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What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Shea Stephens.
What is the status of the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the federal shutdown?
The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, called SNAP, will run out of money on Saturday unless Congress ends the federal shutdown by then. There is no sign of any compromise between Democrats and Republicans. some 28 days into the shutdown. As NPR's Stephen Fowler reports, the Trump administration has shifted funds from other programs to extend WIC, another program which aids mothers and children.
According to federal budget documents, the Trump administration transferred the $300 million for WIC from a state child nutrition programs account that's funded in part by a portion of customs duties collected the previous calendar year. These so-called Section 32 funds are separate from the increased revenue generated from sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump in recent months. The Trump administration said transferring any money from this $23 billion pool of funds to support SNAP would jeopardize money for school meals and infant formula.
How is Hurricane Melissa impacting Jamaica and what precautions are being taken?
NPR's Stephen Fowler. Jamaica is bracing for impact from Hurricane Melissa. a Category 5 storm expecting to pass over the island today.
What key agreements were made during President Trump's meeting with Japan's new Prime Minister?
Storm surge up to 12 feet, landslides and flooding are expected in low-lying areas. As Nick Davis reports, forecasters are predicting that Melissa will be the most powerful storm ever to hit Jamaica.
The storm has slowly been moving along the south coast at between 3 and 7 miles an hour for about a day, only about 100 miles out, but it's due to turn inland tonight, bringing record levels of rainfall up to 30 inches. So with that extensive flooding, This storm is huge. It'll cover the island with major hurricane conditions, and so the government has put in place a mandatory evacuation order in some low-lying areas. Hurricane Melissa is expected to make landfall in the early hours of tomorrow morning and be here for almost 12 hours before it leaves.
How are states like Indiana and Virginia approaching redistricting efforts?
For NPR News, I'm Nick Davis in Jamaica.
President Trump has heaped praise on Japan's new Prime Minister, Sanai Takakichi. During their meeting in Tokyo, Trump told NPR,
What revolutionary HIV prevention drug has South Africa approved and how does it work?
the Japanese prime minister, that she would be one of the greatest premiers and welcome her pledge to accelerate Japan's military buildup. The BBC's Shama Khalil has more.
The two countries agreed to cooperate on the production and supply of critical rare earths minerals as Washington tries to reduce its reliance on China. In recent days, the U.S.
What are the implications of the DOJ's case against former FBI Director James Comey?
signed similar deals with Malaysia, Thailand and Australia. President Trump also met the families of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 70s and 80s, saying that the U.S. will do everything in its power to help return them. This is a critical day for Japan and its new Prime Minister, Sanae Takeuchi. During his meeting with her, Mr. Trump said Japan was a great ally, adding that he'd be there to help whenever needed. But he's also demanding concessions. He wants Japan to buy more American rice and soybeans and to open its market to U.S. vehicles.
The BBC's Shoma Khalil reporting. This is NPR. Indiana is the latest state to consider redistricting to help the Republican Party retain control of the U.S. House. Republican Governor Mike Braun has called the legislature into special session next week to consider the move. Republicans in Indiana and in Kansas say they do not have the votes to pass more GOP-friendly congressional maps. Meanwhile, Democrats in Virginia's legislature plan to meet in special session on November 3rd. to consider redistricting. South Africa has become the first African nation to approve a new HIV prevention drug that's being hailed as revolutionary. NPR's Gabriela Immanuel has details.
The medication is called lenacapavir. With twice-a-year injections, it offers almost complete protection against contracting HIV. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority called it a game-changer, given the country has one of the highest HIV prevalence rates. Around 17 percent of people ages 15 to 49 have HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. South Africa's health minister told local media he worries demand for lenacapavir will initially outstrip supply.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
What is the main topic discussed in this episode?
0:02–0:06
2
What is the status of the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the federal shutdown?
0:06–1:01
3
How is Hurricane Melissa impacting Jamaica and what precautions are being taken?
1:01–1:10
4
What key agreements were made during President Trump's meeting with Japan's new Prime Minister?
1:10–1:52
5
How are states like Indiana and Virginia approaching redistricting efforts?
1:52–2:05
6
What revolutionary HIV prevention drug has South Africa approved and how does it work?
2:05–2:25
7
What are the implications of the DOJ's case against former FBI Director James Comey?
2:25–4:39