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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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BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Claim $1500 in First Bet Cover for NFL Week 7

  • BetMGM advertises up to $1,500 in bonus bets for new users.
  • The offer applies if the first qualifying bet loses.
  • The article recommends Colts under 17.5 points against Minnesota.

BetMGM is offering new users up to $1,500 in bonus bets if their first qualifying wager loses, when they sign up with promo code FOXNEWS. The promotion is being advertised alongside a recommended bet on the Indianapolis Colts scoring under 17.5 points against the Minnesota Vikings. The article…

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BetMGM Bonus Code FOXNEWS: Bet $10, Get $150 on NFL Week 7 in MI, NJ, PA or WV

  • BetMGM offers eligible new users $150 in bonus bets.
  • A $10 wager and code FOXNEWS are required.
  • The promotion is available in four states.

BetMGM is promoting a new-user offer tied to NFL Week 7: eligible customers can place a $10 wager and receive $150 in bonus bets by using the code FOXNEWS. The offer matters to readers considering betting, but it is limited to people in four states and applies only…

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Martina Arroyo, trailblazing American soprano, dies aged 90

  • Martina Arroyo has died aged 90.
  • The soprano was celebrated for her Verdi roles.
  • She later taught and championed opera.

Martina Arroyo, the acclaimed American soprano known for her powerful interpretations of Verdi heroines, has died aged 90. A leading Black opera singer of her generation, she overcame racial barriers to earn international recognition and later became a respected teacher and ambassador for opera. Arroyo was born in…

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Brazil becomes next test for Latin America’s surging conservative movement

  • Brazil’s run-off could extend Latin America’s conservative gains.
  • Bolsonaro narrowly beat Lula in the first round, 47% to 45%.
  • Security, living costs and congressional strength shape the contest.

Brazil’s presidential run-off has become a key test of whether the conservative gains seen across Latin America will continue in its largest country. Senator Flavio Bolsonaro is challenging incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva after outperforming expectations in the first round, while his party’s strong congressional showing could…

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17 Years Later, This 20-Minute Opener Is Still Better Than Every World War II Movie Since

  • The article praises *Inglourious Basterds*’ tense opening.
  • Hans Landa’s interrogation drives the scene.
  • Christoph Waltz’s performance is key to its impact.

An opinion piece argues that *Inglourious Basterds* has one of the most effective opening sequences in any World War II film. It says Quentin Tarantino’s carefully paced tension establishes the film’s central conflict and makes the scene’s impact linger long after it ends. The sequence centres on Nazi…

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American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on famous feuds and skin secrets

  • A weekly quiz tests knowledge of American culture.
  • This edition features feuds, skincare and food trends.
  • A separate News Quiz is published every Friday.

The article presents a weekly American Culture Quiz, inviting readers to test their knowledge of US trends, history and public figures. This edition covers famous feuds, skincare, food trends and other topics. The quiz is part of a series, with a separate News Quiz published each Friday. The…

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Tomb Raider’s missteps include rushed sequels and unwanted companions

  • Lara Croft’s first game arrived 30 years ago.
  • The franchise has sold more than 100 million games.
  • Annual releases and design missteps drew criticism.

Lara Croft turns 30 this month, marking three decades since the first Tomb Raider game helped make her a major video game and pop culture icon. The article looks back at less successful moments in the series, arguing that commercial pressure, misguided design choices and unwanted companions sometimes…

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What the US Movement Against Data Centers Can Learn From Abroad

  • Overseas disputes offered early warnings about data centre impacts.
  • Ireland’s grid limits pushed operators towards gas power.
  • Google used 29 per cent of The Dalles’ water.

The article examines how communities outside the US have resisted data centre expansion and what their experiences might teach US campaigners. Author Paris Marx says earlier disputes over electricity, water and local accountability foreshadow the rapid growth of opposition in the US, where data centres have become a…

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Businesses revived by connected buyers were more likely to fail again

  • Connected-party pre-packs were more likely to fail again.
  • Deferred-payment deals often left unsecured creditors with little.
  • The findings echo earlier research on phoenix companies.

A study commissioned from Turnstone Intelligence found that businesses bought back by former owners or other connected parties through pre-pack administrations were more likely to fail again than those bought by outsiders. The findings add to concerns that “phoenix” deals can let businesses shed debts while shifting losses…

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Alarming fraud trend puts small-town mosque with industry and foreign govt ties in focus: ‘Our motherland now’

  • An Ohio mosque received donations from several trucking firms cited for violations.
  • The report links the centre’s fundraising to Uzbek-owned trucking companies.
  • Phoenix Cargo said its $150,000 donation was a small share of the construction budget.

The Islamic Center of Maineville, a mosque under construction in a small Ohio village, has drawn attention amid local concerns about trucking fraud and safety. A report says the centre received substantial donations from trucking companies whose records include safety and compliance violations, and found links on the…

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