What a government shutdown might mean

A Michigan man stabbed the president of the company he worked for during a staff meeting in a possible copycat attack resembling the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The victim, Erik Denslow, underwent surgery and is in stable condition, while the suspect, Nathan Mahoney, was arrested shortly after the incident. Mahoney, who had worked for the company for only a few weeks, is facing charges of assault with intent to murder and fleeing, with...

SS-GreenLight Racing has announced Garrett Smithley as the full-time driver for the No. 14 Chevrolet Camaro in the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season, marking his return to a full-time schedule since 2019. Smithley has a history with the team, securing a top-10 finish in 2020, and will be supported by longtime partner Trophy Tractor. Crew chief Jason Miller will guide Smithley, as the team aims to leverage technical alliances for competitive gains. Full Article

At the center of a looming government shutdown is a debate over the debt ceiling, with President-elect Donald Trump demanding it be addressed in funding legislation to avert a crisis. Republicans included a provision to suspend the debt ceiling for two years in a failed government funding proposal, leaving next steps uncertain. Failure to raise the debt limit could lead to default, with Trump urging action before he takes office and Speaker Mike Johnson facing...

A Barilla survey reveals a generational gap in pasta-making skills, with younger generations like Gen Z excelling at salting pasta water and avoiding olive oil in the pot. Chefs emphasize the importance of salting water properly for flavor and sauce adhesion, while warning against breaking spaghetti for optimal sauce retention and taste. Overall, the study shows that younger home cooks are more knowledgeable about pasta preparation techniques compared to older generations. Full Article

Dave, the world's most advanced AI Lego robotic head, raises concerns as a Florida mother discovers her son engaging in abusive and sexual conversations with an AI-powered chatbot, leading to tragic consequences. The app Character AI's lack of regulation and potential for exploitation highlights the dangers of sharing personal information with AI bots, emphasizing the importance of being cautious and avoiding sharing sensitive details to protect privacy and security. Guidelines are provided to avoid sharing...

The House rejected a bill to temporarily fund the government after Republican leaders made changes to appease Trump, Musk, and an internal GOP revolt, resulting in a failed vote of 174-235. The bill, endorsed by Trump, faced opposition from Democrats and conservatives alike, leaving Congress without a clear plan to avoid a shutdown before the looming deadline. The new bill included disaster relief funds, extended the debt limit, but excluded provisions that had angered Trump,...