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SNAP Halt Stands: Supreme Court Extends Block on Food Aid

The Supreme Court extended a temporary pause on a lower court order that would have required the administration to fully fund SNAP for November, keeping millions of beneficiaries without full payments as Congress races to pass funding legislation

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1,200 flights canceled Tuesday amid the government shutdown

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"I have an obligation" — President Donald Trump

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Senate Passes Deal: Shutdown Nears End

The Senate approved a short term funding measure to end the record long government shutdown and sent the package to the House. The deal outlines what agencies reopen and leaves contentious policy fights unresolved, setting up a House showdown.

Supreme Court Extends Pause on SNAP Payments

The Supreme Court extended a temporary pause on orders that would fully restore SNAP benefits, leaving millions without full food assistance as lawmakers scramble to pass a funding deal. The rulings create continued near term uncertainty for nutrition aid.

Transportation Secretary Warns of More Flight Disruptions if Shutdown Extends

Travel chaos intensified as airlines canceled a surge of flights and air traffic controllers have missed paychecks during the shutdown. Passengers face continuing delays and cancellations even as Congress moves to reopen the government.

Duffy Threatens Penalties for Air Traffic Controllers Missing Work

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy doubled down on warnings about air travel, threatening penalties for controllers and refusing to give a timeline for restoring full flight schedules. The administration tied restoration to data and staffing metrics.

Speaker Johnson Schedules Adelita Grijalva Swearing In

Speaker Mike Johnson scheduled the delayed swearing in of Rep elect Adelita Grijalva, a move that could enable House Democrats to force a vote on releasing the long contested Epstein files. The timing raises tensions on Capitol Hill ahead of the reopening vote.

ByHeart Recalls All Infant Formula After Botulism Cases

ByHeart expanded a national recall of infant formula after an outbreak of botulism sickened infants. The CDC reported additional hospitalizations and the FDA issued broader warnings as caregivers are urged to avoid the recalled products.

Venezuela Mobilizes Troops and Equipment as US Warship Nears

Military tensions rose in the Caribbean as Venezuela announced a massive mobilization and US naval power moved into the region. The deployment and counter moves have escalated a regional standoff with diplomatic and security risks.

UK Suspends Intelligence Sharing Over US Boat Strikes

Allied intelligence cooperation frayed after US strikes on suspected drug boats prompted the UK and other partners to pause or limit some sharing. The rupture reflects widening international concern over US extrajudicial maritime actions.

Turkish Military Cargo Plane Crashes Near Georgia Border

A Turkish military C 130 cargo plane crashed near the Georgia border causing a deadly accident that killed service members. Authorities are investigating the cause and assessing the toll from the mid air loss.

New Chinese Bridge Collapses Months After Opening

A recently opened bridge in southwestern China collapsed in a dramatic landslide video, raising safety questions after the structure had only been in service for months. Officials reported no immediate casualties but investigations are underway.

Sun Fires X Class Flares as CMEs Race Toward Earth

Solar activity has escalated with multiple X class flares and CMEs heading toward Earth. Forecasters warn of geomagnetic storms capable of producing auroras far south and of potential disruptions to power and satellite systems.

Ukrainian Forces Pull Back Under Fierce Russian Pressure in Zaporizhia

Heavy fighting in eastern and southern Ukraine has forced Ukrainian units to pull back in some sectors as Russian forces press offensives. The battles around Pokrovsk and Zaporizhia underscore bleak battlefield dynamics and the war's persistence.

Israel Says It Destroyed Over 1,500 Buildings in Gaza Since Ceasefire

Israeli strikes and political turmoil continue after the Gaza ceasefire as reconstruction and security remain disputed. A senior Israeli minister resigned amid criticism and the humanitarian and political impasse deepened.

China Directs SMIC Chip Allocation to Prioritize Huawei Amid US Curbs

Beijing has intervened in how domestic chipmaker SMIC allocates output amid US export curbs while China restricts access to rare earths for the US military. The moves reflect a widening tech conflict with implications for global supply chains.

SoftBank Sells Nvidia Stake and Markets React

SoftBank sold its entire Nvidia stake to raise capital for AI investments, a move that rattled markets and sent SoftBank shares tumbling. The sale has reignited questions about AI valuations and investor confidence in chip leaders.

DOJ Opens Federal Probe into Violent Berkeley Protests

The Department of Justice and the FBI opened investigations into violent protests and arrests at a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley. Federal probes target alleged organized violent tactics and potential civil and criminal violations.

Trump Vows to Sue BBC for 1 Billion Over Edited Panorama Clip

The BBC is facing executive resignations and intense scrutiny after an edited documentary clip drew fire from President Trump and UK politicians. Trump has threatened a billion dollar lawsuit while UK officials demand reforms at the broadcaster.

Private Aviation Booms as Commercial Flights Falter

As commercial carriers cancel flights and strain airports, private aviation and charter services have surged. The boom highlights a two tier travel market as wealthier travelers avoid disruption while mass transit faces shortages.

Mamdani Names Leftist Advisers as Critics Warn of Policy Shift

New York City mayor elect Zohran Mamdani named top advisers and a DSA operative as chief of staff while signaling plans to reach out to President Trump. The appointments and outreach set up battles over policy and morale in city agencies.

David Axelrod Says Schumer May Lose Leadership

Democratic infighting escalated after eight Senate Democrats joined Republicans to pass the shutdown deal, prompting calls for Chuck Schumer to step down and fueling leadership challenges. The rift exposes a deep split in the party over strategy.

Families Sue Camp Mystic Alleging Negligence in Deadly Floods

Families of victims of the Camp Mystic flash floods filed lawsuits alleging negligence and profit driven failures that led to dozens of deaths. Legal actions seek accountability and may prompt changes to camp safety standards.

Dominican Republic Plunged into Nationwide Blackout

A massive power failure plunged the Dominican Republic into darkness disrupting transit and commerce nationwide. Authorities began phased restoration while investigations probe the cascade of failures that sparked the outage.

Former Zelenskyy Associate Arrested in State Energy Corruption Probe

Ukraine anticorruption agencies widened probes into state energy firms, arresting former associates of President Zelensky as investigators uncovered alleged high level schemes. The investigations risk political fallout amid wartime governance.

Unprovoked Stabbing at Chicago Train Station Under Investigation

A spate of violent incidents in US cities highlighted public safety concerns as authorities investigate a Chicago train station stabbing, a Bronx foot chase captured on police video, and a shooting at a South Side grocery that wounded multiple people.