In Brazil, a recent police operation in Rio de Janeiro has sparked outrage and calls for an independent investigation. The raid, which took place on October 28, resulted in the deaths of 121 people, including four police officers. The operation targeted the Comando Vermelho gang, a powerful criminal
The U. S. Senate is in a tough spot, trying to figure out how to reopen the government. It's been a long five weeks, and the shutdown is about to set a record as the longest in history. Both Republicans and Democrats are talking, but they can't seem to agree on anything. Senators from both sides ha
The conflict in Sudan is getting worse. The United Nations chief has warned that the situation is now "spiraling out of control. " This comes after a paramilitary group, the RSF, took over the city of el-Fasher. This city has been under siege for 18 months. People there are suffering from hunger, di
In a small Austrian town, three elderly nuns have made headlines by taking matters into their own hands. Sisters Rita, Regina, and Bernadette, all in their 80s, were moved to a nursing home against their will two years ago when their convent closed due to a decline in the number of nuns. But they we
The U. S. is facing a serious problem with air travel. The government shutdown is causing big issues for air traffic controllers. Many of them are not getting paid, so some are quitting or calling in sick. This means there aren't enough people to manage the skies. With fewer controllers, flights ar
In the vast waters of Mexico, a surprising scene unfolds. Orcas, also known as killer whales, have been caught on camera using clever tactics to hunt young great white sharks. They specifically target the sharks' livers, which are packed with energy. This behavior has been seen before in other place
The government shutdown is causing chaos for millions who rely on food stamps. President Trump recently said that SNAP benefits won't be paid until Democrats agree to end the shutdown. This statement came after the administration promised to use emergency funds to send out partial payments. But now,
In the town of Tawila, a clinic is bustling with activity. Children, thin and weak, lie on cots. Men with bandaged wounds wait for surgery. They are survivors from al-Fashir, a city that recently fell to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) after an 18-month siege. Up to 10, 000 people have fled to Tawila
The government shutdown is causing real problems, especially with SNAP food assistance. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is pointing fingers at President Trump and Republicans, saying they're using hungry Americans as pawns. He's not happy about partial benefits being handed out, especially with
The federal government has decided to use backup funds to provide half of the usual food assistance benefits for November. This move comes as a result of the ongoing government shutdown, which has left the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) without its regular funding. The Department
