The Cloudflare logo appears on a smartphone screen and as the background on a laptop computer screen in this photo illustration in Athens, Greece, on October 31, 2025. (Photo by Nikolas Kokovlis/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
(NEW YORK) — Web infrastructure company Cloudflare said it is experiencing problems across its network on Tuesday, curtailing access to some popular websites.
“Cloudflare is aware of, and investigating an issue which potentially impacts multiple customers,” the company said online at around 7 a.m. ET.
Minutes later, the company said it had begun to resolve the issue. “We are seeing services recover, but customers may continue to observe higher-than-normal error rates as we continue remediation efforts,” Cloudflare said.
Some popular websites, like social media platform X and artificial-intelligence chatbot ChatGPT, appeared to be down or limited on Tuesday.
Cloudflare helps companies handle user traffic, including efforts to respond to cyberattacks and load information.
A landing page on X alerted ABC News to an “internal server error,” urging users to “visit cloudflare.com for more information.” A similar warning appeared on ChatGPT’s website, telling ABC News to “please unblock challenges.cloudflare.com to proceed.”
X did not immediately respond to ABC News’ request for comment. Neither did OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
(NEW YORK) –A Tennessee judge on Monday night blocked the deployment of National Guard into Memphis, concluding that Gov. Bill Lee exceeded his authority by sending troops into the city.
Davidson County Chancellor Patricia Head Moskal issued a temporary injunction to prohibit the deployment into Memphis, though she put the ruling on hold for five days to allow an appeal.
“The power committed to the Governor as commander-in-chief of the Army and Militia is not unfettered,” Moskal said.
Unlike other legal battles over the National Guard in states where governors have opposed the deployment, Gov. Bill Lee has supported using the troops to help local law enforcement.
President Donald Trump announced plans to send the soldiers into Memphis in September in response to what he claimed were the surging crime rates.
A group of elected officials sued over the deployment, arguing that the governor only has the power to deploy the guard in response to civil unrest, such as a rebellion or invasion.
In a statement, Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris called the decision “a positive step toward ensuring the rule of law applies to everyone, including everyday Tennesseans and even the Governor.”
While the ruling curtails the use of the National Guard, other parts of a federal task force established by Trump — including agents from the FBI, ATF and DEA — are allowed to continue operating in the city.
(WASHINGTON) — Just as SNAP benefits were reinstated for millions of Americans following the reopening of the federal government, many are now set to permanently lose them.
Nearly 42 million Americans, including low-income families and vulnerable households, rely on SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, to help pay for groceries or other household essentials.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has been directing states to implement new guidance as part of President Donald Trump’s megabill signed into law in July, which will include new work requirements, decreased eligibility for refugees and states shouldering some of the cost of the program.
Estimates from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) published in August suggest that, as a result of the changes, more than 3 million Americans could lose assistance within the next few years.
“I think millions of people are going to lose food. … There’s no question this is going to create more harm and suffering and hunger,” Joel Berg, CEO of the nonprofit hunger relief organization Hunger Free America, told ABC News.
New work requirements
Under the megabill, the upper age limit for those who need to meet work requirements was raised from age 54 to 64 for the first time for able-bodied adults without dependents
Additionally, exemptions were changed for parents or other family members with responsibility for a dependent under 18 years old to under 14 years old.
According to CBO estimates, about 1.1 million people will lose SNAP benefits between 2025 and 2034, including 800,000 able-bodied adults through age 64 who don’t live with dependents and 300,000 parents or caregivers up to age 64 with children aged 14 and older.
Exemptions were also removed for homeless individuals, veterans and young adults who were in foster care when they turned age 18. Meanwhile, exemptions were added for American Indians.
CBO estimates the removal of these exemptions will lead to a loss of benefits for 300,000 people among those groups.
Berg said these requirements will be harmful because people may have to leave work to visit a government office providing proof of work and potentially losing wages.
“It’s really work reporting requirements, and we know none of these requirements actually increase work,” Berg said. “It’s adding them for veterans, as if they haven’t given enough to the country. It’s adding work requirements for parents of teenagers. It’s adding work reporting requirements for homeless people. How homeless people are going to be able to get and keep jobs is really beyond me.”
Berg added that it’s important to dispel the myth that all Americans who are on SNAP don’t have jobs or participate in work programs.
Data from the 2023 American Community Survey shows the majority of American families receiving SNAP benefits had at least one family member working in the past 12 months.
However, work requirements can reduce program participation. A 2021 report from the National Bureau of Economic Research found SNAP work requirements could lead to up to 53% of eligible adults exiting the program within 18 months.
Asylum seeker restrictions
Under the megabill, refugees, asylum seekers and those granted legal protection for humanitarian reasons are no longer eligible for SNAP benefits, removing decades of federal precedent.
This includes trafficking victims who were previously certified by the Department of Health and Human Services and Iraqi or Afghan special immigrant visa holders who worked with U.S. forces or agencies.
Under CBO estimates, about 90,000 people in these categories will become ineligible for SNAP benefits.
The only non-citizens who can still receive benefits include lawful permanent residents, although they must wait five years after receiving their green card, with certain exceptions.
Additionally, Cuban or Haitian entrants under humanitarian parole, as well as people in the U.S. under the Compact of Free Association — a series of international agreements between the U.S. and three Pacific Island nations — are also eligible.
“This policy is both mean-spirited and counterproductive,” Naomi Steinberg, HIAS Vice President of U.S. Policy and Advocacy, said in a statement. “Resettled refugees and asylees have been granted legal protection to permanently live and work in the United States. Denying families who are just getting their feet on the ground in their new American communities is unspeakably misguided, especially when denying basic nutritional assistance undermines their ability to achieve self-sufficiency and stability as quickly as possible.”
States sharing costs
States will have to share in the cost of SNAP benefits under the megabill, a change from the federal government shouldering the cost of the program.
Under the megabill, states with SNAP payment error rates above 6% have to pay a share of 5% — starting in 2028 — up to a maximum of 15 % of SNAP benefit costs.
CBO estimates some states will keep their current benefits and eligibility, while others will modify and some will leave the program altogether. This will reduce or eliminate SNAP benefits for about 300,000 people between 2028 and 2034.
A Commonwealth Fund analysis found that about $128 billion in federal costs will shift to the states, and many will not have the funds to meet the required matches. This could force states to opt out of SNAP for their residents.
“They’re increasing administrative costs on states, which many states are going to use to reduce access,” Berg said. “That’s going to cause states to either raise taxes, cut something else, or cut food.”
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(RALEIGH, N.C.) — The mayor of Raleigh, North Carolina, said that federal agents would be continuing their operations in the area Tuesday after Federal agents fanned out across nearby Charlotte over the weekend, detaining more than 130 people within about 48 hours.
Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell released a statement on Monday night on the expected Border Patrol enforcement in the city, saying that the federal action was not requested.
“As the capital city, it is important to us that everyone who lives, works, plays, and learns in Raleigh feels safe,” Cowell said. “We have been made aware that Customs and Border Protection are coming to Raleigh. While [the Raleigh Police Department] is not involved in immigration enforcement, we are committed to protecting our residents and to following the law.”
Cowell also confirmed that the police department has not participated in any of the immigration planning activities.
“Above all, Raleigh is a safe city, with crime down year-over-year,” Cowell continued. “Public safety is a priority for me and this City Council.”
Cowell said the Raleigh police will be doing their regular jobs out in the community and are not coordinating with Border Control agents.
Of the more than 130 people taken into custody in Charlotte over the weekend, 81 people were arrested in the first five hours of operation “Charlotte’s Web” on Saturday, according to government officials.
Charlotte is the latest city targeted by the Trump administration to enforce immigration laws, in a nationwide effort that has included Los Angeles and Chicago, which are so-called “sanctuary” cities and states that limit actions their local authorities take to aid the work of immigration agents. The Department of Homeland Security in announcing its action in North Carolina said the state also has “sanctuary” politicians.
“We are surging DHS law enforcement to Charlotte to ensure Americans are safe and public safety threats are removed,” DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement. “There have been too many victims of criminal illegal aliens. President [Donald] Trump and Secretary [Kristi] Noem will step up to protect Americans when sanctuary politicians won’t.”
Federal agents are expected to stay in Charlotte until Friday, according to preliminary information from federal authorities. By the end of the week, about 200 agents are expected to be re-deployed to New Orleans to begin “Operation Catahoula Crunch” in the Big Easy, according to multiple law enforcement sources.
“This is a key moment to reaffirm our commitment to serving all members of our community,” Cowell said. “If you need help from the police, you call 911, and help will come. I ask Raleigh to remember our values and maintain peace and respect through any upcoming challenges.”
On Wednesday night, Lainey Wilson steps into the spotlight to host the CMA Awards solo for the very first time, after sharing the honor with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning in 2024.
“It’s crazy to think that I even got the opportunity to host the first time,” she reflects. “But I’m getting to do it this year again, and it feels good to have a little bit of experience under your belt.”
“Truth is, I don’t think you could ever be fully prepared for something like this,” she admits, “but I like doing things that are a little scary, so throw me in coach!”
Ultimately, Lainey feels like Luke and Peyton got her ready to lead Country Music’s Biggest Night by herself.
“I learned to get up there and relax and don’t take yourself too serious and just keep the main thing about the main thing,” she says. “We’re there to celebrate country music. It is really the biggest night in country music, so that’s what it’s gonna be.”
Lainey’s also tied with Ella Langley and Megan Moroney for the most nominations going into the night, with six apiece.
Tune in to witness all the winners and the performances live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena starting at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday on ABC. You’ll also be able to stream the 59th annual CMA Awards Thursday on Hulu.
Poster for Erykah Badu’s Veeps livestream of Mama’s Gun ’25 tour (Courtesy of Veeps)
Erykah Badu wants fans to join her in celebrating 25 years of her album Mama’s Gun. She’s teaming with VEEPS to livestream one of the performances from her Mama’s Gun ’25 – Return of The Automatic Slimtour.
Erykah Badu: Mama’s Gun | Live from King’s Theater will capture her second show in Brooklyn, featuring a performance of the album in full, storytelling and “signature Badu arrangements,” a press release states.
“Celebrate 25 years of Mama’s Gun with @ErykahBadu. Raw emotion. Deep grooves. Pure Baduizm,” Veeps writes on Instagram.
Tickets are now available at online, with the stream set to take place Dec. 6 at 9 p.m. ET. It will also be available for ticket holders to watch following the live broadcast.
Mama’s Gun ’25 – Return of The Automatic Slim tour kicked off in early October and is set to wrap Dec. 10 in Dallas. The next stop is Tuesday in Boston.
It’s not even Thanksgiving yet, but some people have been bumping Christmas music since Halloween. Pentatonix have been out on their Christmas In the City tour since Nov. 8 so, as the Christmas experts, what do they think is the best time to start listening to holiday tunes?
“You can start in the ‘ber,’ months,” the groups Kirsten Maldonado tells ABC Audio. That’s September, October, November and December.
“A long time ago, I would have said, don’t do it before Halloween, because Halloween was like my favorite holiday,” she says. “But now Christmas is so year ’round that … the ‘ber’ months feel appropriate.”
The Christmas In the City tour features nearly 30 songs, including much of their new Christmas In the City album. “It’s the longest show we’ve done. And it’s hard because we’re singing the entire time!” says Kirstin.
It was also hard figuring out the perfect mix of old songs and new material.
“I think we balanced it by bringing back some of our super classics — like, we brought back ‘Little Drummer Boy,’ we, of course, are keeping ‘Mary Did You Know?’ ‘Hallelujah’ … So we try to pull from, like, ‘old old’ so people would be happy, and then grab all the ‘new new.'”
The group’s also grateful that all their members are at full strength. If he hadn’t gotten eliminated in October, Scott Hoying would have simultaneously been doing the tour and competing on Dancing with the Stars, which Kirstin says “would’ve been a lot.”
“We were very excited for him and wanted him to be able to continue,” Kirsten says, noting that they changed their schedule to accommodate him. “But he would have very stressed, because I don’t know how he was even doing it with rehearsals …. he would’ve had to be drinking a lot of energy drinks and coffee!”
Zoltan Bathory and Ivan Moody from Five Finger Death Punch perform on stage at Oslo Spektrum in Oslo, Norway on January 23, 2020 in Oslo, Norway. (Per Ole Hagen/Redferns)
Five Finger Death Punch‘s collaborative single with BABYMETAL, “The End,” has hit #1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. The Las Vegas metallers now have a total of 17 leaders on Mainstream Rock Airplay, including a streak of 13 in a row, while BABYMETAL becomes the first Japanese act to reach the top spot on the ranking.
Guitarist Zoltan Bathory tells ABC Audio how “The End” reflects the “visual” way in which he writes music.
“It’s almost like I’m always writing some kind of a soundtrack to a little movie that’s playing in my head,” Bathory says.
In writing “The End,” the image that came to Bathory’s mind was of a samurai battle.
“When we were talking about a possible feature, that, to me, was immediate, like, ‘Oh, man, if this would be BABYMETAL,’ because they could do it in Japanese,” Bathory says.
BABYMETAL vocalist SU-METAL sings on “The End,” and Bathory noticed how she adapted her voice specifically for the track.
“She didn’t sing in her style, she found a way to use her voice and sing something that would be fitting for this song,” Bathory says. “I see that in the comments … her fans are saying, like, ‘Wow, we’ve never heard her singing this way.'”
Not only was Bathory impressed with SU-METAL’s vocals, he and his bandmates had absolutely zero notes on BABYMETAL’s contribution, which he says is very rare in the world of collaborations.
“That’s unreal,” Bathory says. “We just got the tracks and we were like, ‘Yeah, perfect.’ There was nothing to say.”
“The End” is featured on FFDP’s new Best Of – Volume 2 compilation, which features rerecorded versions of some of the band’s biggest hits.
