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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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Balogun expected World Cup ban reversal to distract US squad

  • Balogun said the ban reversal brought unwanted controversy
  • Fifa’s decision allowed him to face Belgium
  • The case prompted neutrality complaints against Infantino

Folarin Balogun has said he expected the reversal of his World Cup suspension to create controversy and unsettle the United States squad, after he was allowed to return for their last-16 defeat to Belgium. His remarks matter because they add a first-hand account from the player at the…

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Lily Seabird – “Portal To The Past”

  • Lily Seabird releases 'Portal To The Past', a seven-minute alt-country single from her forthcoming album 'Lightspheres On Their Way'
  • The track explores themes of memory and temporal perception, inspired by a vivid dream Seabird experienced whilst in New Orleans
  • Album arrives physically 4 September and digitally 2 October via Lame-O Records

A seven-minute-long alt-country dirge, let's go. "Portal To The Past" is the newest single from Lily Seabird's highly anticipated upcoming album, Lightspheres On Their Way. Seabird's previous tracks — the non-album loosie "Demon In Me" and lead single "Election Day" — both made our lists of the best…

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England-Argentina World Cup semi-final in Atlanta prompts joint security operation

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  • Atlanta is increasing security for England v Argentina.
  • Authorities fear fan clashes at a high-risk semi-final.
  • FIFA, police and federal agencies are involved.

A joint security operation is being put in place in Atlanta ahead of England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina because officials believe the fixture carries an unusually high risk of disorder. The match is seen as sensitive because of the long-running football rivalry between the two countries, recent…

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New York enacts first US ban on data center construction

  • New York became the first US state to pause large data center permits (50MW+) for up to one year whilst officials develop new protective regulations
  • Governor Hochul reversed her initial opposition to data centre bans after mounting public concerns about utility costs and environmental impact
  • Multiple other states are pursuing similar restrictions as opposition to data centre expansion grows nationally

New York has become the first US state to place a moratorium on the construction of data centers.

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How US commerce secretary’s Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower

  • Whistleblower Simon Andriesz found Lutnick-Epstein business emails in leaked files
  • Lutnick denies wrongdoing; commerce department says no evidence found
  • Files also reveal a 2013 plan involving Prince Andrew's contacts

A British former Wall Street executive, Simon Andriesz, has revealed how he uncovered evidence suggesting that US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick failed to disclose a business relationship with the late paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein. Andriesz found a 2018 email chain showing Lutnick and Epstein discussing a start-up venture,…

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‘He made wine and he shared it. What more do you want?’: Sam Neill remembered by his co-stars

  • Guardian collects co-star tributes to actor Sam Neill after his death
  • Lindsay Duncan and Charles Dance recall his warmth, humour and generosity
  • Colleagues valued his wine-making and unpretentious, grounded character

The Guardian has gathered tributes to Sam Neill from actors and a director who worked with him, following the news of his death. Lindsay Duncan, Charles Dance and director Peter Webber each recall a warm, unpretentious man whose charm and generosity extended well beyond his acting career, particularly…

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8 Classic Mystery Books That Are Perfect From the First Page to the Last

  • Collider lists eight classic mysteries worth reading start to finish
  • Poe's "Rue Morgue" (1841) invented the detective fiction template
  • James's "Turn of the Screw" (1898) blends ghost story and mystery genres

This Collider feature recommends classic mystery novels that hold up brilliantly from beginning to end, opening with two picks that helped shape the genre. Edgar Allan Poe's 1841 short story "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" is credited as the origin of the detective fiction genre, introducing C.…

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Forget Blockbuster Movies, Big Franchises Need To Focus on Video Games

  • Summer 2026 saw multiple big franchise films underperform or flop.
  • Writer argues franchises should prioritise video games over films.
  • Cites Hogwarts Legacy as proof games can deepen IP world-building.

An opinion piece from Collider argues that after a string of poorly received summer 2026 franchise films — including The Mandalorian and Grogu, Supergirl and Masters of the Universe — big studios should shift their focus away from blockbuster movies and towards video games as the primary way…

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