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More Americans are losing access to SNAP benefits, the federal food assistance program better known as food stamps, as Congress weighs the program's future. Lawmakers are debating changes to eligibility and funding, raising concerns among recipients and advocates about how proposed cuts or new requirements could affect low-income households relying on the benefits.

Avengers: Endgame has taken in around $26 million at the box office over a weekend crowded with competing releases, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The Marvel blockbuster continues to draw audiences well into its theatrical run despite facing several new films vying for moviegoers' attention, underscoring its lasting commercial strength.

SNAP benefit checks will increase starting October 1, giving food assistance recipients a modest cost-of-living bump. However, new rules being phased in may ultimately reduce benefits for some households, meaning the raise could be offset by stricter eligibility and work requirements ahead. Recipients and advocates are watching how the changes will affect monthly payments.

Qualcomm has announced its next generation flagship mobile processors, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. The new chips are set to power upcoming premium smartphones, continuing Qualcomm's Elite line of top-tier mobile silicon. Details on performance gains and supported devices are expected as handset makers confirm adoption in the coming months.

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, its new flagship smartphone chip, alongside a higher-tier 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. The company describes both as flagship processors, with spec differences between them relatively minor and focused on improved AI processing, video capture and gaming performance. Coverage is focused on what the incremental upgrades mean for upcoming premium Android phones.

Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent is back at practice, giving him a chance to start in Week 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles. His return to the field comes after an absence, and the Bears now face a decision at quarterback depending on how he progresses through the week. Fans and analysts are watching whether he takes the starting snaps.

US stock futures for the Nasdaq and S&P 500 rose as investors awaited earnings from Advanced Micro Devices and reports tied to SpaceX, following a strong rally in Palantir shares. Traders are also watching a slate of stocks in focus, including Snap, Amazon, SanDisk, Lucid, SLS and AST SpaceMobile, as earnings season drives market direction.

Florida has introduced new restrictions on SNAP, the federal food assistance program, prompting concern from those who work closest to the issue. Food banks say they are preparing for greater demand as benefit rules tighten, while dietitians are questioning how the restrictions will affect the diets and health of low-income residents. The debate is unfolding as hunger-relief organizations brace for the practical consequences of the policy change.

Oklahoma State takes on West Virginia in a Big 12 college football matchup, with the Cowboys under pressure to end a conference losing streak. Coverage ahead of the game questions whether the team can turn its season around, with a 'confidence meter' gauging fan optimism about snapping the skid against the Mountaineers.

Deion Sanders says he has no idea what is going on with Travis Hunter's role on the Jacksonville Jaguars, admitting he is puzzled by how the two-way star is being used. Hunter, who won the Heisman Trophy under Sanders at Colorado and was drafted second overall by Jacksonville, has drawn attention for how the team has balanced his snaps on offense and defense this season.

Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon Sound Elite Gen 2, a new audio platform that brings on-device AI processing to wireless earbuds and other audio wearables. The move signals Qualcomm's push to add smarter, locally processed features to audio devices rather than relying on cloud connectivity. Details beyond the announcement are limited so far, with tech outlets picking up the news as part of the latest wave of AI-focused gadget launches.

Teens continue to favor Apple's iPhone and Instagram over Android devices and Snapchat, according to a report highlighted by Mashable. The finding underscores Apple's lasting grip on the youth market and Instagram's stronger standing among younger users, even as rivals try to win them over with competing phones and social apps.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill banning the practice of brokers booking up tee times at public golf courses and reselling them at a markup. The law targets third-party resellers who snap up prime morning slots at municipal courses, leaving regular golfers unable to book directly. The measure makes the resale of reserved tee times illegal in the state.