Jamaica’s “storm of the century” inflicts catastrophic damage

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<p>Jamaica is contending with the aftermath of a historic hurricane. The <a href="https://apple.news/AynR7HlWbRZqE0bmiiP2WBw">BBC</a> reports on the damage.</p> <p>Tens of millions of Americans could lose their food stamps by the weekend as a result of the government shutdown. <a href="https://apple.news/AmPP9k_w6RZC_OicjcI7U5Q">Politico</a>&rsquo;s Meredith Lee Hill explains why the Trump administration won&rsquo;t tap an emergency fund to pay for the benefits.</p> <p>The gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia could determine how Democrats approach key races in 2026. <a href="https://apple.news/AT1jYgrHkSa22xA1hbI42Ag">CNN</a>&rsquo;s Jeff Zeleny breaks down both contests.</p> <p>Plus, Netanyahu ordered <a href="https://apple.news/ACbPoNdVlQ32oWhIrwOSFpg">strikes</a> in Gaza, mass <a href="https://apple.news/AumeYemLYR6iOlbEQW84UXQ">layoffs</a> hit major U.S. companies, and why animal actors are having trouble finding <a href="https://apple.news/ANyWlrJjWQN-AoVm2NKw8Og">work</a>.</p> <p>Today&rsquo;s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.</p>