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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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Ukraine envoy pushes back on worst-case scenario predictions for winter

  • Sienik says Ukrainian cities will not be depopulated this winter.
  • Ukraine warns Russia is targeting energy infrastructure.
  • His view differs from some officials’ worst-case predictions.

Ukraine’s chargé d’affaires in the United States, Denys Sienik, rejected predictions that this winter could force people to abandon Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. His comments present a more confident assessment from the government as concerns grow over Russia’s campaign against the country’s energy infrastructure. Ukraine has said…

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New Mandelson files to be released ‘by Christmas’

  • More Mandelson appointment files are expected by Christmas.
  • Police have allowed publication of previously withheld documents.
  • MPs will redact information that could affect security or international relations.

The Government expects to publish further files about Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador by Christmas, after the Metropolitan Police agreed to lift a hold on documents linked to its investigation. The release could shed more light on the appointment and the security concerns raised during vetting,…

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US FAA says it will phase out floppy disks from air traffic control by 2028

  • The FAA will replace floppy disks at more than 400 facilities by 2028.
  • A new system will combine four systems dating to the 1980s.
  • Recent cable cuts have disrupted air traffic services and flights.

The US Federal Aviation Administration plans to replace floppy disks used for weather and other critical information at more than 400 air traffic control facilities by the end of 2028. The move is part of a wider effort to modernise systems that controllers rely on to share operational…

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Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos on Co-Anchoring ‘GMA’ for Almost 20 Years and Trump Era Attacks on the Media: ‘It Stings When You Hear the Words “Fake News”’

  • Roberts and Stephanopoulos are receiving Walk of Fame stars.
  • They have co-anchored GMA since 2009.
  • They credit their partnership to shared values and mutual respect.

Robin Roberts and George Stephanopoulos are set to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognising their nearly two decades as co-anchors of Good Morning America. In an interview, they reflected on how their different personalities and shared values helped them work together, and on the pressures…

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US warns of ‘ongoing cyber threat’ to industrial refrigeration systems

  • US agencies warn refrigeration controls are under ongoing cyber attack.
  • Recent incidents affected military-base stores and more than 100 European shops.
  • Officials urge operators to isolate systems and apply software updates.

The United States has warned that hackers are targeting internet-connected temperature controls in grocery stores and cold-storage facilities. Officials say a successful attack could alter temperatures and cause fires, spoil stock or shorten equipment lifespans, putting businesses and other organisations that rely on refrigeration at risk. The warning…

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Forget James Bond, A Superior Spy Series Officially Returns Today

  • *The Taper Man* was released on 5 November 2026.
  • Nick Harkaway continues John le Carré’s world of espionage.
  • George Smiley investigates a Soviet operation across several cities.

Nick Harkaway’s new novel, *The Taper Man*, was released on 5 November 2026, continuing the spy world created by his father, John le Carré. The article presents it as an alternative for readers seeking a darker, more grounded espionage story while the next James Bond film is still…

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Nasdaq heading for worst day in 18 months as Wall Street sustains widespread losses

  • Nasdaq fell as much as 5%, its sharpest drop in 18 months.
  • AI and chip shares led losses across markets.
  • Investors weighed whether election results could slow datacentre expansion.

The Nasdaq fell by up to 5% on Thursday, putting it on course for its steepest one-day loss in 18 months and pushing it more than 10% below its recent record high. Investors are concerned that Democrats’ gains in midterm elections and local votes against datacentres could lead…

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$847M Powerball ticket sold in wealthy NJ town — where families make twice US average

  • A New Jersey resident won $847 million.
  • The ticket was sold in wealthy Montvale.
  • The winner can take $363.1 million upfront.

A New Jersey resident won an $847 million Powerball jackpot with a ticket sold at a Wegmans in Montvale, one of the state’s wealthiest towns. The prize is the ninth-largest in Powerball history, though it is not known whether the winner lives in Montvale. Montvale’s median household income…

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David Lee Murphy Says This No. 1 Hit “Came Out of Nowhere”

  • “Dust On The Bottle” came together in about 15 minutes.
  • The song was added to Murphy’s album at the last minute.
  • Its recording used the first take and much of the first vocal.

David Lee Murphy says “Dust On The Bottle”, his first No. 1 single, took shape unexpectedly while he was recording his debut album, Out With A Bang. The song was added at the last minute and became his biggest hit, helping establish him as both a country singer…

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Harmeet Dhillon resigns as head of US civil rights division

  • Harmeet Dhillon has resigned as head of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division.
  • More than three-quarters of the division’s lawyers reportedly left during her tenure.
  • The division lost every case seeking voter-roll information from states.

Harmeet Dhillon, who led the US Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, has resigned, becoming the first senior department official to leave after Democrats won control of Congress in the 2026 midterms. Her departure matters because Democrats are expected to investigate executive agencies, while her tenure had sharply redirected…

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