Every air traffic controller in the US received a zero-dollar paystub this week , marking their first missed paycheck of the nearly monthlong government shutdown. It highlights the mounting strain on essential federal employees required to report to work without compensation.

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1️⃣ Hurricane Melissa

Melissa made landfall in Cuba earlier today as an “extremely dangerous” Category 3 hurricane , according to the National Hurricane Center. More than 700,000 people have been evacuated as officials warn of life-threatening flash floods and landslides. This comes after Melissa struck Jamaica on Tuesday, causing extensive damage and prompting the prime minister to declare the country a disaster area. The storm is res

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