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Shutdown Crisis: Government Crosses One Week as Talks Stall

The federal government has been shut down for over a week as congressional talks stall and partisan brinkmanship intensifies, causing flight delays, furloughs, and emergency funding moves while negotiators hunt for a compromise

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4,000 USD per ounce - Gold hits record high amid investor flight to safe havens

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"I have killed two Jews in name of ISIS" — Jihad al-Shamie

SPX 6,727 ↑ 0.18% Dow 46,616 ↑ 0.03% Nasdaq 22,884 ↑ 0.42% Gold 4,051 ↑ 1.17% BTC 121,904 ↑ 0.41%

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Congress deadlocked as government shutdown crosses one week

The federal funding impasse has stretched into a second week as both parties trade blame and Congress struggles to find a path to reopen the government. The stalemate is producing repeated votes and only incremental negotiations so far.

White House says furloughed federal workers not guaranteed back pay

The White House has signalled it may refuse automatic back pay for furloughed federal employees, prompting legal questions and rising alarm among workers. Multiple internal memos and executive statements are testing established precedents.

Flight delays spread across major US airports

Air travel is being disrupted nationwide as staffing shortages tied to the shutdown and longer term controller gaps force delays and operational strain at major airports. Passengers face cascading cancellations and longer waits.

Hundreds of National Guard troops arrive near Chicago

The Trump administration has mobilized National Guard units toward Chicago as part of a high-profile law-and-order push. Troops from Texas and other states have arrived at staging centers, raising legal and political tensions.

Trump threatens Insurrection Act as he eyes city crackdowns

The administration's plan to use the Insurrection Act and federal troops in US cities has triggered lawsuits and constitutional fights. Legal teams and state officials are preparing court challenges over federal authority and civil liberties.

Former FBI director James Comey due in court for arraignment

Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted and faced arraignment amid a politically charged push from the White House. Prosecutors reportedly found a key witness would undermine their case, complicating the proceedings.

Gaza ceasefire talks enter third day as US envoys head to Egypt

Indirect ceasefire negotiations in Egypt have entered a critical phase as US envoys and Trump confidants arrive to push a hostage-for-prisoner framework. Diplomats describe tense sessions as both sides exchange proposals.

Hamas hands over list of Israelis and Palestinians for swap

Hamas and Israeli negotiators have exchanged lists of hostages and prisoners as a possible swap edges closer, but demands over high-profile figures complicate the talks. Each submission brings progress but also new red lines.

Israel intercepts another Gaza bound flotilla

Several attempts to breach the Gaza naval blockade have been intercepted by Israeli forces, resulting in detentions and diplomatic friction. Activist flotillas and aid convoys are testing the maritime perimeter amid the ceasefire push.

Gold tops 4,000 an ounce as investors flee risk

Gold has surged to record levels as investors seek safe havens amid geopolitical and domestic turmoil. The rally has lifted futures and prompted fresh debate on inflation, market confidence, and alternative stores of value.

xAI nears 20 billion dollar financing tied to Nvidia GPUs

xAI and other AI firms are raising vast sums to buy GPU capacity and build massive models, with Nvidia reported as a major partner. A spate of circular financing and chip leasing deals has stoked investor anxiety about a tech bubble.

OpenAI stung by Sora copyright controversy

OpenAI's new Sora product has sparked copyright pushback and internal consternation as rights holders raise claims about generated content. The dispute highlights growing legal friction around generative video tools.

Trio wins Nobel Prize in Chemistry for metal organic frameworks

The 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to scientists who developed metal organic frameworks, revolutionary porous materials with applications from carbon capture to drug delivery. The recognition underscores scientific advances with broad industrial impact.

Myanmar junta employs paragliders in deadly strike on protesters

Myanmar's military has escalated attacks using motorised paragliders and bombs, hitting protests and festivals and killing dozens. The strikes mark a grim intensification of the junta's campaign against dissent and fuel international condemnation.

Russia vows to destroy Tomahawks if US gives them to Ukraine

Moscow has issued sharp warnings about US weapon transfers to Ukraine and signalled possible nuclear reprisals, while moving away from arms-control pacts. The rhetoric elevates tensions and raises new risks in the conflict.

Ukraine strike kills and injures near Russia's Belgorod border

The war in Ukraine continues to spill across borders as Ukrainian strikes hit Russian border regions and Russia responds with strikes that damage Ukrainian infrastructure. Incidents include civilian deaths and energy-sector damage as winter nears.

Chinese warships sail near US ally in North Pacific

China and Russia are deepening strategic ties while Beijing expands naval activities near US allies, raising regional security alarms. The moves set the stage for tougher diplomatic confrontations at forums like APEC.

Noem misstates video evidence during ICE hearing

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's visits and public claims about ICE operations have sparked controversy and pushback, including disputes over evidence and mocking responses. Portland remains a flashpoint for federal-local tensions.

Hundreds of thousands voted before Jay Jones' violent texts emerged

A scandal over a Virginia attorney general candidate's violent text messages has upended the race and forced fundraisers to be canceled. The controversy has national political implications as party leaders react and voters process the revelations.

Man arrested outside DC church found with 200 explosive devices

Authorities disrupted a potential mass-casualty attack when a man was arrested outside Washington sites with hundreds of explosive devices and a manifesto. The arrest highlights domestic extremist threats and ongoing investigations into motives and networks.

About 900 hikers rescued after Everest blizzard strands expedition

A severe blizzard trapped hundreds on Mount Everest prompting large scale rescues and at least one recovery. The incident has prompted international rescue operations and renewed scrutiny of expedition safety protocols.

Hurricane Priscilla nears major hurricane strength off Mexico

Hurricane Priscilla strengthened rapidly in the Pacific while Tropical Storm Jerry formed in the Atlantic, posing risks from heavy rain to coastal impacts for Mexico, the Caribbean and potentially parts of the US. Forecasters track evolving paths.

Nvidia CEO says AI computing demand has surged substantially

Nvidia is reporting surging demand for AI computing as partnerships and deals reshape the semiconductor and cloud markets. Investors and customers are watching how chip supply and partnerships affect the industry’s next wave of deployments.

Supreme Court seems skeptical of conversion therapy ban for minors

The Supreme Court heard heated arguments over state bans on so called conversion therapy for minors, with several justices expressing skepticism about the laws. The case could set a major First Amendment precedent.