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Shutdown Stalemate: Senate Works Weekend as Government Enters Day 40

Lawmakers stayed in session as the government shutdown reached day 40, forcing FAA flight cuts, mass cancellations, and leaving SNAP millions in limbo while senators scramble for a compromise over the weekend

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69,000 - Reported Palestinian deaths in Gaza according to local health officials

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"Who in the hell does he think he is?" — Joe Biden

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Senate Works Weekend as Shutdown Enters Day 40

The government shutdown has entered its sixth week with senators working through the weekend while the FAA orders cuts that disrupt commercial travel. Airports and airlines are canceling and scaling back flights as lawmakers fail to reach a deal.

FAA Bars MD11 Flights After Fiery UPS Crash

After a deadly cargo jet crash regulators issued emergency directives targeting the MD 11 freighter fleet. The FAA has barred flights and ordered inspections while carriers scramble to comply.

UPS and FedEx Ground MD11 Fleets After Kentucky Crash

The Louisville UPS crash has left families searching for answers and prompted major carriers to ground fleets, disrupting air cargo networks. Investigations continue as recovery and community impacts mount.

Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Full SNAP Payments

The Supreme Court granted emergency relief allowing the administration to pause orders that would fully restore SNAP payments, leaving millions of Americans uncertain about food aid. States and charities scramble to fill the gap.

Russian Strikes Reduce Ukraine Generating Capacity to Zero

Russian missile and drone strikes have crippled Ukraine's energy network, forcing widespread blackouts and emergency power cuts. Officials say generation capacity has been driven to zero in some regions while civilians suffer.

Gaza Death Toll Tops 69,000 as Fighting Continues

The death toll in Gaza continues to climb amid resumed hostilities and exchanges of remains, deepening a humanitarian crisis. Families on both sides await answers as fighting and retrieval operations proceed.

Nearly One Million Evacuate Ahead of Super Typhoon Fung Wong

Super Typhoon Fung-wong intensified rapidly and authorities ordered one of the biggest evacuations in recent Philippine history. The storm threatens regions already reeling from previous deadly weather events.

Paramilitary Forces Storm El Fasher in Brutal Offensive

Fighting between Sudanese paramilitary forces and other groups has produced mass atrocities and triggered a new wave of displacement. Aid agencies warn of overcrowded camps and urgent humanitarian needs around el Fasher.

China Suspends Export Controls on Key Minerals

China has eased export controls on several strategic minerals used in semiconductors and defense technology, marking a notable trade policy shift. The move could ease supply bottlenecks for US tech firms.

Infant Botulism Cases Linked to Recalled Baby Formula

A multistate infant botulism cluster has been tied to recalled baby formula and prompted a national recall and federal probe. Health officials are tracking cases and warning caregivers of symptoms.

Shots Reported at Federal Agents During Chicago Immigration Operation

Federal agents came under fire during immigration enforcement operations in Chicago, with officials reporting shots fired and launching a manhunt for suspects. The incidents raise concerns about risks to officers and communities.

Street Racer Plows Into Bar Killing Four in Tampa

A high speed police chase and alleged street racing ended with a vehicle plowing into a crowded Tampa bar patio, killing multiple people and injuring dozens. Authorities have arrested a suspect and opened homicide investigations.

Inferno at Perfume Depot Kills at Least Six in Turkey

A massive fire at a perfume warehouse in northwest Turkey killed several people and triggered a large scale rescue effort. Officials have opened investigations into the blaze and safety protocols at the depot.

Tornado Tears Through Parana Killing at Least Six

A violent tornado ripped through towns in southern Brazil, killing residents and injuring hundreds as emergency teams search for survivors. The Storm overwhelmed local services and prompted an emergency declaration.

LifeFlight Helicopter Crashes During Rescue in Tennessee

A LifeFlight medical helicopter crashed while responding to a rescue in Tennessee, prompting a multiagency response and an ongoing investigation. Authorities have not yet released full casualty details.

Syria's Al Sharaa Arrives in Washington for Talks With Trump

Syria's top diplomat arrived in Washington for talks with the US after sanctions were eased, while Damascus carried out preemptive operations against Islamic State cells. The visit signals a complex US Syria engagement under the current administration.

CRISPR Therapy Cuts Dangerous Cholesterol by Half

Breakthroughs in gene editing and novel PCSK9 drugs produced sharp LDL reductions in early trials, raising the prospect of long term shifts in cardiovascular disease prevention. Regulators and investors are watching for larger trials.

Pfizer Wins 10 Billion Dollar Bidding War for Metsera

Pfizer prevailed in a high profile bidding war to acquire Metsera in a deal that sharpens competition in obesity therapeutics and reshapes the weight loss drug market. The acquisition underscores big pharma's bet on treatment demand.

Lavrov Says Work Under Way on Possible Russian Nuclear Test

Russia's military campaign continues to strike Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure while Kremlin officials hint at options that alarm western capitals. Kyiv counters with targeted operations that have damaged Russian air defenses.

Judge Blocks Trump From Deploying National Guard to Portland

Federal courts have restricted the administration's ability to deploy the National Guard to Portland, issuing injunctions that limit presidential troop movements and set legal precedents about executive authority.

Shutdown Stops Pay at Some Overseas US Bases

The shutdown is affecting US overseas operations as local base employees go unpaid, creating diplomatic friction and local hardship in Europe and other regions. Governments and unions are urging Washington to act.

Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Mayor Race With Populist Pitch

Zohran Mamdani's upset victory in New York has ignited debate over policing, housing policy and political direction, with officials warning of potential operational impacts on city services.

Trump Pushes to Name Commanders Stadium After Himself

President Trump continued to make high profile demands and policy proposals that dominate the shutdown debate, from requests to name a stadium after him to radical health funding ideas and questions about his public behavior.

Thousands of Flights Delayed as FAA Cuts Snarl Airports

FAA mandated fleet cuts and airport staffing shortfalls have left thousands of travelers stuck and raised warnings about worse disruptions ahead of the Thanksgiving travel period. Airlines and officials are preparing for continuing chaos if the shutdown persists.