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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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Do not investigate Trump’s corporate allies until he leaves office

  • The article says congressional probes could expose people Trump might pardon.
  • Fifteen companies backed by his sons reportedly received $3.2 billion in federal support.
  • It argues public investigations should wait until Trump leaves office in 2029.

The article argues that incoming Democratic majorities in Congress should preserve evidence of possible wrongdoing by companies close to Donald Trump but delay public investigations until he leaves office in January 2029. Its central concern is that hearings could reveal people for Trump to pardon, potentially shielding them…

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How the Iran war helped Democrats win the midterms

  • The Iran war added to voter anger and helped Democrats win Congress.
  • Higher everyday costs were a major concern for voters.
  • The article also points to war opposition and doubts about Trump’s decisions.

The article argues that the Iran war helped Democrats win control of both houses of Congress by intensifying existing anger and anxiety among American voters. It says the war’s economic costs, perceived lack of purpose and damage to US credibility reinforced discontent with Trump and his party. The…

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Two women’s basketball players make hoops for wrong team on a day of point-blank blunders

  • Both teams scored into their own baskets.
  • New Mexico State still beat Southern Utah 64-63.
  • Arkansas defeated Northwestern State 89-59.

Players from New Mexico State and Northwestern State each scored into their own team’s basket in separate women’s basketball games on Friday. The errors briefly changed the scorelines and drew attention, but New Mexico State recovered to win while Northwestern State went on to lose. New Mexico State’s…

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Democrats’ sweeping midterm victory leaves Maga facing political upheaval

  • Democrats scored a historic midterm victory.
  • Cost pressures and Iran helped alienate Trump voters.
  • The Republican coalition faces a major realignment.

The article argues that Republicans suffered an unusually sweeping defeat in the 2026 US midterm elections, as voters rejected Donald Trump and his Make America Great Again coalition. Democrats won both chambers of Congress and made gains in areas long considered Republican strongholds, signalling that the party may…

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Democratic gains deepen pressure on Israel’s opposition to unite against Netanyahu

  • Democrats’ gains could push Israel’s opposition to unite against Netanyahu.
  • US lawmakers are demanding stronger respect for rights and international law.
  • Trump’s proposed $4bn aid cut alarmed Israel’s defence establishment.

Democrats’ midterm sweep may increase pressure on Israel’s divided opposition to unite and replace Benjamin Netanyahu, whose close alignment with Donald Trump has weakened bipartisan support for Israel in the US. Opposition leader Yair Lapid says Israel must rebuild trust with American lawmakers, but newly elected Democrat Brad…

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Malaysia to give US$2,400 in aid to families of 54 citizens missing in Nepal-Tibet floods

  • Malaysia will pay RM10,000 to each family of 54 missing citizens.
  • One of the 55 initially uncontactable Malaysians returned safely.
  • The regional disaster has reportedly killed at least 1,451 people.

Malaysia will give a one-off RM10,000 (about US$2,460) to each family of 54 citizens still missing after floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border region in August. The assistance, approved by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, provides financial support while efforts to locate the missing Malaysians continue. The National Disaster Management…

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Ten years after Paris, climate talks struggle to curb global warming

  • Paris has not kept warming below 1.5C.
  • UN estimates now point to 1.7C to 1.8C.
  • Slow talks and weak national plans deepen doubts.

The Paris agreement has not kept global warming below its central 1.5C goal: temperatures have exceeded that level for two years, and the UN’s most optimistic estimate is now 1.7C to 1.8C. As climate talks reach another impasse, the article questions whether the annual summit process can deliver…

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US Treasury sanctions eight Canadian money exchange firms over Iran ties

  • The US sanctioned eight Canadian currency exchange firms over alleged Iran links.
  • The measures freeze US assets and restrict transactions with US persons.
  • The US separately accused MEXC Global of facilitating at least $16bn in illicit transactions.

The US has sanctioned eight Canadian currency exchange businesses accused of helping Iranian entities evade financial restrictions. The measures aim to cut off alleged channels supporting Iran’s government and its proxies, and could prevent the firms from accessing US dollar-based finance. The US Treasury said the businesses operate…

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Iranian forces on higher alert, stronger than before war, spokesman says

  • Iran’s army spokesman says forces are stronger and on higher alert.
  • He links their increased confidence to wartime experience.
  • Tehran says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed pending US acceptance of its demands.

Iranian army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia says Iran’s armed forces are more alert, motivated and capable than when the United States and Israel began the war in February. He attributes this to their experience of direct confrontation, and his remarks signal Tehran’s claim that its forces remain prepared to…

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