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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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Big Tech claims voters’ AI backlash is “anti-Trump” not “anti-tech”

  • Voters backed restrictions on data centres and AI.
  • Texas could delay about 13 gigawatts of capacity.
  • Industry figures say the backlash may be political.

Voters in US elections backed tighter restrictions on artificial intelligence and data centres, putting President Donald Trump’s rapid AI expansion at risk of delays. The results matter because new rules could slow future projects, raise costs for developers and increase protections for communities concerned about water, electricity, air…

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Burnham says US election result could help end Iran conflict

  • Burnham says the results offer a chance to pursue peace and lower costs.
  • Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress.
  • Trump linked fuel costs to Republican losses but stood by the war.

Andy Burnham said the US midterm results create an opportunity for countries to work together on ending the Iran war and easing pressure on household costs. He presented voters’ rejection of Republicans as a call to focus on issues affecting people’s daily lives and said he would urge…

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Bessent says ‘you are either with us or against us’ after new Iran-linked sanctions

  • The US announced new Iran-linked sanctions.
  • Bessent warned supporters they could be sanctioned.
  • The measures target an alleged oil tanker network.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that governments and businesses must choose whether to cooperate with Washington or face sanctions, following new US measures linked to Iran. The sanctions target a network the Treasury describes as helping Iran’s shadow fleet of oil tankers, signalling continued pressure on those…

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US midterm elections 2026: Record number of hijabis elected to statewide and national offices

  • Five hijab-wearing women won statewide or national office.
  • Their victories set a US record.
  • The winners have diverse backgrounds and policy priorities.

The 2026 US midterm elections sent four hijab-wearing women to state senates and one to Congress, setting a national record. Their victories mark a notable gain in representation amid rising anti-Muslim rhetoric and concerns that intimidation could discourage Muslim Americans from voting. The article names Georgia’s Ruwa Romman,…

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Trump boasts about ‘magnificent’ ballroom day after Republican rout

  • Trump praised his planned ballroom after Republicans’ midterm losses.
  • Democrats won control of the House and Senate.
  • Trump blamed Iran-related fuel costs but defended the war.

Donald Trump spent more than 20 minutes praising the planned White House ballroom the day after Republicans suffered major losses in the US midterm elections. Democrats retook both chambers of Congress and won several governor races, in an election widely viewed as a verdict on Trump and his…

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Winners, losers, the EU: Five takeaways from the US midterms

  • Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress.
  • Voters signalled support for stronger checks on presidential power.
  • The result could reshape debates over both parties’ future direction.

Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, dealing a major blow to Donald Trump’s Republicans. The result matters because it gives Democrats greater power to scrutinise the administration and signals that many voters want stronger checks on presidential authority. An Associated Press post-election…

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Will the US resume its attacks on Iran?

  • Iran warned a response could have no geographical limits.
  • Trump raised the possibility of attacks after the midterms.
  • Mediators are trying to secure a US-Iran peace deal.

Iran warned that any renewed conflict with the United States could extend beyond geographical limits, as fears of a return to war grew after Donald Trump said the US might attack Iran after the midterm elections. The warning comes as mediators seek to bring Tehran and Washington closer…

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Is AIPAC Okay?

  • AIPAC and an affiliated group spent about $84 million.
  • Roughly $55 million went towards candidates who lost.
  • Several winners openly criticised AIPAC and its policies.

AIPAC, the pro-Israel lobbying group, spent heavily in the midterm elections but most of its spending went towards candidates who lost. The results, including victories by candidates who criticised the group and its policies, suggest that AIPAC’s influence may be weakening and that its association could be a…

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Dierks Bentley Once Got Kicked Out of the Grand Ole Opry—Now He’s Aging Bourbon Inside Its Walls

  • Bentley’s bourbon was moved to the Grand Ole Opry for ageing.
  • Trespasser’s Proof is a four-barrel limited release due in 2027.
  • Its name recalls Bentley’s past as an unauthorised Opry visitor.

Dierks Bentley’s bourbon brand, ROW 94, is preparing a limited release called Trespasser’s Proof, inspired by his younger years sneaking into Nashville music venues, including the Grand Ole Opry. The Opry once restricted his visits, but Bentley later became a member and has now been invited to age…

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Tony Awards Extends CBS Broadcast Agreement Through 2032

  • The Tonys will remain on CBS through 2032.
  • The partnership began in 1978.
  • The 80th ceremony is scheduled for 13 June 2027.

The Tony Awards have extended their broadcast agreement with CBS through 2032, continuing a partnership that began in 1978. The deal keeps the Broadway honours on network television and gives the ceremony a continuing presence on streaming. The 80th annual awards are scheduled to air live on CBS…

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