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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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SpaceX is working with Qualcomm to build its Starlink Mobile 5G network

  • SpaceX and Qualcomm will build out Starlink Mobile’s US network.
  • Dragonwing technology is planned for tens of thousands of sites.
  • First deployments are expected in 2027.

SpaceX is partnering with Qualcomm to build out Starlink Mobile’s US 5G network, aiming to compete with established carriers such as T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon. The deal matters because it brings Qualcomm’s cellular infrastructure into SpaceX’s effort to combine ground-based mobile sites with its direct-to-cell satellite network. The…

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With midterms over, fears of renewed US war with Iran

  • Trump has left the door open to new strikes on Iran after the midterms.
  • The conflict has raised oil prices and contributed to Republican losses.
  • Diplomats are trying to prevent escalation as Tehran sets conditions.

Donald Trump has continued to threaten new US strikes on Iran after Republicans suffered a major defeat in the midterm elections. The prospect of renewed fighting matters because the conflict has driven up oil prices, hurt household budgets and become a politically damaging issue, while an Iranian response…

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‘We want our taxes spent here’: 11 Democrats weigh in after sweeping the US midterm elections

  • Democrats won sweeping midterm gains and vowed to focus on affordability.
  • Winners called for accountability and less divisive politics.
  • Michigan’s victor urged spending tax revenue on local services.

Democrats celebrated sweeping gains in Tuesday’s US midterm elections, which the article describes as a repudiation of Donald Trump, his policies and the Republican Party. Their victory gives the party an opportunity to reshape the domestic agenda, with leaders pledging to focus on affordability, accountability and practical solutions.…

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Can you tell a real Warhol from a fake? Four art exhibitions to see for free

  • Noland examines America through stark images and cultural debris.
  • Sturtevant’s copies question originality and artistic value.
  • Contreras Lomas’s paintings reflect Mexico’s drug war.

Three of the four free exhibitions described explore questions of national identity, artistic originality and violence. Cady Noland’s stark works assemble images and objects associated with American celebrity, consumer culture and policing, while Sturtevant’s carefully made copies of famous artworks challenge viewers to consider what makes art valuable…

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1 in 4 Americans make dangerous mistake that could help return to ‘dark ages of medicine’

  • Nearly 30% of surveyed adults admitted misrepresenting symptoms to get antibiotics.
  • Most reports involved cold symptoms such as coughs or sore throats.
  • Researchers urge better communication to help curb antibiotic resistance.

A survey study found that nearly 30% of 959 American adults had exaggerated or invented symptoms to obtain antibiotics. The behaviour matters because unnecessary antibiotic use can accelerate resistance, making bacterial infections harder to treat. Most people misrepresented symptoms associated with colds, such as coughs or sore throats;…

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Sydney Sweeney house hunting across the pond in neighborhood beloved by A-listers

  • Sydney Sweeney reportedly viewed a Cotswolds property.
  • She has visited the area twice in 10 months.
  • A move with Scooter Braun remains unconfirmed.

Sydney Sweeney has reportedly viewed a property in England’s Cotswolds, raising the possibility that the actor could move from Los Angeles to the countryside. The area is popular with celebrities, and a move would offer a quieter base while keeping Pinewood Studios within reach for filming. A source…

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Burnham pledges Middle East de-escalation push after US midterms

  • Burnham links easing living costs to resolving the Middle East conflict.
  • He says he will work towards de-escalation.
  • He wants the Strait of Hormuz fully reopened.

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he would push for de-escalation in the Middle East, arguing that resolving the conflict is necessary to reduce pressure on household budgets. His comments followed the Democrats securing control of Congress in the US midterms, and came in response to a question…

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Breaking Benjamin Announce 2027 US Tour with Starset, P.O.D., and Filter

  • Breaking Benjamin will play 16 US dates in early 2027.
  • Starset, P.O.D. and Filter support most shows.
  • “Something Wicked” is the band’s ninth Mainstream Rock Airplay No. 1.

Breaking Benjamin have announced a 16-date US tour for early 2027, with Starset, P.O.D. and Filter supporting most dates. The run begins in Cedar Rapids on 16 February and ends in Atlantic City on 12 March, bringing the bands to venues across the Midwest, East Coast and South.…

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Inspired by UK sanctions on Israel, US Democrats want to work with Labour

  • UK sanctions have encouraged US Democrats to pursue similar action.
  • Nineteen Democratic senators introduced a settlement-related sanctions bill.
  • Emily Thornberry hopes Labour and US Democrats can work together.

Democrats say Britain’s sanctions on Israeli settlements have encouraged them to pursue similar measures in the United States, and they want to work with the Labour government on policy towards Israel. The issue has gained momentum after Democratic election gains, as some lawmakers argue that action against settlement…

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Mother travels from Ghana to arrange funeral for son killed in Bronx shooting

  • Javits Frimpong, 15, was shot on his way to school in the Bronx.
  • His mother travelled to the US to plan his funeral and seek justice.
  • Police are searching for three teenage suspects; no arrests have been made.

Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old Ghanaian boy, was chased and fatally shot on his way to school in the Bronx, New York. His mother, Doris Adu Gyamfi, has travelled from Ghana to arrange his funeral after receiving an emergency visa, saying she wants justice for her son. Police have…

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