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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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Iran, Gaza, Ukraine: What will US midterm results mean for these conflicts?

  • Democrats’ midterm gains could shift congressional scrutiny of US foreign policy.
  • The Iran war and its estimated $47bn cost were major election issues.
  • Trump can veto legislation, and Congress needs two-thirds majorities to override him.

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, a result widely seen as a rebuke of President Donald Trump’s policies, especially the war with Iran. From January, the new majority could challenge his approach to Iran, Gaza and Ukraine, though Trump has threatened to…

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3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1970s That Belong on Every Road Trip Playlist

  • Three 1970s tracks are suggested for road trips.
  • The picks span upbeat, classic-rock and laid-back moods.
  • Songs date from 1970, 1971 and 1978.

The article recommends three 1970s songs for road-trip playlists, arguing that their contrasting sounds can keep long drives enjoyable. It highlights upbeat, classic-rock and more relaxed choices for different moments on the road. The tracks are Mungo Jerry’s “In the Summertime” (1971), Derek & The Dominos’ “Layla” (1970),…

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Karoline Leavitt says Trump was crushed because Americans ‘forgot about his good policy and listened to the lying media’

  • Leavitt blamed the Republican defeat on voters and the media.
  • Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress.
  • US petrol averaged $4.12 a gallon, up from $3.05 a year earlier.

Former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt blamed Republicans’ crushing midterm defeat on voters forgetting Donald Trump’s policies and listening to what she called the “lying media”. Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress, in a result that reflected voter frustration with the cost of living, fuel…

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JD Vance blames Iran war and support for Israel for failure in US mid-term elections

  • Vance blamed the Iran war for Republican election losses.
  • He said many 2024 Trump voters backed Democrats in 2026.
  • Polling pointed to four issues behind voters’ shift.

US Vice President JD Vance said the war with Iran and US support for Israel were central reasons Republicans lost heavily in the mid-term elections. His remarks appeared to challenge President Donald Trump’s Middle East policy and called for Republicans to address voters’ priorities if they want to…

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Visualising how the US midterms turned the map blue

  • Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress.
  • At least 122.7 million ballots were counted.
  • Several Republican strongholds flipped to Democrats.

In a major Democratic wave in the November 3 midterms, voters gave Democrats control of both chambers of the US Congress, ending the Republican majorities held by President Donald Trump’s party. The result shifts power in Washington with two years of Trump’s term remaining. Preliminary estimates put turnout…

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Gina Hinojosa’s Mexican roots: A family of lawyers and a past in the Huasteca Potosina

  • Gina Hinojosa has won the Texas governorship.
  • She defeated Greg Abbott by 52.8% to 45.7%.
  • Her family has deep ties to law and Mexican heritage.

Gina Hinojosa has defeated incumbent Greg Abbott to become Texas’s first Hispanic woman of Mexican descent elected governor, in a state long seen as a Republican stronghold. She won 52.8% of the vote to Abbott’s 45.7%, with 99% counted, marking a major Democratic gain in Texas. Hinojosa is…

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Democrats win both chambers as progressives press for a bolder agenda

  • Democrats took control of the House and Senate.
  • Progressives and party leaders disagree over what the wins mean.
  • Schumer called for unity on affordability and corruption.

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, making a strong showing in areas that had previously favoured Republicans. The results have prompted a dispute over what voters endorsed: progressive groups say they rejected both Donald Trump and the party establishment’s cautious approach, while…

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Older Brazilians’ runoff turnout helped Lula secure historic fourth term

  • Older voters helped Lula turn a first-round defeat into victory.
  • 1.4 million of the extra runoff voters were over 70.
  • Analysts also cite welfare benefits, online organising and protests.

More than a million older Brazilians who skipped the first round voted in the runoff, helping Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva overturn his earlier defeat and win a historic fourth term. Their participation drew attention because voters in their 80s, 90s and even over 100 made difficult journeys…

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Trump needs to focus on winning the AI race

  • The article calls for US leadership in artificial intelligence.
  • It says directing AI development could help counter future threats.
  • It urges Trump to make AI dominance a priority after midterm losses.

The article argues that the United States should prioritise winning the artificial intelligence race, saying American leadership is needed to identify and counter future AI threats. It links this argument to the possibility that COVID-19 began with an accident at a Chinese government laboratory, and says the US…

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Amazon ditches GrubHub, taps Uber Eats for Prime

  • Uber Eats replaces Grubhub as Amazon’s US Prime delivery partner.
  • Orders over $25 have no delivery fee for Prime members.
  • New users can get $20 off their first qualifying order.

Amazon has named Uber Eats as its restaurant delivery partner for US Prime members, ending its commercial agreement with Grubhub. The change gives Amazon another benefit to promote Prime and deepens its existing relationship with Uber. Prime members can order through Amazon.com or the Amazon Shopping app without…

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