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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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Raiders mourn Super Bowl champion Pete Banaszak, key figure in iconic ‘Holy Roller’ play

  • Raiders great Pete Banaszak has died at 82.
  • He scored twice in the franchise’s first Super Bowl win.
  • His 16 rushing touchdowns in 1975 remain a team record.

Former Oakland Raiders running back Pete Banaszak has died at 82, the team announced. A 13-season player who helped Oakland win its first Super Bowl, he was remembered for his toughness, competitive spirit and pride in his Polish heritage. Banaszak played 173 NFL games, starting 36, and scored…

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Sacha Baron Cohen says ‘Ali G: Who Iz I?’ is his last in this style of comedy, calling them too risky

  • Ali G: Who Iz I? is Cohen’s last film in this comedy style.
  • He says the films address extremism, conspiracy theories and misinformation.
  • Several people were hospitalised with dehydration during filming.

Sacha Baron Cohen says Ali G: Who Iz I? will be his final film in the risky, character-driven comedy style that made him famous. He says he made it because he is worried about conspiracy theories, falsehoods and political extremism, and sees comedy as a way to comment…

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Voters in Brazil to choose between Lula and Bolsonaro’s son

  • Brazil is voting in a closely fought presidential run-off.
  • Lula faces Flávio Bolsonaro, who led the first round.
  • Turnout and sharply different visions could shape the result.

Brazilian voters have begun choosing between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and right-wing senator Flávio Bolsonaro in a closely contested run-off. The result will decide whether Lula secures a fourth, non-consecutive term or Bolsonaro takes office, amid sharply different claims about the country’s future and democratic institutions.…

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Trump signals post-war Russian trade as diesel tanker heads to New York

  • Trump says US-Russia business could grow after the Ukraine war.
  • A Russian diesel tanker is bound for New York.
  • The shipment is about 7% of daily US diesel use.

Donald Trump said the United States could expand business with Russia after the war in Ukraine ends, while a tanker carrying Russian diesel is heading to New York under a new agreement with Moscow. The arrangement marks a shift in US policy and has drawn criticism from Ukrainian…

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Band of Brothers gave early screen roles to future stars Tom Hardy and Stephen Graham

  • The 2001 series helped launch several acting careers.
  • Stephen Graham and Philip Barantini later worked together on *Adolescence*.
  • Tom Hardy made his screen debut in the wartime drama.

*Band of Brothers* introduced a number of British and Irish actors who later became major stars, despite many being little known when the series was made. The acclaimed drama, which began airing in the UK in 2001, followed a real US Army parachute company during the Second World…

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Antonelli takes US pole on weekend he can win title

  • Antonelli took pole in Austin, 0.179 seconds ahead of Verstappen.
  • He must win to keep his title hopes alive.
  • Hamilton qualified fifth and Russell sixth.

Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the United States Grand Prix in Austin, beating Max Verstappen by 0.179 seconds. The Mercedes driver could secure his first Formula 1 world title on Sunday, but only if he wins and his title rivals finish outside specified positions. Isack Hadjar qualified…

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61 Years Ago Today, Jim Reeves Topped the Country Charts With a Posthumous Album Featuring Just One No. 1 Hit

  • Jim Reeves’ posthumous album topped the US country chart in 1965.
  • *Up Through the Years* featured 12 songs from his first decade.
  • The retrospective included one number-one hit, “Bimbo”.

Jim Reeves’ retrospective album *Up Through the Years* topped the US Top Country Albums chart on 24 October 1965, more than a year after his death in a plane crash near Nashville. Its posthumous success showed how his recordings continued to reach listeners after his career was cut…

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Thomas Markle and Meghan’s half-brother tried fresh start in Philippines after years of furious bust-ups

  • Father and son moved to the Philippines for a fresh start in January 2025.
  • They are now feuding over money and allegations of mistreatment.
  • The dispute follows Thomas Markle’s stroke and leg amputation.

Thomas Markle and his son, Thomas Markle Jnr, moved to the Philippines in January 2025 hoping to make a fresh start after years of conflict. They are now estranged again amid allegations that Markle Jnr took money from his father, which he denies; the dispute matters because Markle…

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