SNAP Halt, Trump in Japan, Melissa Looms

More than 40 million Americans may lose SNAP aid Nov. 1, as the administration says no funds remain and the USDA rejects using contingency money, blaming Democrats amid the ongoing shutdown. In Japan, President Trump addressed U.S. troops, praised newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and signed a rare earths agreement; Japan will gift 250 cherry trees. Jamaica braces for Category 5 Hurricane Melissa with 175 mph gusts. A CSIS report says far-left plots outpaced far-right early this year. A study finds brief inspiring videos lift hope. Also noted: AI music scams and Paul Biya's reelection.