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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The Actors Equity president said she paid a stealth trip to Trey Parker and Matt Stone's Denver-area restaurant to protest working conditions. "I’ve been grabbed sexually 20-plus times," Gorilla performer says.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stirred controversy after participating in a podcast segment where listeners posed a "shag, marry or date" game featuring pop star Kylie Minogue alongside Nicole Kidman and Rhon
Pizza Express reportedly launched an investigation into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's claim he visited its Woking branch during his notorious Newsnight interview.
The Steam Machine that suffered a "red line of death" last week that was thought to indicate a serious graphics card issue has miraculously sprung back to life. Read more
The England team progressed to the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a thrilling 3-2 win over Mexico on Sunday night (July 5).
Brazilian forward Neymar declared his international playing career complete following his nation's exit from the 2026 World Cup at the hands of Norway. The announcement came in an emotional moment, with the veteran strik
▶England produced one of their finest World Cup performances at Mexico's iconic Azteca Stadium, beating the hosts 3-2 to reach the quarter-finals in a display some have compared to the class of 1966. Jude Bellingham scored twice and Harry Kane added the decisive goal in a fiercely contested…
This was the most extraordinary night of football as an experience of the mind, body, bones, guts and blood“Enn-JOYYY this unforrrgGEDDABLE Fifa Worrrld Cup … expPERRIENCE!!” the strangely guileless American-accented public address had commanded, with 40 minutes still to run before the delayed kick-off in Mexico City.Er. OK…
▶England produced one of their most memorable World Cup knockout performances, defeating Mexico 3-2 in a dramatic last-16 tie at the Estadio Azteca. Reduced to 10 men after Jarrel Quansah's early red card for a challenge on Jesus Gallardo, the Three Lions mounted an impressive comeback, with Jude…
Norway reached the quarterfinals of the football World Cup for the first time in their history, defeating Brazil 2-1 in their Round of 16 tie. Erling Haaland scored both goals to secure the upset against one of the tournament's traditional powerhouses, marking a landmark moment for Norwegian football.…