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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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Warnings over SNP’s ‘lawless’ Scotland as police chiefs say they may have to prioritise serious crime amid funding crisis

  • Police Scotland warns of a £110 million funding gap.
  • Emergency calls could take priority over other work.
  • Mental health incidents used the equivalent of 481 officers.

Police Scotland has warned it may have to focus on emergency calls unless ministers address a projected £110 million funding gap. The force says this would mean longer waits for non-emergency contact and less capacity for crime prevention, community policing and early intervention. The Scottish Police Authority has…

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Sam’s Club Plus Now Offers Free Walmart+ for Members: Here’s How to Sign Up Online

  • Sam’s Club Plus now includes Walmart+ for $120 a year.
  • The deal combines memberships that normally cost $218.
  • Members can also choose Paramount+ or Peacock streaming.

Sam’s Club Plus members can now get Walmart+ at no extra cost, combining the two memberships for $120 a year. The offer gives shoppers access to benefits at both retailers and makes the Plus membership more valuable for people who use Walmart services. Sam’s Club Plus normally costs…

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BTS’s Reduced Stage Production Across South America Sparks Controversy Ahead of Sold-Out Brazil Shows

  • Brazil is seeking answers about BTS’s reduced stage setup.
  • The South American shows use four screens, down from 12 elsewhere.
  • Procon-SP reportedly received 518 complaints, including 460 about infrastructure.

Brazilian consumer authorities have asked concert promoter Live Nation to explain BTS’s reduced stage production ahead of three sold-out São Paulo shows. Fans have complained that fewer screens may limit visibility and affect the concert experience. The South American concerts use four LED screens, compared with 12 at…

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NICKELBACK Members Explain Why Being A Globally Famous Rock Band Is ‘A Double-Edged Sword’

  • Chad Kroeger says being recognised can make everyday errands awkward.
  • Fame can bring restaurant perks but may raise contractor bills.
  • Nickelback have announced a 2027 tour.

Nickelback’s members described fame as a mixed experience, with frontman Chad Kroeger saying his recognisable face makes it harder to go unnoticed. In an interview with Virgin Radio UK, the band discussed how public attention can bring enjoyable perks but also intrude on ordinary activities. Kroeger recalled being…

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Boston Dynamics employees want to block sale of robot dogs to ICE

  • More than 300 staff want Boston Dynamics to halt the ICE sale.
  • The $1.3 million contract covers four modified Spot robots.
  • The company says the robots are intended to help protect people.

More than 300 Boston Dynamics employees have urged company executives to stop a sale of its robot dogs to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, arguing the deal carries significant risks for the company. Executives have defended the sale, saying the robots are intended to help keep people safe…

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Ballon d’Or 2026: updates from 70th edition in London – live

  • Putellas dedicates her Ballon d’Or to Barcelona.
  • She credits teammates and family for supporting her through injuries.
  • She encourages children everywhere to pursue football.

Alexia Putellas says winning the Ballon d’Or is a source of pride and dedicates the award to Barcelona, after thanking her teammates, coaches, supporters and family. Her speech highlights the collective effort behind her success and the support that helped her return to enjoying football after injuries. She…

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Gay Immigrant Comedy ‘One Baby, Please!’ to Hit OUTtv Next Month as Latest Queer Series From Canada

  • *One Baby, Please!* premieres on OUTtv on 2 November.
  • The six-part comedy follows two husbands trying to become parents.
  • It will stream in several countries and on multiple platforms.

The six-part comedy *One Baby, Please!* will premiere on OUTtv on 2 November in the US and Canada. Created by and starring Karim Adam Ahmed and Adrian Neblett, it follows a married couple trying to have a child, bringing queer fertility and parenthood to the centre of a…

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Lula wins fourth term in dramatic Brazil election comeback

  • Lula wins a historic fourth Brazilian presidency.
  • He beat Flávio Bolsonaro by 4.4 million votes.
  • Bolsonaro disputes the result as Lula faces a hostile Congress.

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a fourth term as Brazil’s president, defeating right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro in a dramatic reversal after finishing second in the first round. Lula said the result was a victory for democracy; Bolsonaro has rejected it and called for the election to…

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Heartworms tells us about dance-driven single ‘Guess I’m Stuck In The Dark’ and tackling “uncertainty and dark humour” on new album

  • Heartworms has released a dance-driven new single.
  • It previews an album that is nearly finished.
  • Orme says the songs explore uncertainty and dark humour.

Heartworms, the project of London musician Jojo Orme, has released the dance-driven single ‘Guess I’m Stuck In The Dark’ as the first preview of her second album. The song pairs a groove-based indie sound with her darker style, using fear of the dark to explore insecurity and the…

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