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The Americas hub covers political, diplomatic and security developments across North, Central and South America, alongside events that affect the region’s links with the rest of the world. It also follows stories in sport, technology and everyday life.

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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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As BTS’ ARIRANG Tour Heads to Brazil, Live Nation Faces Probe Over South America Stage Changes

  • Brazil is questioning the tour’s reduced screen setup.
  • South American shows use four screens, compared with 12 elsewhere.
  • Live Nation says the setup was shown on the ticket map.

Brazil’s consumer protection agency has asked Live Nation Brasil and Ticketmaster Brasil to explain why BTS’ ARIRANG tour uses fewer screens in South America than in other regions. The inquiry follows complaints from fans and matters because the agency is examining whether ticket buyers received clear information about…

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Born 84 Years Ago Today in California, the Country Legend Who Performed His Patriotic Anthem for Multiple US Presidents

  • Lee Greenwood was born in California on 27 October 1942.
  • “God Bless the U.S.A.” peaked at No. 7, but became his best-selling single.
  • The anthem has been used in several campaigns and national moments.

Lee Greenwood, born on 27 October 1942 in California, is best known for “God Bless the U.S.A.” The song has endured across several decades and political campaigns, making it a prominent patriotic anthem even though it was not his highest-charting hit. Greenwood scored 20 top 10 country hits…

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Liverpool keen on Stuttgart defender Jeltsch – Wednesday’s gossip

  • Liverpool are linked with Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch.
  • Chelsea and Liverpool are monitoring Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott.
  • Club Brugge are reportedly unwilling to sell Nicolo Tresoldi in January.

Liverpool, Barcelona and Real Madrid are reportedly interested in Stuttgart centre-back Finn Jeltsch, 20, as European clubs track the young German defender. The gossip also points to renewed interest in Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott from Chelsea, with Liverpool also monitoring him. Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Tottenham and Newcastle…

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Simply Red’s Lead Singer Was Just 17 Years Old When He Wrote This Big Hit

  • Hucknall began writing “Holding Back the Years” at 17.
  • A 1986 re-release became Simply Red’s first US No. 1.
  • Hucknall said credited co-writer Neil Moss did not write the song.

Simply Red’s “Holding Back the Years” became the band’s first US No. 1 in 1986, a year after its initial release failed to chart on radio. The song’s reflective lyrics grew from an exercise in writing by stream of consciousness, begun by singer Mike Hucknall when he was…

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Dan + Shay Become Just the Second Country Duo in History To Achieve Rare Music Milestone

  • “Tequila” is Diamond-certified in the US and Canada.
  • Dan + Shay are the second country duo to reach the milestone.
  • The 2018 hit also topped country charts and won a Grammy.

Dan + Shay’s song “Tequila” has received Diamond certification in both the United States and Canada, making the duo only the second in country music history to reach that milestone. The recognition highlights the song’s lasting popularity, nearly nine years after its release. Released in January 2018 as…

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“Last Chance to See Us”: Chart-Topping Country Duo Announces Extended Hiatus After 13 Years Together

  • The Shires are taking an extended break after 13 years.
  • Their November UK tour will be their last for now.
  • Crissie Rhodes plans to focus on family life.

British country duo The Shires, Crissie Rhodes and Ben Earle, have announced an extended hiatus after 13 years together. Their upcoming UK tour will be their last for the foreseeable future, as Rhodes wants to spend more time at home with her family. The pair have released six…

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Big Red gets cozy with Google to offer TPUs to AI customers

  • Oracle plans to offer Google TPUs on OCI from 2027.
  • The move gives customers another option alongside Nvidia chips.
  • Oracle also announced OpenAI and Snowflake cloud services.

Oracle is expanding Oracle Cloud Infrastructure’s AI offerings by adding Google’s Tensor Processing Units, giving customers an alternative to Nvidia hardware. The move broadens Oracle’s chip options as it seeks to serve different AI workloads and build on its growing cloud business. Google TPUs are due to become…

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30 Years Later, Magic’s Most Ridiculous 1-Mana Creature Is Still a Competitive Powerhouse

  • A one-mana 12/12 remains a competitive threat.
  • Stifle lets Dreadnought avoid its entry cost.
  • The card has found new life in Premodern.

Phyrexian Dreadnought, a one-mana 12/12 trampler from Magic: The Gathering’s 1996 Mirage set, has become a competitive threat in the fan-created Premodern format. Its rise shows how players have found new uses for old cards by building around their drawbacks and interactions. The Stiflenought deck pairs the creature…

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Capcom’s Classic Console Games Could Be Coming to PS5

  • Korean ratings hint at a Capcom console games collection.
  • The listed games include console exclusives and arcade conversions.
  • Capcom has yet to announce the collection.

Capcom may be preparing a collection of classic console games for modern systems, after ratings for numerous older titles were discovered in South Korea. The ratings suggest a new way to access parts of the publisher’s back catalogue, although Capcom has not announced a collection. The titles include…

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Rosalía, Peso Pluma & Fuerza Regida Shine at 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards | Billboard News

  • Fuerza Regida led the 2026 awards with multiple wins.
  • Rosalía received the Hall of Fame honour and won for *Lux*.
  • Peso Pluma and Tito Double P won Top Latin Album for *Dinastía*.

Fuerza Regida were the biggest winners at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards in Miami, while Rosalía, Peso Pluma and Tito Double P also had prominent roles. The ceremony brought together major award wins, performances and tributes, highlighting a broad range of Latin music artists. Peso Pluma and…

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