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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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Putin accuses hockey organizations of ‘gross violation’ as Canada bars Russia from World Juniors

  • Putin calls Russia’s exclusion unlawful and politicised.
  • Canada says Russian athletes will miss next month’s World Juniors.
  • Several European teams have pledged to boycott games against Russia.

Vladimir Putin accused hockey bodies of breaking legal commitments after Hockey Canada and the Canadian government said Russian athletes would be barred from next month’s World Junior Championships in Alberta. The dispute follows a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling that lifted the international ban on Russian teams,…

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The Woolworths Project, Representation, AI & National American Indian Heritage Month – Guest Column

  • Billy Luther describes the pressure to explain Native representation.
  • His path included volunteering, mentorship and making films with limited means.
  • He is exploring new formats and technology while seeking room for varied work.

Filmmaker and writer Billy Luther reflects on being asked to explain Native identity and representation in Hollywood, while wanting room to make work that is humorous, unusual and not defined solely by identity. His essay argues that conversations about representation matter, but can take time and attention away…

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US court drops criminal case against Russian scientist Kseniia Petrova, accused of smuggling frog embryos

  • A Massachusetts judge dismissed the case against Kseniia Petrova.
  • She had failed to declare frog embryos brought from France in February 2025.
  • Petrova said deportation to Russia could put her at risk.

A federal judge in Massachusetts has dismissed the criminal case against Kseniia Petrova, a Russian scientist who worked at Harvard Medical School. She had been accused of smuggling frog embryos into the United States after failing to declare them on her return from France in February 2025. Petrova…

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Area Man Feels Joy Online for First Time in Years

  • Collins says midterm wins have renewed his hope.
  • The Onion’s Infowars takeover remains tied up in court.
  • Harrison and Collins see satire as a way to cope.

The Onion CEO Ben Collins and comedian Patti Harrison discussed political satire, online culture and the value of humour at the WIRED World Fair in Miami. Collins said recent Democratic midterm wins had given him hope as The Onion continues its legal fight to take control of Infowars,…

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Born 90 Years Ago Today in Alabama, the Nashville Sound Architect Behind Hits by Tammy Wynette, George Jones, and Charlie Rich

  • Billy Sherrill helped shape the Nashville Sound.
  • He worked closely with Tammy Wynette at Epic Records.
  • He pushed George Jones to record “He Stopped Loving Her Today”.

Billy Sherrill, born in Alabama on 5 November 1936, helped shape the Nashville Sound, blending country with pop production. His work brought major success to Tammy Wynette, George Jones and Charlie Rich, and helped define country music across several decades. After moving to Nashville in 1962, Sherrill joined…

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El-Sayed’s win exposes voter divide over US support for Israel

  • El-Sayed’s win is framed as a voter rebuke to wealthy pro-Israel interests.
  • His Israel criticism did not cost him support among voters focused on the issue.
  • The author expects the divide to shape populist challenges in both parties.

Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan’s Senate race is presented as evidence that US debate over Israel policy divides wealthy political interests from ordinary voters, rather than simply dividing left from right. The article argues that criticism of Israel was not the electoral liability commentators had suggested: El-Sayed won…

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Sterling reaches strongest level since 2016 referendum-day crash

  • Sterling reached its strongest level since referendum day in 2016.
  • The Bank of England’s currency index rose to 86.5372.
  • A weaker dollar and hopes for closer EU ties supported the pound.

Sterling has reached its strongest level against a basket of currencies since the day of the 2016 EU referendum, when it began a sharp decline. The rise reflects a weaker US dollar after the Democrats’ midterm election victory, alongside the pound’s gains against currencies including the euro and…

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Brazilian soccer game descends into madness with record-setting 51 red cards thanks to brawl

  • A Brazilian under-20 match saw 51 players and staff sent off.
  • Forty-eight dismissals stemmed from a mass brawl.
  • The total surpassed a 2011 record of 36 red cards.

An under-20 match between Mamoré and Uberlândia in Brazil descended into a mass brawl, prompting officials to send off 51 players and staff. The total is a Guinness World Record and draws attention to the scale of disorder during a youth football game. The referee’s report said a…

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OZZFEST To Return In 2027 With Three Shows In U.K., U.S. And Mexico

  • Ozzfest returns for three one-day shows in 2027.
  • The festival will make its first stop in Mexico City.
  • Sharon Osbourne will curate the line-ups.

Ozzfest will return in 2027 with three one-day shows in the UK, the US and, for the first time, Mexico City. The revival brings back a festival founded by Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne more than 30 years ago, extending its place in Ozzy’s legacy after his death and…

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