Thursday, November 12, 2026

Summary

U.S. farmers have had a strong harvest this fall, which can help ease inflation. But rising costs and falling profits are leaving America’s farmers more dependent on government aid, raising questions about the future. Also: today’s stories, including why red-state Democrats may face criticism from within their party; how displaced Nepali families are deciding to rebuild or relocate after the summer’s floods; and a look at a conservationist building bridges between bats and people in Austin, Texas. Join the Monitor's Chris Sherman for today's news.

Description from The Christian Science Monitor.