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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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The US let Nvidia sell chips to an empty office in China

  • New Matrix was approved to handle Nvidia H200 chips despite signs it may not operate.
  • Its owners have ties to a US-blacklisted Chinese investment firm.
  • The case raises questions about vetting and chip export controls.

Questions are being raised about how US officials and Nvidia vetted Chinese companies approved to handle Nvidia’s H200 AI chips. One approved firm, New Matrix, appears to have no functioning office or clear business presence, raising concerns about whether checks are adequate and whether restricted entities could gain…

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Martha Stewart begs America for forgiveness after ‘stupid’ homeless Halloween costume sparks backlash

  • Martha Stewart apologised for a Halloween costume depicting homelessness.
  • She called the choice stupid and insensitive.
  • The Instagram photo was deleted after criticism.

Martha Stewart apologised after her Halloween costume depicting a person experiencing homelessness drew criticism. Appearing on the Today show, she called the choice “stupid” and “tone-deaf”, acknowledged that it was insensitive and asked the public to forgive her. The 85-year-old said she assembled the outfit at the last…

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56 Years Ago Today, One of Country Music’s Most Defiant Anthems Fueled a No. 1 Album That Cemented Merle Haggard’s Blue-Collar Image

  • Haggard’s live album topped the country chart on 7 November 1970.
  • Its title track spent three weeks at number one.
  • Capitol rejected his planned follow-up about an interracial romance.

On 7 November 1970, Merle Haggard’s live album *The Fightin’ Side of Me* topped the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. Its success strengthened his working-man image, at a time when the United States was divided over the Vietnam War and the protests against it. The title song had…

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US midterms: Not even Trump’s Israel aid stunt could rescue the Republicans

  • Trump’s Israel aid announcement failed to turn the midterms for Republicans.
  • 52 per cent of adults said US aid to Israel is too high.
  • The annual package is only part of wider US military support.

Donald Trump announced on US election day that the country would end its annual military aid to Israel, a move the article describes as an attempt to help Republicans facing difficult midterm races. The announcement did not prevent major Democratic gains, and the result suggests that support for…

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LA’s newer, bluer wave: Nithya Raman leads way as city’s progressives make their mark

  • Nithya Raman defeated Karen Bass to become Los Angeles mayor.
  • DSA-backed candidates won offices across the region.
  • Volunteers canvassed more than 110,000 doors.

Nithya Raman won the Los Angeles mayoral race, defeating incumbent Karen Bass in a major victory for the city’s progressive wing. Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates also gained posts across the area, extending the group’s influence in local and national politics. The group said it secured its largest-ever…

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America’s newest small business owners with no employees are off to a hot start in AI era

  • AI is helping small teams do more without matching growth in staff.
  • Researchers warn mid-sized firms could lose ground.
  • AI-focused startups in an AWS study grew revenue faster on average.

AI is helping some small businesses expand their output without hiring at the pace once required, while also potentially making large companies larger. Economist Erik Brynjolfsson says this could squeeze mid-sized firms, reducing management layers as very small teams and large organisations gain an advantage. Adam Branch says…

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Avid travelers are flocking to these hotspots for an authentic experience — beyond the typical tourist traps

  • Honolulu topped the house-sitting destination ranking.
  • Stays there averaged 12.3 days.
  • Miami had the fastest application growth among the top five.

A Trusted Housesitters report finds Honolulu is the US destination where travellers most want to stay temporarily and experience local life. The findings matter because house-sitting offers visitors a way to spend longer in popular, costly places while living beyond the usual tourist routine. The report analysed four…

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Power-hungry DSA vows to ‘break US-Israel relationship,’ ignores cost of living issue in first meeting since midterms

  • DSA leaders prioritised Israel and immigration policies at their first post-midterm meeting.
  • The group reported winning 74% of its contested races.
  • Its plans include an arms embargo campaign and a Houston sanctuary city.

Democratic Socialists of America leaders and newly elected candidates used their first national meeting since the US midterms to discuss plans to challenge US support for Israel and restrict cooperation with immigration authorities. The article says the meeting focused on those ideological goals rather than the cost of…

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After victory in the midterms, what next for US Democrats?

  • Democrats won both chambers of Congress.
  • Trump retains veto power and his presidency.
  • Democrats face choices over investigations and priorities.

US Democrats won majorities in both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections, along with governorships in traditionally Republican states such as Texas. The result gives them greater power to scrutinise President Donald Trump’s administration and shape legislation, but leaves them divided over whether to focus on investigations…

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Turning Point USA event at University of New Mexico ends with two arrests and a string of charges

  • Two men were arrested over alleged plans to throw objects at a campus event.
  • Castro allegedly threw a lacrosse ball towards the crowd.
  • A separate assault charge was reported in New Hampshire.

Two men were arrested after allegedly discussing plans to throw objects at people attending a Turning Point USA event at the University of New Mexico. The arrests highlight the university’s stated effort to protect free expression while addressing threats and unlawful conduct on campus. Court documents allege Kevin…

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