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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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‘Okinawa Saudade’ Director Matsubayashi Yoju on a 10-Year Journey Tracing Brazilian Dancers’ Island Roots

  • Two Brazilian Okinawans travel to Okinawa to explore their roots through dance.
  • Director Matsubayashi’s project grew from a decade of ties with the community.
  • Brazil formally apologised in 2024 for post-war persecution of Japanese immigrants.

“Okinawa Saudade”, a documentary by Matsubayashi Yoju, follows two young Brazilian Okinawans as they travel to Okinawa to explore their heritage through dance. The film connects their search for roots with the history of Okinawan migration and wartime displacement, and grew out of the director’s decade-long relationship with…

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US reportedly struck Iranian forces on Qeshm Island over several weeks

  • US reportedly struck Iranian forces on Qeshm Island.
  • The attacks were described as limited and defensive.
  • Negotiations continue amid a larger US military build-up.

The US has reportedly carried out limited defensive strikes against Iranian forces on Qeshm Island, near the Strait of Hormuz, a day before the midterm elections. A US official said the targets were Iranians using surface-to-air missiles against US assets; the strikes raise concern about renewed conflict while…

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Reznor and Ross reunite with Fincher for sixth film score

  • Reznor and Ross reunite with Fincher for their sixth film score together.
  • The Cliff Booth spin-off gets two weeks exclusively in IMAX.
  • Netflix streaming is scheduled to begin on 23 December.

Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross will compose the score for David Fincher’s new Cliff Booth film, extending a partnership that began with “The Social Network”. The announcement appeared on the film’s poster and marks their sixth collaboration on one of Fincher’s films. “The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth”…

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Jeremy Renner & Josh Brolin Set For Orlando von Einsiedel’s ‘A Speck In The Sea’; 193 Launching Sales At AFM

  • Jeremy Renner and Josh Brolin will lead a true-story survival thriller.
  • The film follows a fisherman lost at sea in 2013.
  • International sales begin at the American Film Market.

Jeremy Renner and Josh Brolin will star in *A Speck in the Sea*, a survival thriller based on a 2013 incident in the Atlantic. The film matters as a new project pairing two Oscar-nominated actors with director Orlando von Einsiedel, and international sales are launching at the American…

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Square Enix’s ‘Harvest Sale’ Includes 80% Discounts On Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade And Rebirth

  • Remake Intergrade is discounted to $7.99 in the US.
  • Rebirth is on sale for $7.49.
  • Square Enix’s US Harvest Sale ends on 17 November.

Square Enix’s Harvest Sale is offering steep discounts on digital games and downloadable content through the Nintendo eShop, including 80% off Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and Rebirth. The prices give players a chance to catch up on the series ahead of its planned conclusion next year. In…

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8 Near-Perfect Prime Video Thriller Series That Hooked Us in the First 5 Minutes

  • Eight Prime Video thrillers are praised for gripping openings.
  • Their first scenes range from subtle moments to immediate danger.
  • *Jack Ryan* builds its threat through a spreadsheet and a backstory.

The article highlights eight Prime Video thriller series that it says establish a strong hook within their first five minutes. Their openings range from dramatic scenes to quieter moments, and the piece argues that these first impressions help set up the tension and uncertainty that make a thriller…

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Jingle Ball 2026: Buy Tickets to See Olivia Rodrigo, Sombr, KATSEYE, ADÉLA & More

  • Jingle Ball 2026 runs across nine US cities from 1 to 17 December.
  • The line-up varies by city and includes Olivia Rodrigo and KATSEYE.
  • Resale ticket prices started at $36 on SeatGeek when published.

The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2026 tour will visit nine US cities from 1 to 17 December, with tickets available through Ticketmaster and resale marketplaces. The city-specific line-up includes major acts such as Olivia Rodrigo, Jonas Brothers, Hilary Duff, Charlie Puth, Sombr, RAYE and KATSEYE. Resale listings varied in…

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Born 65 Years Ago Today in Canada, the Grammy-Winning Country Singer Who Duetted With Roy Orbison Before Becoming a Pop Sensation

  • k.d. lang turns 65, marking a career across country and pop.
  • Her “Crying” duet with Roy Orbison won a Grammy.
  • She has four Grammys and was inducted into Canada’s Music Hall of Fame.

Canadian singer-songwriter k.d. lang, born in Edmonton on 2 November 1961, built a career spanning country and pop music. Her 1989 duet with Roy Orbison, “Crying”, brought her wider recognition and a Grammy, helping launch a run of success across both genres. Lang’s 1988 debut album, *Shadowland*, reached…

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Associated Press Top 25 poll voters hit a new, ridiculous low with this week’s results

  • The article says the AP poll gives SEC teams too much credit.
  • Florida and South Carolina are ranked despite three losses each.
  • Notre Dame’s fourth place is questioned against unbeaten UCLA.

The AP Top 25 poll has drawn criticism for ranking teams in ways the article argues reward conference reputation and preseason expectations over results. It says the latest rankings especially favour SEC teams, while leaving stronger records elsewhere under-recognised. Texas is ranked 10th despite two losses, while one-loss…

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Children of ‘passport bros’ and mail-order brides reveal disturbing tactics ‘sex-pat’ fathers use to lure submissive foreign women to America… and why they’ll never forgive their mothers

  • Adult children describe how unequal relationships affected their childhoods.
  • Immigration sponsorship and money feature in their accounts.
  • One woman recounts neglect, custody disputes and abuse.

Adult children of American men and foreign partners describe childhoods shaped by money, immigration status and unequal relationships, as the “passport bro” trend brings renewed attention to men seeking partners abroad. Their accounts warn that promises of financial security or a route to the US can leave women…

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