House passes bill to end record 43 day government shutdown as Trump prepares to sign funding deal

Lawmakers in the U.S. House vote to pass a bill ending the record 43-day government shutdown, restoring federal operations and worker pay.

WASHINGTON — The US House of Representatives voted Wednesday night to reopen the federal government after a record 43 day shutdown, bringing relief to hundreds of thousands of furloughed federal workers and signaling an end to weeks of political gridlock. The bill, which cleared the House 222 to 209, now heads to President Donald Trump’s … Read more

US government shutdown flight cancellations top 1,000 as FAA traffic cuts widen nationwide

Passengers wait at airport check-in counters as flight cancellations increase due to the US government shutdown.

By Adnan Rj November 8, 2025 WASHINGTON — For the second consecutive day, US airlines canceled more than 1,000 flights on Saturday as the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) order to reduce air traffic took hold amid the ongoing government shutdown. The disruptions, which began Friday, mark the most significant impact yet on the aviation system … Read more

Flight cuts begin across US as shutdown strains air travel

Air traffic controller shortage causing flight delays at a busy US airport

A wave of flight cancellations swept across the United States on Friday as the federal government shutdown began to ripple through the nation’s air travel network.  The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directed airlines to scale back flights at major airports, citing the impact of staffing shortages among air traffic controllers now working without pay. While … Read more

Pluribus Review: Rhea Seehorn Anchors Vince Gilligan’s Genre Bending Drama on Apple TV

Rhea Seehorn as Carol Sturka in Vince Gilligan’s Apple TV drama Pluribus, standing pensively in a softly lit room, reflecting the show’s themes of isolation and identity.

LOS ANGELES — Apple TV’s latest original series Pluribus marks a striking return for Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul creator Vince Gilligan, pairing him once again with acclaimed actress Rhea Seehorn in a project that defies conventional television genres.  The nine episode series, which premiered Friday, offers a mix of science fiction, dark comedy, … Read more

Take Two stock drops 7% after Grand Theft Auto VI delay to November 2026

Computer screen showing Take-Two Interactive stock drop after Grand Theft Auto VI delay announcement.

Take Two Interactive Software’s stock tumbled 7% in after hours trading Thursday after its subsidiary Rockstar Games announced another delay in the release of Grand Theft Auto VI, pushing the long awaited launch to Nov. 19, 2026.  The setback marks the latest in a series of postponements for what is widely considered one of the … Read more

Trump weight loss drug price cuts: Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk agree to lower obesity drug costs, expand Medicare coverage

President Donald Trump announces landmark Trump weight loss drug price cuts with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs affordable for Medicare and Medicaid patients starting in 2026.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Thursday announced new agreements with pharmaceutical giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to slash the prices of their blockbuster weight loss medications, in what the administration called a landmark step to make obesity treatments affordable. The Trump weight loss drug price cuts will lower costs for Medicare and Medicaid … Read more

Tesla board pay Musk package sparks debate over leadership and governance

Elon Musk stands in front of Tesla logo as Tesla board urges shareholders to approve massive pay package

SAN FRANCISCO — Tesla’s board of directors is asking shareholders to approve one of the largest executive compensation packages in corporate history, a vote that could reshape the company’s future and reaffirm Elon Musk’s dominant role in it. Investors are set to decide Thursday whether to reinstate a performance based pay deal worth up to … Read more

Ghazala Hashmi Virginia: First Muslim Woman Elected Statewide in US History

Ghazala Hashmi Virginia delivers victory speech after being elected the first Muslim woman to statewide office in U.S. history.

RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has been elected lieutenant governor, becoming the first Muslim American woman to win statewide office in the United States.  Her victory marks a historic milestone in both Virginia’s political landscape and the nation’s evolving record of representation in public office. NBC News and the Associated Press projected … Read more

Mikie Sherrill New Jersey governor victory marks major Democratic gain in 2025

Democrat Mikie Sherrill celebrates after being elected New Jersey governor, defeating Republican Jack Ciattarelli in a closely watched 2025 race.

TRENTON, N.J. — Democrat Mikie Sherrill, a four term member of Congress and former Navy helicopter pilot, has been elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Republican Jack Ciattarelli in a closely watched race that tested both parties’ strength ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Sherrill’s victory marks a significant win for Democrats eager to retain … Read more

Spanberger Virginia win marks historic first as Democrat becomes state’s first female governor

Abigail Spanberger celebrates victory in Virginia governor race after defeating Republican Winsome Earle-Sears, becoming the state’s first female governor.

RICHMOND, Va. — Democrat Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s race Tuesday, becoming the first woman to lead the commonwealth and marking a major victory for Democrats in a state that has steadily shifted blue. The Associated Press projected Spanberger’s victory over Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle Sears after partial results showed her leading 55% … Read more