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.
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.
NASA has opened applications for a new astronaut class to support its Artemis programme and plans for a lasting human presence on the Moon. The recruitment reflects the agency’s need for more astronauts as it prepares missions beyond low-Earth orbit and aims to return people to the lunar…
Northwestern Polytechnical University, a Chinese institution with links to the People’s Liberation Army, bought two Nvidia H200 AI chips in October despite being on the US export blacklist. The procurement records highlight how restricted American computing power may still reach Chinese institutions through domestic suppliers, raising questions about…
Katy Perry’s 2011 tour documentary has resurfaced after Russell Brand was sentenced to ten and a half years in prison for rape and sexual assault. It shows Perry trying to make time with Brand while touring, highlighting the strain she described in trying to keep their marriage going.…
Nvidia has hired former federal prosecutor Joon H. Kim and his law firm to investigate allegations involving chief executive Jensen Huang and a woman whom US officials suspect of spying for China. The company says the inquiry will be thorough and independent, as the claims have put pressure…
Elon Musk’s spending to support Republican candidates in the US midterms appears to have backfired in Texas, where Democrat James Talarico won a Senate seat for the first time since 1988. The article argues that voters can react against wealthy donors’ attempts to shape democracy, a lesson that…
A 16-year-old girl, Keinerlein Rangel, was fatally shot by her 10-year-old neighbour after a Halloween-night argument over loud music escalated into a fight outside their Albuquerque apartments. The boy’s mother, Elaina Gomez-Villeda, is charged in connection with the shooting; police testimony described her warning neighbours that her son…
▶The student acknowledged making racist gestures outside a flat shared by three Black students. A Senate-backed bill would set firmer deadlines for project challenges, while Shakira is set to return to Venezuela in 2027.
The article argues that opposition to AI and data centres reflects real concerns about jobs and local benefits, rather than simple resistance to change. It says communities could be more willing to accept data-centre projects if technology companies share some of the gains and help people prepare for…
The latest coverage confirms Stephen Miller has taken over as White House chief of staff, a move presented as a sign Donald Trump intends to maintain a confrontational approach despite suggesting he would seek cooperation after Republican losses in the midterms. The podcast examines Miller’s background and how…
The article argues that Donald Trump may pursue a deal with Vladimir Putin that rewards Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, while sidelining Kyiv and European governments. It says such an agreement could reshape European security and that Europe needs to coordinate quickly to influence negotiations. The author points to…