnham will cap single bus fares at £2 across England.
  • Freedland says practical policies can create enduring voter support.
  • Badenoch’s criticism is portrayed as misunderstanding local political strengths.

Andy Burnham’s new government has announced a £2 cap on single bus fares across England from January, presenting it as an immediate measure to ease pressure on household budgets. Jonathan Freedland argues that such practical, easily understood policies can build lasting public support, drawing a comparison with Ken…

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Saint Vitus announces initial reopening lineup (Dillinger Escape Plan, Immolation, Ancient Death, more!)

  • Saint Vitus unveils first acts for its Bushwick reopening.
  • Dillinger Escape Plan, Immolation and Ancient Death are included.
  • The venue returns in autumn 2026.

Saint Vitus has announced the first artists scheduled to play its reopening programme, led by The Dillinger Escape Plan, Immolation and Ancient Death. The bookings signal the return of the influential Brooklyn heavy-music venue after its closure, restoring a dedicated stage for metal, hardcore and related underground scenes.…

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As US weighs response to Chinese AI, industry urges against broad open-weight restrictions

  • AI firms oppose broad restrictions on open-weight models.
  • They favour targeted action against alleged intellectual-property theft.
  • Open models are presented as important for cyber defence.

Several major AI companies have urged US policymakers not to introduce broad restrictions on open-weight AI models while Washington considers how to respond to alleged intellectual-property theft by Chinese AI labs. The letter argues that any action should distinguish unlawful extraction from closed models from legitimate uses of…

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“They punched their way to the front and started spitting at us.” The story behind the violent, riotous gig which got the Rolling Stones banned from an English seaside town for 44 years

  • A 1964 Blackpool concert by the Rolling Stones ended in violence.
  • The band were banned from the town for 44 years.
  • The riot occurred during their breakthrough year.

In July 1964, a Rolling Stones concert at Blackpool’s Empress Ballroom descended into violence when fans fought their way forward and spat at the band. The disorder led the seaside town to ban the group from performing there, a prohibition that lasted 44 years and became one of…

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US Masters Swimming competitor says her grievance for trans athlete comments has been resolved

  • Angie Griffin, U.S. Masters Swimming competitor, cleared of unsportsmanlike-conduct grievance filed over trans athlete comments
  • Despite clearance after 8 months, she remains banned from the organization's online community forum

Angie Griffin, a competitor with US Masters Swimming, says an unsportsmanlike-conduct grievance filed against her for referring to a transgender athlete as "a man" has now been resolved in her favour. The complaint had left her uncertain for eight months over whether she might be expelled from the…

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Carlton Cuse On How Sports Rights Fights Are Hurting Scripted, Fair Residuals, AI & Netflix Series ‘The Secret Of Secrets’

  • Cuse says costly sports rights are squeezing scripted-TV budgets.
  • He believes scripted storytelling will remain culturally important.
  • Netflix’s The Secret of Secrets will film in Prague.

Carlton Cuse has warned that the escalating cost of sports broadcasting rights is reducing the money available for scripted films and television. He argues that sport, particularly American football, reliably attracts large audiences, but remains optimistic that scripted drama will endure because it offers cultural and emotional insights…

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Rivian sues the US government for ‘full refund’ of Trump tariffs

  • Rivian seeks tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruling
  • Potential refund could be worth tens of millions
  • Case highlights obstacles in the government refund process

Rivian has sued the US government seeking a full refund, plus interest, for tariffs it paid under President Trump’s “Liberation Day” measures after the Supreme Court ruled those tariffs unconstitutional. The case matters because it could help determine how readily importers can recover payments already collected, while Rivian…

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One of the best 2-in-1 Chromebooks is almost $200 off for today only

  • Acer’s Spin 514 Chromebook is $190 cheaper today.
  • Anker’s 140W charger is at a low price.
  • Nintendo gift cards offer 20 percent savings.

A range of technology deals is available for a limited time, led by a substantial discount on Acer’s Chromebook Plus Spin 514. The offers may appeal to shoppers seeking a flexible Chromebook, a high-power charger or discounted Nintendo credit, although availability and prices may change quickly. - Acer’s…

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PSN Is Down

  • Article content is unavailable.
  • Title suggests a PSN outage.
  • No outage details are provided.

The article’s content is unavailable because the page displays a message requiring JavaScript and cookies. Based on the title alone, it appears to concern an outage affecting PlayStation Network (PSN), but the article text provides no confirmation or further detail. As a result, the cause, scale, duration and…

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