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Tribes Step Up Amid SNAP Shutdown

Tribes Step Up Amid SNAP Shutdown

Montana tribal communities relied on commodity programs and emergency measures to feed families during the SNAP shutdown.
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Marines Finally Tighten Ammo Security After Seven Year Delay

Marines Finally Tighten Ammo Security After Seven Year Delay

The U.S. Marine Corps has implemented long overdue ammunition security measures nearly seven years after a GAO report flagged serious inspection and accountability gaps.
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119 Killed in Rio Police Raids Targeting Drug Gangs

119 Killed in Rio Police Raids Targeting Drug Gangs

At least 119 people, including four police officers, were killed in large-scale raids targeting Rio de Janeiro’s Commando Vermelho gang, sparking outrage and calls for investigation.
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Millions Face Food Aid Halt as U.S. Shutdown Drags On

Millions Face Food Aid Halt as U.S. Shutdown Drags On

Nearly 42 million Americans risk losing food stamp benefits as the prolonged U.S. government shutdown halts SNAP funding. Threatening households and retailers nationwide.
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When Norway Ran Out of Butter and Why It Still Matters

When Norway Ran Out of Butter and Why It Still Matters

In 2011, Norway faced a nationwide ‘butter crisis’. When poor milk yields, strict import rules, and soaring demand emptied store shelves before Christmas. The shortage exposed how overreliance on a single supplier and panic driven hoarding can cripple even advanced economies.
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Trump Offers to Mediate Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict. Says He’s “Good at Making Peace”

Trump Offers to Mediate Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict. Says He’s “Good at Making Peace”

US President Donald Trump offered to mediate between Pakistan and Afghanistan. After deadly border clashes. Claiming he is “good at making peace”. Hyping his record of resolving global conflicts.
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Senate Stalemate Deepens as Shutdown Drags into Third Week

Senate Stalemate Deepens as Shutdown Drags into Third Week

The Senate adjourned without progress on reopening the government Republicans and Democrats remain divided over ACA tax credits and a short-term funding bill. Extending the shutdown into its third week.
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Republicans Defend Federal Spending, Blame Democrats for Shutdown

Republicans Defend Federal Spending, Blame Democrats for Shutdown

Republicans defend federal programs to blame Democrats for the ongoing shutdown. Despite historically being critical of government spending.
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