NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Thursday, October 30, 2025
Oct 31, 2025
Severe weather wreaks havoc on the East Coast, causing widespread travel chaos and delays. Hurricane Melissa leaves Jamaica with massive devastation and power outages. In royal news, Prince Andrew is stripped of his titles, marking a significant palace decision. The U.S. and China reach a trade truce that impacts tariffs and rare earth commitments. A young girl heroically thwarts a suspected home invasion, while potatoes surprisingly become the hot Halloween trend!
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Weather And Staffing Fueled Travel Chaos
- Severe weather plus staffing shortages and a shutdown created cascading travel disruptions across major East Coast airports.
- The FAA ground stops and controller pay issues amplified delays during a peak travel period.
Tourists Stranded In Devastated Montego Bay
- George Solis reported from Montego Bay where thousands of tourists were stranded after Hurricane Melissa.
- Resorts lost roofs and travel out was limited while airports and roads struggled with power and fuel shortages.
Prince Andrew Loses Royal Titles
- King Charles removed Prince Andrew's royal styles and moved him from Royal Lodge to Sandringham.
- The palace framed the step as necessary amid pressure over ties to Jeffrey Epstein despite Andrew's denials.