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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.

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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.

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4 of the Most Impressive Vocal Performances of 1970

  • Four standout vocal performances were released in 1970.
  • The choices span soul, folk and rock.
  • The article praises both vocal control and group harmony.

The article highlights four vocal performances from 1970, a year when rock, R&B, folk and soul blended into sounds that shaped later popular music. It argues that these recordings stand out for the singers’ passion, control and distinctive interpretations. The selections are Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5’s…

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European foreign ministers press Rubio on Ukraine at G7

  • G7 ministers are pressing Rubio on US policy towards Ukraine and Iran.
  • Europeans want a fair settlement that includes Ukraine.
  • Talks come amid questions over Trump’s foreign policy after midterm losses.

European foreign ministers are expected to press US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at G7 talks in Paris over how Washington will approach the Ukraine war and conflict with Iran. They want any settlement with Russia to be fair to Ukraine and hope to avoid renewed escalation with…

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U.N. Climate Summit Kicks Off In Turkey After A Disastrous Year Of Extreme Weather

  • COP31 opens in Antalya as the 1.5°C warming goal looks likely to be missed.
  • Delegates are urged to turn past climate promises into action.
  • Funding for poorer countries remains a central dispute.

World leaders, delegates and activists have opened the two-week COP31 climate summit in Antalya, Turkey, amid a year of extreme weather and rising temperatures. The talks aim to turn earlier climate promises into action, even as scientists say the internationally agreed goal of limiting warming to 1.5°C is…

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Kerr Smith recalls Dawson’s Creek’s landmark kiss and its personal cost

  • Smith reflects on Dawson’s Creek in a new memoir.
  • Jack’s storyline made TV history with a primetime gay kiss.
  • The scene took ten takes to film.

Kerr Smith says the five seasons he spent playing Jack McPhee on Dawson’s Creek set a standard he has spent much of his career trying to recapture. In a new memoir, he looks back on the show’s cultural impact, the cast and crew, and the personal cost of…

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Anti-AI populism is the future of American politics | Garrison Lovely

  • Voters backed datacentre restrictions in more than 30 localities.
  • AI was crucial to 23% of voters’ midterm decisions.
  • The article argues AI accountability could shape the 2028 election.

Democrats’ midterm victories, alongside local votes against new datacentres, suggest growing public resistance to the AI industry, argues the article. It says opposition to AI could become a defining issue in the 2028 US election, as voters look to politicians to address concerns about jobs, safety and corporate…

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Economic relief is on the way, Democrats say. But what, how and when?

  • Democrats promise action on household affordability after their midterm win.
  • Tariffs are estimated to have cost households $1,110 this year.
  • Vetoes and divided approaches could complicate the proposals.

Democrats say they will pursue measures to ease household costs after their strong midterm election result, including lower food and healthcare costs, higher wages and limits on corporate power. Their win has renewed longstanding disputes over how the federal government should fund safety nets and control the costs…

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How ‘Panda diplomacy’ helps US-China relations

  • Pandas returned to Washington in 2024 under a ten-year agreement.
  • The zoo pays $1 million annually for panda conservation in China.
  • The partnership continues amid broader US-China tensions.

The National Zoo’s return of giant pandas shows how wildlife conservation can sustain cooperation between the United States and China despite political tensions. The bears have also served as symbols of friendship for leaders, while the scientific partnership gives both countries a shared purpose. Mei Xiang, Tian Tian…

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Born 131 Years Ago Today in Indiana, the Father of the Grand Ole Opry Who Helped Lead Country Music Into the Mainstream

  • George D. Hay launched the radio show that became the Grand Ole Opry.
  • Audience response to fiddler Uncle Jimmy Thompson helped inspire a regular programme.
  • Hay renamed the WSM Barn Dance in 1927 and promoted its traditional image.

George D. Hay, born in Indiana on 9 November 1895, helped bring traditional mountain music to a wider audience by launching the radio programme that became the Grand Ole Opry. His work helped establish a lasting platform for country music and contributed to the genre’s move into mainstream…

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Blades Brown claims maiden PGA Tour victory aged 19

  • Brown won the event in a play-off.
  • He is the youngest PGA Tour winner in 95 years.
  • The victory earns him a place in next year’s PGA Championship.

Blades Brown, 19, won the World Wide Technology Championship in Mexico, becoming the youngest PGA Tour winner in 95 years. His victory also secured a place in his first major, next year’s PGA Championship. Brown shot a nine-under-par 63, including a birdie on the 18th, to recover from…

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PAUL TELLER: Foreign investors are milking US taxpayers. Congress should stop them

  • The author says overseas funds finance US lawsuits.
  • Their share of awards may face lower or no US tax.
  • The article urges Congress to close the alleged loophole.

The opinion article argues that foreign investment funds are financing US lawsuits and may receive a more favourable tax treatment on their share of any award than the American plaintiffs do. It calls on Congress to close this alleged loophole, saying the arrangement could reduce US tax revenue…

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