Stephen Fowler, an NPR reporter focusing on federal nutrition programs, discusses the impending SNAP benefits expiration, affecting over 40 million Americans. Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent, shares insights about President Trump's visit to Japan, highlighting a pivotal trade deal on rare earth minerals. Eder Peralta reports on Hurricane Melissa, detailing its catastrophic winds and the potential impact on Jamaica and nearby islands, along with concerns about preparedness and evacuations.