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Government Shutdown Enters Second Week... No End in Sight

The U.S. government shutdown stretches into its second week with no resolution, as lawmakers remain deadlocked on key issues including healthcare subsidies, worsening political tensions and fears of economic impact grow across the nation.

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"Nothing to negotiate" — House Speaker Mike Johnson on government shutdown

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Government Shutdown Enters Second Week... No End in Sight

The U.S. government shutdown continues into its second week with heightened political tensions. Legal battles emerge over troop deployments, and key lawmakers exchange blame amid stalled negotiations.

Supreme Court Rejects Ghislaine Maxwell Appeal

The U.S. Supreme Court begins a historic new term despite ongoing government disruptions. The court denies appeals including high-profile cases surrounding Ghislaine Maxwell and expands President Trump's powers.

Israel and Hamas Begin Indirect Gaza Ceasefire Talks

Israel and Hamas start indirect talks in Egypt aimed at ending the Gaza war and securing hostage releases, following President Trump's 20-point peace plan proposal, raising cautious hopes for peace.

Chicago Mayor Creates 'ICE-Free Zones' Amid Federal Sweep

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson creates 'ICE-free zones' blocking federal immigration agents from using city property, escalating tensions amid federal crackdowns and increasing violence against immigration officials.

Mark Sanchez Faces Felony Charge After Indianapolis Stabbing

Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez faces felony charges after a violent stabbing incident in Indianapolis, highlighting a dramatic legal escalation in his case following an earlier misdemeanor charge.

AMD Secures Multi-Billion AI Chip Deal with OpenAI

AMD lands a multi-billion dollar deal supplying AI chips to OpenAI, marking a major partnership in the AI industry and challenging Nvidia’s market dominance in AI hardware.

Virginia AG Candidate Faces Calls to Quit Over Violent Texts

Virginia Democratic Attorney General nominee Jay Jones faces mounting backlash and calls to withdraw after violent and threatening text messages are leaked, raising serious concerns amid an already contentious race.

Tesla Sued After Cybertruck Turns ‘Death Oven’

Tesla faces lawsuits over deadly Cybertruck fire incidents amid concerns about vehicle safety and technical failures impacting its electric vehicles.

CDC Calls to Separate Measles Combination Shots

Concerns rise as the CDC revises its vaccine guidance, calling for separation of measles, mumps, and rubella shots, signaling a shift in public health recommendations amid ongoing scrutiny of vaccine strategies.

French PM Resigns After Just 27 Days in Power

French political turmoil deepens as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns after less than a month, sparking concerns about government stability and economic crisis amid increased debt fears.

US Sanctions Firms Linked to Sinaloa Fentanyl Network

US Treasury sanctions Mexican companies tied to the Sinaloa cartel's fentanyl operations as part of a crackdown on drug trafficking networks fueling the opioid crisis.

Rare EF5 Tornado Confirmed in North Dakota

Natural disaster impact updates: the first EF5 tornado in the US in 12 years confirmed in North Dakota; major blizzard traps hundreds on Mount Everest; flooding and flash floods threaten several states.

Judge Blocks Trump’s Guard Deployment to Portland

Political and legal clashes intensify over President Trump's use of the National Guard in Democrat-led cities, sparking lawsuits and court rulings blocking deployments amid accusations of executive overreach.

Bari Weiss Named CBS News Editor-in-Chief

CBS News names Bari Weiss editor-in-chief following Paramount's acquisition of her conservative site, signaling a major shift in the network’s leadership and editorial direction.

Texas National Guard Sent to Chicago Amid Violence

Increased tensions in U.S. cities as National Guard troops from Texas are deployed to Illinois amid surging violence and anti-ICE protests; Mayor Johnson denounces deployment as a ‘civil war rematch’.

SCOTUS Shuts Door on Ghislaine Maxwell Appeal

Major court rulings impact high-profile legal battles: Supreme Court refuses to hear Ghislaine Maxwell’s appeal; key judiciary decisions anticipated in cases reshaping presidential powers.

FBI’s Major Violent Crime Crackdown Nets 8,600 Arrests

Major political and criminal investigations roll on with new developments: FBI arrests over violent crimes, ongoing probes into DOJ and immigration policies, and political scandals rocking Virginia and Illinois.

Ukraine Strikes Russian Ammo Plant, Oil Terminal

Ukraine asserts major drone strikes on Russian military infrastructure, including ammo plants and oil terminals, intensifying the ongoing conflict and aiming to cripple Moscow’s war efforts.

Verizon Names Dan Schulman New CEO

Market moves feature AMD’s deal with OpenAI sparking stock surges; Verizon appoints Dan Schulman as CEO; and gold prices hit new highs amid economic uncertainty linked to the prolonged shutdown.

White House Blasts CNN, Defends Portland Troop Deployment

Leaders face backlash amid ongoing controversies: White House criticizes media coverage in Portland; Stephen Miller lashes out at judiciary and Democrats; and Illinois Governor blames Trump for troop deployments.

EPA Sued Over $7B Biden Solar Program Cancellation

Renewed attention on public health and environmental issues as CDC adjusts vaccine protocols; EPA faces lawsuits over canceled solar grants; and climate activists deported amidst broader geopolitical tensions.