Ways to access food if your SNAP benefits are discontinued
(NEXSTAR) – If things don’t change soon, over 40 million Americans are set to lose their federal food assistance starting Saturday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has indicated that without a resolution to the government shutdown, funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be unavailable in November. This program helps feed about 1 […]
SNAP Funding Could Be Discontinued Soon: Actions Taken by States and How Christians Can React
Now seems like a crucial moment for addressing hunger and economic struggles at a national level. With the House of Representatives passing a Republican funding bill that has been stalled in the Senate 12 times, many states are worrying about how to support those who depend on SNAP if funding disappears. If the shutdown extends […]
Police inquiry into Graham Linehan’s social media posts discontinued
Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan announced on Monday that he is no longer under police investigation following his arrest in September, which had gained significant attention due to his social media posts. The author of ‘Father Ted’, 57, shared an update via X, stating, “Police have informed my solicitor that no further action will occur […]
1.7 million discontinued Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN after Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension
Over 1.7 million subscribers have reportedly canceled their memberships to Disney’s streaming services, including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN, during a six-day span. According to the Handbasket newsletter, these cancellations occurred between September 17 and 23. This marks a notable increase in cancellations—around 436%—compared to the usual subscriber churn, as mentioned in the report. Many users […]
Waze has updated its requirements to only support Android 10 and has discontinued support for earlier versions.
If you’re using an older Android device—like certain phones, tablets, or even car infotainment systems—you might soon find yourself missing out on the latest Waze features. The beta version 5.9.90 and beyond requires a minimum of Android 10, a step up from the previous requirement of Android 8. This means that while your device can […]
Social Security payments and federal benefits will switch to electronic delivery this month as paper checks are being discontinued.
Employees display blank U.S. Treasury checks prior to operating the printer at the U.S. Treasury printing facility in Philadelphia. The government intends to eliminate paper checks for most individuals receiving Social Security benefits and other federal payments this month. This shift is part of a Presidential Order signed by President Donald Trump in March, which […]
Presidential Fitness Test is back after being discontinued in 2012.
President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Thursday aimed at reinstating the presidential fitness test and reestablishing the Presidential Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition for American schoolchildren. The concept of the presidential fitness test traces back to the 1950s during the Eisenhower administration. Eisenhower initiated the Presidential Council on Youth Fitness in 1956, […]
Microsoft has discontinued engineering support for Pentagon cloud systems from China.
Microsoft announced it will suspend its China-based engineering team from working on Pentagon Cloud Systems and related projects due to rising national security concerns. This decision comes after a ProPublica report suggested that Microsoft engineers might have not adequately safeguarded these systems, which the Pentagon relies on. The issue has garnered attention from GOP lawmakers […]
Why the provision of free snacks at work may soon be discontinued
A popular workplace benefit, free snacks in the office, might soon become a thing of the past due to President Donald Trump’s recently enacted tax law, which removes long-standing deductions for meals provided by employers. Starting January 1st, U.S. companies will no longer be able to deduct expenses related to snacks, coffee, or lunches served […]
Toblerone to be discontinued in the UK due to ‘changing tastes’ | Food & drink industry
The Joy of Mars, Cadbury Death, and Rowntree Texans are just a few of the once-beloved chocolate bars that were once cancelled for many years, and now almost 60 years later, Dark Chocolate Tobrelon is adding them in the Confectionery Cemetery. Triangle almond and honey lace chocolate bars are a duty-free shopping staple at supermarkets […]