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Obama blasts Trump ahead of Election Day in Virginia and New Jersey. Republicans keep it local

Former President Barack Obama is urging voters to use Tuesday’s elections in Virginia and New Jersey to rebuke President Donald Trump and candidates loyal to him. Governor races in those states may signal the national mood 10 months into Trump’s second presidency. Republicans also were campaigning Saturday, but without national star power. Republicans sidestepped talk of the president and instead tried to localize the contests. On the west coast, California advocates are making a final push for a statewide referendum to redraw the state’s congressional map in Democrats’ favor. This effort is part of a national redistricting battle.

Money Metals Expands Fractional Gold Lineup, Lowering the Barrier to Real Gold Ownership

EAGLE, IDAHO / ACCESS Newswire / November 1, 2025 / Money Metals announced an expanded selection of fractional gold coins, rounds, bars, and other items designed to make gold ownership accessible at almost any budget.The lineup includes 1/2 ounce, 1/4 ounce, and 1/10 ounce pieces, along with gram-denominated bars and divisible products.Many people, especially those at a popular big-box wholesale…

LaVine, DeRozan lead Kings past Bucks 135-133

Zach LaVine had 31 points, DeMar DeRozan scored 29, and the Sacramento Kings turned back a late rally to hold on for a 135-133 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks, who trailed 108-102 entering the final period, pulled within 133-132 on Miles Turner’s 3-pointer from the right corner with 51 seconds remaining. Dennis Schroder hit two free throws with 14.8 seconds left to put the Kings up 135-132 and Milwaukee’s A.J. Green git a late free throw for the final score. Antetokounmpo, who did not play in the Bucks 120-110 win over Golden State on Thursday, had 26 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Bucks.

Uncertainty over federal food aid deepens as the shutdown fight reaches a crisis point

The twin crises at the heart of the government shutdown fight in Washington are coming to a head. The federal food assistance program is facing delays and uncertainty. Meanwhile, millions of Americans are set to see a dramatic rise in health insurance bills. The Trump administration’s plans to freeze payments to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program have been halted by federal judges. But a delay in payouts will still likely leave millions of people short on their grocery bills. The shutdown is the second longest in history and entered its second month on Saturday, yet there’s little urgency in Washington to end it.

Furloughed federal workers face delays getting unemployment pay during shutdown

Thousands of furloughed federal workers are trying to navigate the unemployment system, in a sharp increase that is still a fraction of the 670,000 furloughed during the shutdown. About 26,000 federal workers filed initial claims from Sept. 28 through Oct. 18. The unemployment process presents those workers with some challenges. It generally takes two to three weeks to receive payments once approved in normal times. And now, the Labor Department has warned of delays. Recipients receive different amounts state by state. If they receive back pay as expected when the shutdown ends, they will need to repay the unemployment money.

Trump to host al-Sharaa in first-ever visit by a Syrian president to White House, official says

President Donald Trump will host Ahmad al-Sharaa for talks, a first-ever visit by a Syrian president to the White House. That’s according to an administration official. The official, who was not authorized to comment publicly about the yet to be formally announced engagement, said Saturday that the meeting is expected to take place Nov. 10. Trump met with al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia in May in what was the first encounter between the two nations’ leaders in 25 years and one that could serve as a turning point for Syria as it struggles to emerge from decades of international isolation. The meeting, on the sidelines of Trump’s get-together with the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council, was seen as a major turn of events for a Syria.

Joyful Day of the Dead commemorations rally US Latino communities despite immigration raid fears

Day of the Dead commemorations in early November are a crucial religious, family and community celebration for most Mexicans and many other Latin Americans. This year in the United States, they are taking on a special significance because of the increase in immigration enforcement raids and other actions targeting Latino communities. Some organizers had worried that fear of deportation would cast a pall on public celebrations. But participants turned out in droves in cities big and small, saying the rituals brought a much-needed sense of resilience and community pride.

Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria. The warning posted Saturday on social media was an escalation of his allegations that the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in the West African country. The threat came after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu pushed back against Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” for alleged persecution of Christians. On Saturday, Tinubu stated that Nigeria values religious freedom and opposes persecution. Trump, in a social media post on Friday, claimed Christianity faces an existential threat in Nigeria due to radical Islamists.

With bombs and bravado, Trump puts his own stamp on Reagan’s ‘peace through strength’ mantle

It wasn’t so long ago that President Donald Trump spoke of building a legacy as a peacemaker. In his inaugural address, he said he would in part measure his success by “the wars that we end — and perhaps most importantly, the wars we never get into.” But nine months into his second term, Trump is beating a curious path to executing his “peace through strength” foreign policy agenda. That’s a phrase he borrowed from Ronald Reagan, who saw building a strong military and economy as the bedrock to Soviet deterrence. Trump’s update on the Cold War doctrine includes sharper threats, bombings and no shortage of bravado.

Photos show Japan’s fascination with baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani

TOKYO (AP) — It is hard to escape Shohei Ohtani in Japan, even while the country was glued to its own World Series equivalent. To Japanese fans, Ohtani is just about perfect: He hits home runs, pitches great, steals bases and has a reputation for being kind and humble. AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLB This is a photo gallery curated by AP…

Israel says the latest remains returned from Gaza by Hamas are not of hostages

Israel says the remains of three people Hamas handed over to the Red Cross do not belong to any hostages. It’s the latest setback to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. It was unclear Saturday who the remains belonged to. Health officials in Gaza have struggled to identify bodies without access to DNA kits. Since the ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10, Palestinian militants have released the remains of 17 hostages. Eleven remain in Gaza. Militants have released one or two bodies every few days. Israel has urged faster progress. Hamas has said Gaza’s devastation complicates the work.

Tanzania’s President Hassan wins disputed election with more than 97% of vote

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has won a disputed election with over 97% of the vote, according to official results announced on Saturday. Her main opponents were prevented from running, leaving her virtually unopposed. Critics and opposition groups have raised concerns about the election’s fairness. Protests erupted across Tanzania, leading to violence and a military response. The government postponed the reopening of universities due to unrest. The United Nations and foreign ministers from the U.K., Canada, and Norway have expressed concern over the situation. Hassan’s victory extends the ruling party’s long-standing grip on power.

US envoy calls Lebanon a ‘failed state’ as Syria expected to join anti-IS coalition

The U.S.’s special envoy for Syria has called Lebanon “a failed state,” highlighting frustration with Beirut’s “paralyzed government.” Speaking at a summit in Bahrain, Thomas Barrack praised developments in Syria following Bashar Assad’s downfall. He confirmed Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is expected to visit Washington on Nov. 10. Barrack said Syria is expected to join the U.S.-led anti–Islamic State coalition, calling it “remarkable.” He criticized Lebanon for not aligning with Middle East realignments, noting Hezbollah’s influence. Barrack added the U.S. would support Israel if it becomes more aggressive toward Lebanon.

Tractor Supply Celebrated National Hometown Heroes Day Today Nationwide

BRENTWOOD, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov 1, 2025–Across the country today, Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) — the nation’s largest rural lifestyle retailer — turned hometown gratitude into a nationwide celebration. On National Hometown Heroes Day, more than 2,300 stores hosted events honoring military service members, veterans and local first responders, each contributing $500 to a local fire, police or veteran organization —…

Two new suspects handed preliminary charges in Louvre jewels heist case, Paris prosecutor says

The Paris prosecutor says two new suspects have been handed preliminary charges for their alleged involvement in the crown jewels heist at the Louvre museum. Laure Beccuau, the prosecutor, said in a statement Saturday that a 37-year-old suspect was charged with theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy. The other, a 38-year-old woman, is accused of being an accomplice. They were both incarcerated. They both denied involvement, the prosecutor said. Officials said the jewels have not been recovered.

Monthlong government shutdown in photos: disruptions, delays and divisions

With no endgame in sight, the U.S. government shutdown is expected to roll on for the unforeseeable future, injecting more uncertainty into an already precarious economy. The monthlong closure has halted routine federal operations, furloughed around 750,000 federal employees and left others working without pay. Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, lapsed after Friday and airports have…

Former Kentucky Gov. Martha Layne Collins has died at 88

Martha Layne Collins, the first and only woman elected governor of Kentucky, has died. She was 88. Her most visible legacy is a sprawling Toyota auto assembly plant — arguably the biggest industrial plum of its day and the linchpin of the Democrat’s economic-development strategy. A former teacher, Collins served as governor from 1983 to 1987, at a time when Kentucky governors were limited to single terms, and was interviewed by Democratic presidential nominee Walter F. Mondale as a potential running mate. Years after she left office, her husband was convicted in 1993 for extorting money from underwriters who handled state bond issues.

Berkshire Hathaway’s profits rise 17% as Warren Buffett prepares to step down as CEO

Warren Buffett’s company’s profits improved 17% thanks to a relatively mild hurricane season and more paper investment gains this year as Berkshire Hathaway continues to prepare for the legendary 95-year-old investor to relinquish the CEO title in January. But last month’s $9.7 billion investment in OxyChem won’t do much to diminish the $381.7 billion cash pile that Berkshire was sitting on at the end of September even though it is the biggest deal the company has made in years. The biggest thing on most investors’ minds right now is that Buffett Vice Chair Greg Abel is set to succeed Buffett as CEO in January although Buffett will remain chairman

Heidi Klum reveals her much-anticipated 2025 Halloween costume

Heidi Klum has revealed her latest Halloween costume, donning green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa. Klum says she loves the Greek myth in which a goddess turns a beautiful woman into a monster with serpents for hair, the sight of which turns living things around her to stone. Klum said she spent 10 hours getting into costume for her annual Halloween party. Klum’s husband dressed as a man turned to stone. The supermodel-turned-TV personality went viral in 2022 when she arrived at her party on the end of a fishing line, encased in a slithering worm costume.

How to spot November’s supermoon, the closest of the year

The closest supermoon of the year is approaching in November. It happens when a full moon is closer to Earth in its orbit, making it appear slightly bigger and brighter. Wednesday’s event is the second of three supermoons this year and also the closest. The moon will come within just under 222,000 miles of Earth. The change in the moon’s size can be tough to discern with the naked eye. Supermoons happen a few times a year. A supermoon in October made the moon look somewhat larger. The last supermoon of the year will rise in December.

FBI raid at Idaho horse track shows how immigration is a top focus across law enforcement

A recent FBI-led raid at an Idaho race track shows how immigration is driving federal law enforcement under the Trump administration. More than 200 officers from at least 14 agencies, including U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol, detained around 400 people. The Oct. 19 operation resulted in just four gambling-related arrests, while 105 people were arrested on suspicion of immigration violations. Local police also participated. Witnesses reported aggressive tactics, including zip-tying children. It’s unclear which agency the officers who detained the children were from. The FBI initially said no aggressive tactics were used on children but later amended that statement to say “young children.”

‘The legend lives on’: Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald still resonates 50 years later

November 10th marks the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, perhaps the most famous of all the estimated 6,500 ships that have gone down in the Great Lakes. The Fitzgerald is remembered while others are forgotten, thanks in large part to Gordon Lightfoot’s 1976 haunting folk ballad memorializing the wreck. The Fitzgerald was the largest ship ever to sink on the Great Lakes. All 29 members on board died. Family members of the crew and those still fascinated by the historic sinking gather each year for ceremonies at cities around the Great Lakes.

Andrew’s royal exit is the latest crisis for Britain’s monarchy

Britain’s monarchy holds prestige but not power and is subject to public sentiment. This is evident with Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, who was stripped of his title and home by King Charles on Thursday. This move aims to protect the monarchy from scandals related to Andrew’s ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The British monarchy has faced crises before, like the 1917 Titles Deprivation Act and Edward VIII’s abdication in 1936. The monarchy also faced public backlash after Princess Diana’s death in 1997. More recently, Prince Harry’s estrangement from the family has added to the royal drama.

Ukraine says it hit a key fuel pipeline near Moscow that supplies Russian forces

Ukraine’s military intelligence said it hit an important fuel pipeline in the Moscow region that supplies the Russian army. That’s according to a statement on the Telegram channel on Saturday. The military intelligence, known by it’s acronym HUR, says the operation was carried out late on Friday and described it as a “serious blow” to Russia’s military logistics. HUR says it struck the Koltsevoy pipeline, which is 400 kilometers long and supplies the Russian army with gasoline, diesel and jet fuel from refineries in Ryazan, Nizhny Novgorod and Moscow. The claim came amid a sustained Russian campaign of massive drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure that has brought power outages and restrictions across the country.

Dodgers force World Series to deciding Game 7 by holding off Blue Jays 3-1 as Yamamoto wins again

Yoshinobu Yamamoto beat Toronto for the second time in a week, slumping Mookie Betts hit a two-run single in a three-run third inning and the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers held off the Blue Jays 3-1 to force the World Series to a decisive Game 7. Yamamoto was not quite as sharp as in his Game 2 four-hitter. He lasted six innings and allowed an RBI single in the third by George Springer, who returned after missing two games with an injury to his right side. Rookie relievers Justin Wrobleski and Roki Sasaki combined for six outs before starter Tyler Glasnow came out of the bullpen to escape a ninth-inning jam and rescue the Dodgers.

Without the song, ‘The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald’ may have been largely forgotten

Without Gordon Lightfoot’s song, the Edmund Fitzgerald could have faded from memory along with the names of the roughly 6,500 other ships that went down in the Great Lakes before it. Lightfoot was inspired to write his ode to the Fitzgerald and the 29 men who died on board after reading the first Associated Press story about the wreck and a Nov. 24, 1975, article in Newsweek magazine. His song was released in August 1976, less than a year after the ship was lost. John Bacon, author of “The Gales of November,” says the song has made the Edmund Fitzgerald “by far the most famous Great Lakes shipwreck.”

Top photos of Halloween celebrated around the world

From a daytime techno underground rave in Ukraine and pumpkin carving in Romania to a bash hosted by the U.S. President and his wife at the White House, the U.S. Halloween tradition is celebrated around the world. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors. Categories: US & World News

Global Kratom Coalition Urges Caution After Walker County Students Fall Ill from Concentrated Synthetic 7-OH Products, Not Natural Kratom

Incident highlights dangers of illegal concentrated synthetic 7-OH opioid products misrepresented as natural kratom; Georgia law already bans such productsATLANTA, GA, October 31, 2025 (EZ Newswire) — The Global Kratom Coalition (GKC) today issued a statement following reports that five students from Saddle Ridge Elementary and Middle School in Walker County, Georgia, were hospitalized after ingesting gummies described as containing…

Global Kratom Coalition Praises Riverside County for Common-Sense Natural Kratom Regulations and Prohibiting Concentrated Synthetic 7-OH Products

RIVERSIDE, CA, October 31, 2025 (EZ Newswire) — The Global Kratom Coalition (GKC) today commended the Riverside County Board of Supervisors for taking decisive action to protect public health by banning concentrated synthetic 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) opioid products while preserving adult access to safe, natural kratom leaf products. Riverside County is another voice in a growing chorus of local, state, and…

Bucks’ Kevin Porter Jr. likely to miss a month after injuring his knee

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. is expected to be out for a month after injuring the meniscus in his right knee while working his way back from a sprained left ankle. Porter hasn’t played since injuring his ankle in the first quarter of the Bucks’ season-opening win over the Washington Wizards. The Bucks announced Friday that Porter hurt his knee Thursday during his on-court, return-to-play training. The 25-year-old now will undergo what the Bucks described as a “minor orthopedic procedure” on his knee

UW-Superior Theatre Debuts “Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really”

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Superior Theatre Program has begun showcasing its first production of the 2025-2026 season. The play is a familiar name for audiences, though this time there will be a twist. “It’s called ‘Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really,’” said the show’s Assistant Director Andy Hill. “It’s kind of taking the original Dracula script, but it’s…

‘Where would America be without us?’ A community of refugees is stunned by White House limits

In Minneapolis, where Somali refugees helped revitalize entire neighborhoods, the community was stunned by the presidential order capping annual refugee admissions at 7,500, the lowest number since the program began in 1980. Minnesota is home to the largest Somali community in the United States, roughly 87,000 people according to the latest census figures, most of whom live in the Minneapolis area. They have been coming to Minnesota, often as refugees, since the 1990s, drawn by generous social services and an ever-growing diaspora community. They have become increasingly prominent in the state. Somali-Americans have served on the Minneapolis and St. Paul city councils. They are in the state legislature. Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar represents part of the state in the U.S. House.

Disney pulls ABC, ESPN and more from YouTube TV as talks break down

YouTube TV viewers have lost access to Disney channels, including ABC and ESPN, after contract talks broke down. Other channels like the Disney Channel, FX, and Nat Geo have also disappeared. YouTube TV announced Thursday that Disney followed through on a threat to suspend its content during negotiations. YouTube claims Disney used the blackout threat to push for higher prices, benefiting its own streaming services like Hulu + Live TV and Fubo. YouTube TV expressed disappointment and urged Disney to work towards a fair agreement. Subscribers will receive a $20 credit if Disney content remains unavailable for a long time.

Scholarship Applications for the Bluebird Foundation Are Now Open

DULUTH, Minn. — Bluebird foundation Scholarship Applications are now open. Eleven $500 Scholarships are available to students grades 9-12, involved in theater, dance, music, or even culinary arts. In addition, the $2,500 Audrey Lundeen scholarship is open to high school seniors who plan to continue having their art be part of their college experience. Eligible applicants include students attending traditional,…

Alworth Scholarship applications set to open November 1

DULUTH, Minn. — Applications for the Marshall H. & Nellie Alworth Memorial Funds Alworth scholarship are set to open tomorrow. Offering $24,000 per student, the scholarship is open to those pursuing a 4-year degree in math, science, engineering, or medicine or an approved homeschool curriculum. “Scholarships like the Alworth are transformational. My academic and professional career started with a scholarship just…

Wisconsin becomes the 36th state to limit cellphones in schools

Wisconsin has become the 36th state to limit cellphones and other electronic devices in school. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers signed the bill Friday. The bill was passed with bipartisan support. It requires districts to prohibit phone use during class time. Evers signed it despite some opposition from some Democrats in the Legislature who said controlling gun violence should be a higher priority than banning cellphones. This school year alone, new restrictions on phone use in schools went into effect in 17 states and the District of Columbia.

SNAP has provided grocery help for 60-plus years; here’s how it works

The SNAP program has been a major piece of the U.S. social safety network since it launched as the food stamp program in 1964. It’s been in the spotlight like never before since President Donald Trump’s administration announced in October that it would not fund benefits in November due to a government shutdown. The program serves low-income people. The money is loaded onto debit cards that can be used only for groceries and plants and seeds for gardens. Work requirements for the benefits are becoming more stringent and some states are about to start barring the purchase of soda and candy with the benefits.

Gov. Evers signs bill banning cellphone use in schools

  MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has signed a bipartisan bill that would ban cellphone use in schools. The bill, signed into law on Friday, requires public school boards to adopt policies that generally prohibit students from using cellphones during school. Certain exemptions can be made, such as using school-issued devices,  an emergency, students’ healthcare needs, or an individualized…

Judges order the Trump administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the shutdown

BOSTON (AP) — Two federal judges ruled nearly simultaneously on Friday that President Donald Trump’s administration must continue to fund SNAP, the nation’s biggest food aid program, using contingency funds during the government shutdown. The judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island gave the administration leeway on whether to fund the program partially or in full for November. The rulings came…

Photos of Prince Andrew’s royal life before his fall from grace

From favorite son to tabloid fodder, Prince Andrew this week was stripped of his remaining titles and evicted from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. As of Friday, the former prince, now known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, was no longer listed on the roll of the peerage, where…

Second Harvest, Essentia, and St Louis County Highlight Food Resources Available Amid Snap Freeze

DULUTH, Minn. — A press conference took place highlighting food resources available in the community and across the northland today. Essentia Health, Second Harvest Northland and St. Louis County gathered to share information and resources in the wake of the Snap Benefit freeze. Second Harvest is using resources available to strengthen their support of area food shelves and their programming….

Monkey escape in Mississippi gives a glimpse into the secretive world of animal research

The recent escape of several research monkeys after the truck carrying them overturned on a Mississippi interstate is the latest glimpse into the secretive world of animal research. The escape is one of three in the U.S. over the past four years. Three monkeys remain missing since the truck crashed on Tuesday along Interstate 59 in Mississippi, spilling crates labeled “live monkeys.” Five of the 21 Rhesus macaques were killed during the search. Authorities haven’t disclosed the driver or company involved, or the monkeys’ destination. Tulane University confirmed the monkeys had been housed at its research center, but said it did not own them.

Militia attack on hospital in Darfur came in waves, WHO says

The World Health Organization reports that gunmen who reportedly killed at least 460 people at a hospital in Sudan’s Darfur region returned three times to the facility during their assault. The attack happened Tuesday, the same day the Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group, captured the provincial capital after a long siege. Witnesses describe waves of violence, including house-to-house assaults and summary executions. The Rapid Support Forces deny the hospital killings, claiming they are caring for patients. Since the capture of El-Fasher, humanitarian access has been blocked, and many residents have fled. The U.N. migration agency estimates over 62,000 people have fled the area amid high insecurity.

Indictment filed for drug case tied to immigration raid in Hibbing

DULUTH, Min. – Arcadio Carrera Flores made is first appearance in Minnesota state court on October 31, 2025. He is facing charges of Felony 3rd Degree Sale of Narcotics and Gross Misdemeanor Possession of a Firearm by an Illegal Alien. It appears thought statements and timing, the investigation into Flores is tied to immigration raids in Northern Minnesota on October…

Wisconsin judge puts on hold ruling that required citizenship check of voters

A Wisconsin judge has put on hold his order that requires elections officials to verify the citizenship of all 3.6 million registered voters in the battleground state before the next statewide election in February. It now appears unlikely that the case will be resolved before elections in February and April. It may remain in limbo beyond the 2026 midterm election. The state Justice Department, headed by Democratic Attorney General Josh Kaul, sought the stay while the case is being appealed. The attorney for two citizens who brought the lawsuit did not object while several other legal issues are pending.

Trump declines to clarify if the US will conduct tests of its nuclear weapons

President Donald Trump has declined to say whether he plans to resume underground nuclear detonation tests. He had seemed to suggest that was a possibility in a social media post this week. The post raised concerns the U.S. would begin testing nuclear weapons for the first time in three decades. The president told reporters, “You’ll find out very soon” when he was asked about it. Trump said, “We’re going to do some testing” and “Other countries do it. If they’re going to do it, we’re going to.” But he refused to offer more details. He spoke aboard Air Force One as he headed to Florida on Friday for the weekend.

Hermantown high schooler to play in Under-18 Women’s Hockey World Championship

HERMANTOWN, Minn. —  A Hermantown high schooler will make an appearance this January in the International Ice Hockey Federation Under-18 Women’s World Championship. Taylee Manion will play as a defenseman for the Under-18 Women’s National Team in their upcoming season. SEE PREVIOUS: Mirage Defender Taylee Manion Named to U.S Under-18 Roster SEE PREVIOUS: Mirage Forward Taylee Manion Invited to U.S….

Photos show Hurricane Melissa’s impact on the Caribbean

People across the northern Caribbean tried to salvage waterlogged belongings, assess damage to their homes and find food and water as they dug out from the destruction of Hurricane Melissa. Melissa slammed Jamaica on Tuesday as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, one of the most powerful Atlantic storms on record. It came ashore again in Cuba early Wednesday as a…