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SNAP Deadline: Administration Must Tell Judges If Benefits Will Be Funded

Federal courts ordered the administration to reveal by midday whether it will use contingency funds to restore SNAP benefits as the shutdown drags on, a decision that affects millions of Americans reliant on food aid and heightens political pressure

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38B - Size of OpenAI cloud computing deal with Amazon

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"They haven't gone far enough" — President Donald Trump

SPX 6,852 ↑ 0.18% Dow 47,367 ↓ 0.41% Nasdaq 23,867 ↑ 0.60% Gold 4,023 ↑ 0.66% BTC 107,199 ↓ 3.06%

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Shutdown Feud Deepens as Talks Stall - Government Funding Lapses

The partial government shutdown continues with court orders and deadlines focused on whether the administration will use contingency funds to pay SNAP benefits. Legal rulings and political standoffs are forcing the White House to report to judges on funding plans.

CBS Cuts Trump Corruption Exchange From 60 Minutes

CBS's handling of President Trump's 60 Minutes interview triggered a backlash after producers cut contentious portions. Lawmakers and pundits are demanding accountability and probing whether edits changed the story presented to viewers.

OpenAI Buys $38B of AWS Capacity

OpenAI reached a multibillion dollar multi year cloud computing agreement with Amazon to secure massive GPU capacity. The deal marks a strategic shift after prior restructuring and will immediately move workloads to AWS.

Microsoft to Ship Nvidia Chips to UAE Despite Scrutiny

Microsoft secured US approvals to export advanced Nvidia chips to the UAE and has contracts to ship tens of thousands of units. The moves underline growing strategic AI tech flows to the Gulf despite political scrutiny.

Tomahawks Deployed - US Missiles Patrol the Caribbean

The US military posture in the Caribbean and near Venezuela has intensified with missile deployments and strike activity. Washington and Moscow are both monitoring developments as regional tensions rise.

US Readies Troops for Operations in Mexico

Officials say the administration is planning operations to target Mexican drug cartels that could involve troops and intelligence assets. Early plans are being drafted even as Mexico pushes back diplomatically.

Ukraine Receives Patriot Batteries to Bolster Defenses

Ukraine has received Patriot air defense batteries while sending special forces to relieve besieged units. Fighting around Pokrovsk remains a key focal point as both sides commit reinforcements.

Famine Confirmed in Darfur City by Global Monitor

A global hunger monitor and international courts warn of catastrophic conditions in Sudan as famine spreads. Evidence preservation and war crimes investigations are now underway in Darfur amid mass displacement.

Avalanche Kills Five Climbers and Two Guides in Nepal

Deadly avalanches struck Himalayan expeditions this week, killing foreign climbers and local guides and prompting large scale rescue operations. Harsh weather complicated response efforts at high altitude camps.

Rescuers Race to Reach Worker Trapped in Collapsed Rome Tower

A medieval tower near Rome's Colosseum partially collapsed during renovations, trapping a worker and injuring others. Emergency crews conducted rescues amid chaotic scenes in a major tourist district.

Suspects on the Run After Explosion at Harvard Medical School

Authorities have launched a manhunt after an explosion rocked Harvard Medical School. Officials describe the blast as intentional and are actively searching for two suspects while campus remains on alert.

FBI Releases Photos of Suspects Practicing at Gun Range

Federal prosecutors unsealed charges and released images in an alleged ISIS inspired plot in Michigan aimed at Halloween targets. The FBI and DOJ say they disrupted a planned attack and have charged suspects.

Train Employee and Driver Praised for Saving Lives in Stabbing

A mass stabbing on a UK train left passengers wounded and prompted a rapid arrest. Police have charged a suspect and are crediting quick action by staff for limiting casualties.

New Suspects Charged in Daring Louvre Heist

Investigators continue to develop leads in the brazen midday theft at the Louvre. New charges were filed as police sift through security footage and trace stolen items and accomplices.

Israel Returns Palestinian Bodies in Ceasefire Exchange

Ceasefire exchanges continue as Israel and militants trade remains and bodies amid fragile pauses in fighting. The returns of hostages and bodies add pressure on negotiators and shape regional diplomacy.

Supreme Court Hears Case on Presidential Tariff Power

The Supreme Court prepares to hear a pivotal challenge to the president's authority to impose sweeping tariffs. Justices' ruling could reshape executive trade powers and global commerce rules.

Top FDA Drug Regulator Resigns Amid Misconduct Probe

Top officials at the FDA face resignations and internal probes after allegations of misconduct in the agency's drug center. The leadership shakeup raises questions about recent approval processes and oversight.

Loop Says Nvidia Could Reach $8.5 Trillion

Wall Street remains driven by AI enthusiasm as Nvidia and other tech names lead markets. Analysts issue bullish valuations while broader indexes show a mixed picture amid rotation and sector concentration.

China Backs Off Chip Export Ban After Industry Outcry

Beijing appears to be easing some export controls after fears of supply chain disruption. Moves on chips and rare earths signal shifts in trade policy even as China pursues broader economic self reliance.

Microsoft Pledges $15.2B Investment in the UAE

Microsoft is expanding its Gulf footprint with multibillion dollar investments and cloud capacity deals. The commitments aim to cement the UAE as a regional AI hub and support growing enterprise demand.

6.3 Magnitude Quake Kills Dozens in Northern Afghanistan

A powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan killing and injuring dozens and overwhelming local health services. International aid and rescue teams face difficult conditions as aftershocks threaten.

Trump Says ICE Raids Haven't Gone Far Enough

Immigration enforcement operations have intensified nationwide with raids, high profile arrests, and contentious local confrontations. Officials and communities report mounting tensions and legal disputes over tactics.

Candidates Make Final Push Ahead of New York Election

New York's mayoral contest reaches a climax as candidates make final appeals and polls show Zohran Mamdani leading. Surveys and voter reaction point to polarized outcomes and possible demographic shifts if results tilt dramatically.

Kash Patel Faces Scrutiny Over Use of FBI Jet

FBI Director Kash Patel faces criticism over reported use of an agency jet while he defends his actions publicly. The episode has sparked intra movement debate and renewed oversight questions about federal travel practices.