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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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The classic rock band Angus Young labelled “poor imitators of The Who”

  • Angus Young criticised Led Zeppelin’s later live performances.
  • He preferred simple, immediate rock music.
  • AC/DC reject claims that rock is dead.

Angus Young criticised Led Zeppelin as “poor imitators” of The Who, arguing that the band’s later live shows became overlong and less engaging before relying on older rock-and-roll songs to revive audiences. The remarks matter because they underline Young’s long-held preference for direct, energetic rock over musical complexity…

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Zoom, With New Story, Bets on Indie Journalist to Tell It

  • Zoom partners with journalist Nayeema Raza on original content series
  • New "solopreneur" interview series and six-part show launch this year
  • Move reflects brands courting influential independent creators and journalists

Zoom has launched a partnership with independent journalist and podcaster Nayeema Raza, creator of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," marking the video-conferencing company's push into original content production. The tie-up reflects a broader shift in how brands engage audiences, as independent creators and journalists gain growing influence, particularly among…

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Apps targeted at US troops contain Chinese and Russian code

  • One in eight military-targeted apps contain Chinese or Russian code
  • 64% of 220+ apps studied carried third-party tracking software
  • Adversaries have already used such data to target US troops abroad

A study by researchers at Purdue University, the US Military Academy at West Point, and Florida International University has found that more than one in eight mobile apps marketed to US military personnel contain software built by companies in China, Russia or other nations, fuelling concerns that adversary…

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BBCPhil/Noseda/Selaocoe review – a proms concert that was everything the festival does best

  • Guardian reviews BBC Philharmonic's Proms concert under Gianandrea Noseda
  • Abel Selaocoe stars in Jessie Montgomery's new cello concerto premiere
  • Programme mixed Bach, Beethoven's Ninth and new work to strong effect

The Guardian's review praises a BBC Philharmonic Proms concert at the Royal Albert Hall, conducted by Gianandrea Noseda, which paired Bach and Beethoven with the UK premiere of Jessie Montgomery's new cello concerto. Though the programme looked mismatched on paper, the critic found it cohered brilliantly in performance,…

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‘Top Gun’ Franchise Lands Spot On Las Vegas Strip In Splashy Paramount Licensing Play

  • Paramount and Advent Allen Entertainment to build Top Gun Vegas on the Strip
  • 2.48-acre site near the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign
  • Will include the Hard Deck bar from Top Gun: Maverick

Paramount has partnered with Advent Allen Entertainment to bring the Top Gun film franchise to the Las Vegas Strip, developing a 2.48-acre entertainment destination near Harry Reid International Airport and the iconic "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign. The move reflects a wider trend of entertainment companies extending…

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Psychological Horror Feature ‘Ancestral Beasts’ Debuts Trailer Ahead of Fantasia World Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

  • "Ancestral Beasts" premieres at Fantasia festival on 22 July 2026.
  • Métis horror film explores generational trauma via a stalking creature.
  • Mongrel Media acquires Canadian distribution; release date still unset.

Métis writer-director Tim Riedel has released an exclusive trailer for his psychological horror feature "Ancestral Beasts" ahead of its world premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival on 22 July. The film follows a young Métis woman, Elyse, who returns to her ancestral home to focus on her…

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The Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay delivers swappable battery tech at a cheap price, but it’s too quiet to be a true SteelSeries competitor

  • Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay offers cheap, swappable battery tech
  • Reviewer praises value but flags disappointing volume levels
  • Falls short of rivalling premium brands like SteelSeries

GamesRadar+ has reviewed the Glorious GHS Wireless InfinitePlay, a budget-friendly gaming headset that stands out for its swappable battery system, letting users keep it running by switching in a fresh battery rather than waiting for a recharge. The reviewer found this a genuinely useful and cost-effective feature, but…

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Watch: US police officer pulls man from burning car

  • Texas officer pulled driver from car moments before it caught fire
  • Corporal Joshua Swisher spotted smoke during an unrelated traffic stop
  • Incident occurred 7 June; footage released recently

A Texas police officer has been praised after bodycam and dashcam footage showed him pulling a driver from a car seconds before it burst into flames. Corporal Joshua Swisher was carrying out an unrelated traffic stop on a motorway when he noticed smoke coming from a nearby vehicle…

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Nintendo’s single-player Splatoon spin-off feels flat despite fun weapon tinkering

  • Splatoon Raiders review calls the Switch 2 spinoff disappointingly generic
  • Best played co-op; solo play feels lesser and less puzzly
  • Gear customisation shines, but story and originality fall flat

Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo's first single-player-focused spinoff from its inventive multiplayer shooter series, has launched on Switch 2 to a disappointingly ordinary reception, according to the Guardian's review. While the game can be completed solo, it is designed around cooperative play with up to three others, sending players out…

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Hunter Biden, Nick Fuentes Face-Off In Channel 5 Interview Trailer (Exclusive)

  • Hunter Biden and Nick Fuentes interview trailer released by Channel 5
  • Discussion covers Holocaust denial, race, Trump and AI
  • Full interview airs later in July 2026, date unconfirmed

A trailer for a forthcoming interview between Hunter Biden and far-right influencer Nick Fuentes has been released exclusively to The Hollywood Reporter, revealing that the pair discussed Holocaust denial, race in America and artificial superintelligence during a wide-ranging and reportedly tense conversation. The interview, filmed in Philadelphia earlier…

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