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Hurricane Melissa: Category 5 Threatens Jamaica — Seek Shelter Now

Hurricane Melissa explosively strengthened into a Category 5 storm as it closed on Jamaica, with forecasters warning of catastrophic flooding, life threatening storm surge and torrential rains that could devastate communities and infrastructure

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41 million - Americans who could miss SNAP food benefits on Nov 1 if the government shutdown continues

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"The well has run dry" — U S Department of Agriculture

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Hurricane Melissa: Upgraded to Category 5 as Jamaica Braces

Hurricane Melissa rapidly intensified into a major storm as it headed toward Jamaica. Warnings cite catastrophic flooding, deadly storm surge and life threatening rainfall for Jamaica and nearby Caribbean islands.

U S and China Reach Trade Framework - 100% Tariff Threat Averted

U S and Chinese negotiators reported a framework agreement to avert the threatened escalation of tariffs. Officials framed the deal as a path toward a summit between leaders and pauses on some trade measures.

U S Navy: Helicopter and Fighter Jet Crash in South China Sea

Two separate naval aviation accidents off an aircraft carrier in the South China Sea left aircraft lost and crews rescued. The incidents are under review as the Pacific Fleet and allied partners probe causes and safety protocols.

USDA: SNAP Benefits Will Be Cut Off on Nov 1

The USDA announced that federal SNAP distributions will stop if the shutdown persists, raising the prospect that millions of Americans will miss November benefits. Lawmakers and food banks are racing to respond to the looming cutoff.

Treasury: Troops May Not Be Paid After Nov 15 if Shutdown Continues

Treasury officials warned that military pay and other service member funding face imminent disruption if the shutdown persists. The temporary $8 billion backstop is expiring and Congress faces a fast approaching deadline to act.

U S Destroyer Docks in Trinidad and Tobago as Pressure on Venezuela Rises

The U S naval presence in the southern Caribbean increased with a destroyer docking as Washington ratchets pressure on Venezuela. Caracas accused the U S of provocation as regional tensions rose.

Putin: Russia Tested 'Invincible' Nuclear Cruise Missile

Russia announced tests of a new nuclear capable cruise missile described as having extended range. Western leaders and analysts are scrutinizing the Burevestnik claim amid renewed fears about strategic escalation.

Milei's Party Wins Big in Argentina Midterms

Argentina's libertarian president and his party posted decisive midterm gains, giving Milei stronger leverage for fiscal and structural changes. The results will reverberate for regional markets and Washington ties.

Two Arrested in Louvre Crown Jewels Heist Breakthrough

French authorities announced arrests linked to the audacious daylight theft of historic crown jewels from the Louvre. Investigators say the probe has produced suspects but the jewels remain mostly unaccounted for.

Sudan's RSF Claims Capture of El Fasher Army Base

Fighting in Sudan escalated as the Rapid Support Forces claimed control of a major Darfur city and international agencies warned of mass civilian peril. The UN urgently called for protected corridors and humanitarian access.

Egypt Joins Search for Hostage Remains in Gaza

Search and recovery efforts continue in Gaza as authorities and partners press to recover remains of hostages. The clearance of bombed areas is complicated by unexploded ordnance and humanitarian constraints.

Treasury: China Agrees to Sell TikTok to U S Buyers

U S officials said progress was made on a TikTok sale framework with Chinese agreement to transfer ownership. Treasury briefings signaled a near final deal as leaders prepare to weigh the transaction at upcoming summits.

FAA Orders Ground Stop at LAX Amid Controller Shortage

Air travel faced fresh disruption as staffing shortages triggered ground stops and widespread delays. Officials warned that furloughed or unpaid controllers and shutdown fallout risk further cancellations and delays.

Zelensky: Allies Working on Ceasefire Plan for Ukraine

Ukraine and its partners are working on ceasefire proposals even as Russian drone and missile attacks continue to kill civilians. Kyiv says a coordinated effort is underway to map a path to reduced fighting.

Trump Official Admits Many Targeted Boats Lacked Sea Worthiness

The administration's strikes on suspected narcotics boats have provoked admissions, debate and congressional scrutiny. Questions focus on targeting, legality and whether vessels posed the threats described by officials.

Food Banks Brace for Surge as Shutdown Cuts Federal Aid

Food banks and community groups are mobilizing as the shutdown threatens formal assistance programs. Local fundraisers and volunteer networks are stepping up to fill gaps as federal aid lines face interruption.

NATO Readies Offensive Cyber Options as Attacks Rise

NATO allies and other states are shifting posture as cyber threats rise. A new UN treaty on cybercrime drew broad signups while research shows conversational A I and chatbots can be vectors for foreign propaganda campaigns.

Trump Meets Lula as Both Sides See Trade Deal Progress

Diplomatic meetings between Trump and Brazil's Lula signaled near term progress on a bilateral trade deal. Both leaders described forward momentum that could translate into formal accords in the coming days.

Cameroon Votes Amid Deadly Clashes as Biya Declared Winner

Cameroon’s elections triggered deadly clashes in several cities as authorities declared long time leader Paul Biya the victor. The vote has provoked protests and reports of fatalities as opposition backers reject results.

Rare Earth Miners Fall After U S China Truce Pauses Export Curbs

Markets and investors reacted to geopolitical and trade developments as rare earths and critical mineral plays shifted. Policy moves and export curbs prompted volatility across miners and strategic supply plays.

Graham: Lawmakers to Be Briefed on Potential Venezuela Land Attack

Debate intensified over possible expansion of U S military action near Venezuela. Lawmakers and officials signaled briefings and plans as the administration balanced law enforcement aims with regional security risks.

Global Markets Surge on Progress in U S China Trade Talks

Markets rallied on optimism that U S China trade progress will ease tariffs and calm global trade tensions. Futures and equity markets moved higher as investors priced in potential deals at upcoming leader meetings.

Bipartisan Backlash Grows as Shutdown Enters Fourth Week

Political pressure is building on Capitol Hill to resolve the shutdown as public frustration rises. Polls and unions are pushing for a short term fix even as negotiations remain deadlocked.

Gmail Password Hack Exposed Millions of Accounts and Passwords

Major data exposures and cloud incidents highlighted security risks as a massive Gmail password disclosure surfaced and a House Democrats database left sensitive records publicly accessible. Industry outages fueled concern over cloud resilience.