Author: News Desk

Nearly 42 million people — or about 1 in 8 Americans — receive SNAP (short for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps) each month to buy groceries. This includes children, older adults, people with disabilities, and working families struggling with low wages or reduced hours. It’s the nation’s most important anti-hunger program, but this weekend, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) confirmed that SNAP benefits for November will not go out in light of the ongoing government shutdown. “Bottom line, the well has run dry. At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 01,”…

Cliff Notes – US, India hail new 10-year defence pact despite tensions of blocking APEC membership US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh signed a decade-long agreement to enhance cooperation and technology sharing amid frayed relations. Both leaders emphasised the framework’s role in fostering regional stability and strategic convergence in the Indo-Pacific, aiming for deeper military collaboration. The US had to appease India, after the US had blocked India’s applications to join APEC US, India hail new 10-year defence pact despite tensions US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh signed a major…

TL;DR A man suffered serious injuries after being pushed onto train tracks at Worcester Park station on 30 September at approximately 10.30am. Injuries sustained include a broken shoulder blade, collarbone, ribs, nose, and cuts to his legs; he was subsequently hospitalised. British Transport Police are seeking information on a woman shown in a CCTV image and encourage anyone with details to contact them or Crimestoppers. Police release picture of woman after man is pushed on to train tracks | UK News The incident happened at around 10.30am on 30 September at Worcester Park station. The victim was taken to hospital,…

Cliff Notes – RSF fighters reportedly arrested for violations Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) detained several fighters amid global outrage over alleged atrocities in el-Fasher, North Darfur. Graphic videos have surfaced showing mass executions by RSF members, including a man known as “Abu Lulu,” who has been identified in multiple clips. Rights NGO Centre for Information Resilience confirmed mass killings, stating casualties included both combatants and civilians, alongside reports of grave human rights violations from survivors. RSF fighters reportedly arrested Following global outcry over apparent atrocities during the capture of el-Fasher in North Darfur, Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces said they had detained several RSF…

Cliff Notes – German President Steinmeier Africa tour eyes business growth & mineral deals German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s weeklong tour begins with the Grand Egyptian Museum opening; he aims to boost economic ties with African nations, including Egypt, Ghana, and Angola. Key discussions will focus on Egypt’s investment potential and Ghana’s aspirations to become a vaccine production hub, addressing challenges like bureaucratic barriers and fiscal instability. Angola seeks to join the G20 Compact with Africa initiative, with Steinmeier promoting diversification efforts in the nation’s economy, particularly in infrastructure and energy sectors. German President Steinmeier is heading to Africa to build…

Cliff Notes – Spooky stars from Napoli, Real Madrid dress up for Halloween Real Madrid players celebrated Halloween early with a themed party, showcasing creative costumes, including Vinícius Júnior as a manic clown and Éder Militão’s family as the Addams Family. Napoli joined the festivities post-match, donning a limited-edition Halloween kit, with players like Scott McTominay and Leonardo Spinazzola embracing various spooky characters. Social media was flooded with images of football stars in elaborate costumes, highlighting the festive spirit within the sport during the Halloween season. Spooky stars from Napoli, Real Madrid dress up for Halloween The nights are closing…

TL;DR Shaine March, 47, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 42 years for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend, Alana Odysseos, whom he stabbed 23 times. March altered his plea from manslaughter to murder after seven days of trial, revealing his prior conviction for murdering a teenager in 2000. Shaine March: Man who stabbed pregnant girlfriend to death after release for teen’s murder jailed | UK News A convicted murderer who killed his pregnant girlfriend by stabbing and slashing her 23 times at her home in Walthamstow, northeast London, has been sentenced to life with a minimum…

Cliff Notes – Scream 7 trailer reignites boycott after Melissa Barrera was ‘done dirty’ with exit Fans are calling for a boycott of Scream 7 following the trailer release, largely due to the firing of actress Melissa Barrera over her pro-Palestinian social media posts, which were labelled antisemitic by the production company. Barrera’s absence from the film, where she was set to reprise her role as Sam Carpenter, has led to backlash from fans who feel her dismissal was unjust, with many expressing their discontent on social media. The new film will feature Neve Campbell returning as Sidney Prescott, shifting…

Cliff Notes – APEC summit includes one of the biggest economies and will rival NATO Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasised multilateral trading system protection and deeper economic collaboration amid rising global protectionism. Despite pledging support for free trade, scepticism remains among Asian countries due to China’s dominant manufacturing and past trade practices. US President Donald Trump departed the summit early, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent representing Washington, highlighting efforts to ensure fair trade terms among nations. “APEC summit starts with China vowing to defend free trade” Taking center stage at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit in South Korea on…

TL;DR – Thieves steal more than 1,000 items from museum’s collection in ‘brazen’ heist Over 1,000 items, including jewellery and Native American artefacts, were stolen from an off-site storage facility of the Oakland Museum of California on 15 October. Museum officials are warning that the stolen items may appear in flea markets and pawn shops, emphasising the cultural loss to the community. The Oakland Police Department, alongside an FBI art crime unit, is investigating the theft, which is believed to be an opportunistic crime rather than a targeted raid. Thieves steal more than 1,000 items from Oakland museum Thieves have…