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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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Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul announce second album and tour dates

  • Adigéry and Pupul announced their second album, *Mainland Madinina*.
  • “From Healer to Dealer” takes aim at wellness culture.
  • The duo will tour Europe and North America in 2027.

Charlotte Adigéry and Bolis Pupul have announced their second album, *Mainland Madinina*, and tour dates across Europe and North America. Its new single, “From Healer to Dealer”, satirises wellness culture through characters named Grace and Ruben, while its video, directed by Lennert Madou, takes the form of an…

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Versant CEO: MS NOW Not Suffering From ‘News Fatigue’ Like Fox News

  • MS NOW says its audience is growing, without signs of news fatigue.
  • Fox News remains larger but lost primetime viewers in the third quarter.
  • MS NOW’s audience grew, especially among viewers aged 25 to 54.

Versant Media CEO Mark Lazarus said MS NOW is not seeing the “viewer fatigue” that Fox News has blamed for falling ratings. He said MS NOW’s audience is active and growing, with some viewers switching from other networks, and expects interest to remain strong around US Election Day…

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Prediction markets record $1.9bn in bets on US midterms

  • Nearly $1.9 billion was traded on midterm outcomes.
  • Both platforms favoured Democrats to win the House and Senate.
  • Betting volume was below Polymarket’s 2024 presidential total.

Kalshi and Polymarket recorded nearly $1.9 billion in trades on the 2026 US midterm elections by 8 pm ET on 2 November, as voters prepared to decide control of Congress. The scale of the betting highlights the growing role of prediction markets in election coverage, while the platforms’…

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Who is goalkeeper Owono and will he be punished after De Miguel’s death?

  • Jesus de Miguel died after colliding with goalkeeper Jesus Owono.
  • Owono was sent off and police are reported to be investigating.
  • Owono has played 46 times for Equatorial Guinea.

Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel died in hospital on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision with Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a La Liga 2 match. Owono was sent off for the challenge, which has been widely criticised as reckless, and police are reported to…

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America has always been drawn to an unelected elite. Meet the courtier class | Nancy Isenberg

  • America’s power brokers have deep historical roots.
  • Courtiers used charm and connections to influence leaders.
  • The essay draws a line to today’s wealthy insiders.

The article argues that America’s unelected power brokers are not a new phenomenon. Historian Nancy Isenberg describes them as a “courtier class”: influential figures who use social skills, persuasion and access to shape decisions made by elected leaders. Their continued presence, she says, shows how American political culture…

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How to watch the 2026 midterm election results on Fox News across platforms

  • Coverage begins at 6 p.m. ET on 3 November.
  • The Decision Desk will call races and project congressional control.
  • Coverage spans TV, streaming, digital and radio.

Fox News Media plans live, cross-platform coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections on Tuesday, 3 November, as voters decide control of Congress and several governor’s offices. Its coverage will include results, race calls and analysis across television, digital services, radio and streaming. Fox News Channel’s “FOX News…

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LO:TECH raises $12 million to expand crypto trading into U.S. and Asia

  • LO:TECH raised $12 million in a Series A led by MMC.
  • The firm plans to expand into New York and Singapore and grow institutional execution services.
  • Regulated services will require approval; US licensing options are still being explored.

London-based crypto market maker LO:TECH has raised $12 million in a Series A round led by MMC. Existing investors Faction and 13 Books Capital joined the round, alongside Atka. The company says it will use the money to expand into the United States and Asia-Pacific, including New York…

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Do you need to vote in every race on your ballot?

  • You can leave a race or ballot measure blank.
  • Votes you cast in other contests still count.
  • Check your ballot before submitting it for accidental omissions.

Voters in US elections do not have to make a choice in every race or ballot measure. Leaving a contest blank is known as an undervote. The ballot can still be submitted, and votes marked in other contests are counted. The guidance is relevant to voters who are…

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U.S.-Based Japanese Music Company Nebula17 Expands Team & Roster: ‘J-Pop Feels Ready for Its Moment’

  • Nebula17 is expanding to help Japanese artists reach US audiences.
  • The company added seven staff and signed six publishing and label acts.
  • Its Orchard partnership and studio will support international distribution and collaboration.

Los Angeles-based Nebula17 has expanded its team, publishing roster and label operations as it works to build a stronger audience for Japanese music in the United States. Founder Naoki Osada says J-pop is gaining momentum, and the company aims to help Japanese artists reach US listeners through cross-border…

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Peak Design expands its collection of wireless charging accessories

  • Peak Design has launched a range of charging accessories.
  • Its 5,000mAh battery reaches 25W wireless charging when plugged in.
  • The dual-pad station costs $99.95 and supports two devices at 25W.

Peak Design is expanding into premium charging accessories with a new travel battery, a two-device wireless charging station, a compact wall charger and USB-C cables. The products pair metal construction and travel-friendly designs with fast charging, including a battery that can deliver 25W wirelessly when plugged into a…

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