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Government shutdown latest: updates on air travel, social security, SNAP payments
How the federal shutdown is affecting paychecks, travel, and benefits across the U.S.
Back on top: Elon Musk once again world’s richest person and first half-trillionaire
How Elon Musk reclaimed the top spot with a half-trillion dollar fortune
When was the last time the government shut down and what happened?
The last shutdown in 2018 lasted 35 days and cost billions — here’s what happened then, and what it means now.
Good news for drug prices: Pfizer announces deal with Trump
Pfizer’s new deal with Trump could finally bring U.S. drug prices closer to what patients pay in other countries.
US government shuts down – will Social Security still be paid?
What retirees, people with disabilities, and families need to know about their benefits during a government shutdown.
US government shuts down as Republicans and Democrats fail to agree on funding
A funding fight leads to gridlockThe United States government has officially shut down after Republicans and Democrats failed to reach an agreement on funding....
Why do government shutdowns only seem to happen in the US and not other countries
A look at why America faces repeated shutdowns while other nations keep services running even during political crises.
Government shutdown just a day away: will Congress avoid the crisis?
As the midnight deadline looms, Republicans and Democrats remain deadlocked over Obamacare subsidies, raising the risk of a federal shutdown.”
How could a government shutdown on September 30 affect the Postal Service, airports, and national parks?
Mail keeps moving, planes keep flying, but parks and services may face big disruptions if lawmakers miss the deadline.
100,000 federal workers to leave this week: what we know
Why over 100,000 public servants are walking away, and what it means for the future of the U.S. government
What is Tylenol, the drug singled out by Trump as a possible cause of autism in children born to mothers who took it during...
Understanding what Tylenol is, why it was mentioned, and what health experts are saying about its safety during pregnancy.
Trump signs executive order on TikTok ban in the US – Here’s everything you need to know and how it affects you if you’re...
Trump’s order forces TikTok’s U.S. operations away from Chinese ownership—here’s what it means for your data, your feed, and the future of the app.
Why United briefly grounded flights overnight
A brief tech glitch forced United Airlines to pause flights overnight—here’s what happened and why safety comes before speed.
Shutdown risk escalates as Trump slams Democrats
Trump sets the stage for a government showdown as Democrats dig in on healthcare demands
Powell: “It’s a challenging situation” with job market and inflation pressuring Fed
Powell warns of tough choices as Fed navigates inflation and weakening job market
Government shutdown still a real possibility as Congress fails to reach deal
With the Oct. 1 deadline looming, lawmakers are pointing fingers instead of finding common ground — leaving a shutdown squarely on the horizon.
What are the new H-1B rules that President Donald Trump has announced
President Donald Trump has now unwrapped new regulations on the H-1B program, which adds a $100,000 fee to all new applications as well as putting in a wage-based criterion for the selection of applicants requiring higher-skilled workers.
Was there any damage from the earthquake in San Francisco this morning?
A Berkeley-centered earthquake of moderate magnitude 4.3 rocked the Bay Area at 2:56 a.m. on Monday and left little in its wake.
Confusion over H-1B visa: White House forced to clarify rules over new $100,000 fee
Trump’s $100,000 visa fee sparks panic among skilled workers as White House scrambles to clarify who must pay.
Is Trump allowed to push Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute his opponents?
Trump’s call for prosecutions of political rivals sparks backlash and raises questions about the Justice Department’s independence.
Peter Navarro slams Fed despite interest rate cut
Trump adviser says Jerome Powell’s cautious rate cut isn’t enough to fix housing or keep the American Dream alive.
Government shutdown fight goes to the Senate as Houses passes funding bill
With the Senate blocking a House-passed bill, lawmakers leave Washington without a plan to prevent a shutdown by Oct. 1.
Dems say healthcare arguments mean they would escape blame for government shutdown
Democrats see health care as the reason they’ll avoid blame for government shutdown
Why did President Trump slam Newsom’s low-income housing plan for Los Angeles?
Trump blasts Newsom’s $101M affordable housing plan in fire-hit Los Angeles, sparking fresh political tensions ahead of 2028.
What is the Fed’s “third mandate” and what could it mean for the Fed’s decisions
Trump Fed nominee Stephen Miran highlights a rarely cited third mandate, raising questions about whether the central bank will take a more direct role in shaping long-term interest rates.