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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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Portugal Edge Croatia in World Cup Drama as VAR Call Seals Ronaldo’s Last-16 Passage

  • Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Ronaldo (penalty) and Ramos to advance to the Round of 16
  • VAR disallowed Gvardiol's late equaliser for offside, a pivotal decision that sealed Portugal's progression
  • Portugal will face Spain next; Ronaldo's farewell World Cup campaign continues

Portugal secured a 2-1 victory over Croatia in Toronto to advance to the World Cup last 16, with captain Cristiano Ronaldo converting from the penalty spot and substitute Gonçalo Ramos notching a crucial 94th-minute head

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Secret Madison Square Garden Wedding Draws Heavy Police Presence and $26 Million Charity Pledge

  • NYPD threatening arrests outside MSG to enforce privacy around Swift-Kelce's secret wedding
  • Couple donated $26 million to charities pre-wedding; over a dozen organizations thanking them
  • Celebrity wedding planner with JFK Jr. experience advising on execution of secure high-profile ceremony

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are preparing for a private wedding at Madison Square Garden, with New York City police implementing strict security measures to prevent unauthorized access and media intrusion. Law enforcem

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Northeastern US faces dangerous heat surge with record temperatures and infrastructure strain

  • Northeastern US experiencing dangerous heatwave with NYC hitting ~100°F, its hottest since 2012
  • Multiple areas approaching or exceeding record temperatures over the long weekend
  • Authorities opened emergency cooling centers and issued energy conservation guidance amid blackout concerns

The northeastern United States is experiencing an intense heatwave characterized by extreme temperatures and high humidity levels over the long weekend, with New York City facing its hottest conditions since 2012 at appr

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Amazon has enough satellites to launch its Starlink competitor

Amazon says it now has enough satellites operating in low-Earth orbit to light up its Starlink internet competitor. With last night's launch, Amazon Leo has 396 satellites deployed, which is "enough to support continuous service across initial latitudes," according to Chris Weber, VP heading up business and product…

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Kane’s Late Heroics Rescue England From World Cup Brink in 2-1 DR Congo Thriller

  • Harry Kane scores twice late to complete England's comeback from brink of World Cup exit, defeating DR Congo 2-1
  • England's performance was worrying throughout most of the match under manager Thomas Tuchel before Kane's intervention
  • Victory secures England's progression to face Mexico in the next round

England narrowly escaped a catastrophic World Cup exit when Harry Kane struck twice in the closing stages to secure a 2-1 victory over DR Congo. For the majority of the match, Thomas Tuchel's side delivered a concerning

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