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People across the country formed long lines for free meals and groceries at food pantries and drive-through giveaways Saturday, after monthly benefits through the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, were suddenly cut off because of the ongoing government shutdown.

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Apple boss Tim Cook said the company's latest iPhones have seen "a tremendous response" worldwide as the tech giant announced its latest financial results. The release of the thinnest iPhone, the Air, in September, along with upgraded iPhone 17 models, has provided a strong boost for the firm. Apple forecasts a blockbuster Christmas and New Year's period, projecting overall revenue to be up to 12% higher than the same period last year.

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Concerns are mounting over US military strikes on vessels alleged to be carrying drugs, with the UN's human rights chief condemning the operations as violations of international law. Volker Türk stated Friday that more than 60 people have reportedly been killed in the strikes since early September, deeming them "unacceptable" and calling for an immediate halt to the attacks and thorough investigations.

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President Donald Trump has announced that the United States and South Korea have “pretty much finalized” a major trade agreement, marking a key milestone in his ongoing Asia tour even as the U.S. grapples with the growing fallout of a government shutdown now stretching into its 29^th day.