World watches with bated breath as US votes for Harris or Trump

Election watchers in Europe, Asia and elsewhere will be tuning in - and some have a particular interest in the result

From Brazil to Ireland and Germany to the Caribbean, this year's knife-edge - and more than usually momentous - US presidential vote will be watched at a multitude of election-night events, some with a particular interest in the outcome.

In St Ann Parish, Jamaica - and most particularly in Browns Town, where Harris's father Donald was born and the Democratic candidate spent many happy childhood holidays - her supporters plan watch parties, drink-ups and other social gatherings.