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Hurricane Melissa, Third-Term Talk, Houston Serial Killer Speculations and more

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Oct 27, 2025
Mandatory evacuation orders are in place as Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm of the year, approaches Jamaica. Millions may lose SNAP benefits due to a looming government shutdown. Trump hints at a potential third presidential run amid political speculation. In a tragic update, Hamas transfers another deceased hostage to the Red Cross as part of a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Houston officials address public fears and deny serial killer rumors related to recent deaths in the bayous.
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Category 5 Hurricane Threatens Jamaica

  • Hurricane Melissa is a rare Category 5 storm and is the strongest on the planet this year, threatening Jamaica with massive flooding and landslides.
  • Officials emphasized mandatory evacuations and use of buses to move residents to emergency shelters to save lives.
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SNAP Benefits At Risk During Shutdown

  • Roughly 40 million people risk losing SNAP benefits if the government shutdown continues and USDA won't use contingency funds long-term.
  • Debate persists over whether the administration can reallocate funds without Congress, heightening bipartisan tensions.
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Talk Of A Third Presidential Term

  • President Trump discussed possibly seeking a third term in 2028, drawing attention to constitutional limits and alternative scenarios floated by allies.
  • Trump acknowledged interest but did not commit, and aides claim there are "many different alternatives" to the 22nd Amendment constraint.
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