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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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Kristin Scott Thomas stars as grandmother seeking thoughtful Christmas gifts

  • Kristin Scott Thomas stars in John Lewis’s 20th Christmas advert.
  • Pickles the toy dog helps Gloria find gifts beyond cash.
  • Research found 52% of grandparents give cash when unsure what to buy.

John Lewis has launched its 20th Christmas advert, starring Kristin Scott Thomas as Gloria, a grandmother looking for thoughtful gifts for her grandchildren. A talking toy dog, Pickles, urges her to find something more personal than cash, giving the campaign a playful, upbeat tone as the retailer seeks…

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US: Trump labels Democrats ‘dangerous’ ahead of midterms

  • Trump called the midterms crucial but said incumbents usually lose.
  • He accused Democrats of nominating extreme candidates.
  • Control of Congress could shape policy and the 2028 race.

Donald Trump urged voters to treat the 3 November midterm elections as exceptionally important, while warning that a sitting president’s party usually loses midterms. He also accused Democrats of putting forward the most extreme and dangerous candidates in US history, as control of Congress is at stake for…

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Rian Johnson’s New Apple Project Has Officially Conquered the Global Top 10

  • Chromagraph Camera reached number one in Apple’s US Photo & Video chart.
  • The $12.99 app also topped Apple’s overall paid-app rankings.
  • It applies image techniques developed for Rian Johnson’s films.

Rian Johnson’s Chromagraph Camera app has reached number one in Apple’s US Photo & Video chart and topped the overall paid-app rankings. Its success brings film-inspired image-making to iPhone users, using techniques developed for Johnson’s films. The $12.99 app was made with cinematographer Steve Yedlin and programmer Eric…

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Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to block 20,000 California ballots

  • Supreme Court refused to halt California’s ballot count.
  • The Trump administration cited a list of over 20,000 ballots.
  • Review found thousands of citizens had been flagged as ineligible.

The US Supreme Court declined the Trump administration’s request to stop California counting more than 20,000 ballots ahead of the midterm elections. The administration alleged that non-US citizens were attempting to vote, but the court’s decision leaves the state’s counting process in place. The Justice Department sought an…

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The Online Right’s Closing Campaign Argument: Fascist Anakin Skywalker Memes

  • Anakin memes recast Darth Vader’s rise as right-wing political grievance.
  • Elon Musk shared an image of Anakin’s imagined imperial family.
  • The article questions whether niche memes resonate beyond online circles.

Right-wing social media users and prominent figures have circulated memes portraying Anakin Skywalker’s turn to Darth Vader as a metaphor for political grievance and resistance to perceived corruption. The article argues that these posts promote authoritarian themes and show how some conservatives use familiar fantasy stories to frame…

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Trump Loses At SCOTUS As High Court Rejects California Noncitizens Voting Request On Midterms Eve

  • Supreme Court rejects bid to set aside California ballots.
  • About 20,000 mail-in ballots were targeted.
  • Newsom says California will protect eligible votes.

The US Supreme Court rejected the Trump administration’s emergency request to set aside about 20,000 California mail-in ballots ahead of the midterm elections. The decision leaves lower-court rulings in place and blocks the administration’s latest attempt to challenge the ballots over claims that non-citizens had voted. The Justice…

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Who has made Troy’s Premier League team of the week?

  • Deeney named his latest Premier League team of the week.
  • Frank Lampard is his manager choice after Coventry beat Sunderland.
  • Verbruggen and Awoniyi stood out for saves and a solo goal.

Troy Deeney has named his Premier League team and manager of the week, praising players whose performances helped their sides through important matches. Coventry’s Frank Lampard is his manager choice after his team beat Sunderland, while Deeney also commended Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta for the win at Liverpool.…

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How GOP Election Boards Are Attacking College Voters

  • Campus polling places have been cut or denied in three states.
  • Students are organising marches, registration drives and rides to vote.
  • The changes add travel barriers in closely contested states.

Republican-controlled election boards in Texas, North Carolina and Ohio have removed or denied polling places at campuses, including those serving large numbers of Black and Latino students. The changes may make in-person voting harder for students, many of whom lack cars and must fit trips around classes and…

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Trump touts oil price dip in closing speech

  • Trump pointed to a Monday fall in crude prices in his final pre-election speech.
  • Brent fell from about $112 to $104 a barrel during the day.
  • Iran talks offered a possible opening, but fuel costs remained high.

President Donald Trump highlighted a sharp fall in crude oil prices during his final scheduled public speech before the US midterm elections on 3 November 2026. Speaking at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington on Monday, he said oil was down about $10 a barrel and predicted…

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What Do Libertarians Have To Gain From the Midterms?

  • Editors assess the midterms’ implications for libertarians.
  • They discuss Democratic power over tariffs and Iran policy.
  • Gerrymandering prompts a debate about electoral reform.

Reason’s editors discuss what the US midterms could mean for libertarians, including whether a Democratic win might constrain President Donald Trump’s use of executive power. They also consider why Republicans may struggle to respond to their mistakes and how contests in several states reflect tensions within both parties.…

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