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US Shutdown Hits Day 40, Cripples Services

The United States government is currently enduring its longest shutdown in history, now on its 40th day, causing widespread disruption to federal services, impacting millions of Americans, and costing the economy billions weekly. This unprecedented fiscal stalemate stems from deep political divisions over Affordable Care Act subsidies, with senators desperately working to forge a resolution amidst presidential resistance and significant hardship for federal employees.

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US 2025 Election Results Declared: Shifts

The United States has officially declared the results of its 2025 Presidential Election, marking a pivotal moment for both domestic and international affairs. This outcome is expected to redefine America's role on the global stage and significantly influence a wide array of domestic policy areas, from economic regulations to social programs.

India Parliament Winter Session Set

India's Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that the Winter session of Parliament is scheduled to convene from December 1 to December 19, 2025, a crucial period approved by President Droupadi Murmu to bolster democratic principles and address national aspirations. This 19-day session, despite opposition criticism regarding its brevity and delay, is set to tackle essential legislative business, including significant constitutional amendments, amidst expectations of a charged political atmosphere.

Turkey Warrants Netanyahu, Israeli Officials

An Istanbul court has issued international arrest warrants for 37 Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on charges of crimes against humanity and genocide in Gaza. This significant legal action, citing incidents like hospital bombings and civilian deaths, marks a major escalation in Turkey's diplomatic efforts, though Israel has vehemently dismissed the warrants as a "PR stunt.

Sudan RSF Agrees to US-Backed Ceasefire

In a significant development, Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced their agreement to a US-backed humanitarian ceasefire proposal on November 6, 2025, aiming to pause the devastating two-and-a-half-year conflict with the Sudanese military. This glimmer of hope is tempered by the Sudanese military's conditional acceptance, demanding RSF withdrawal from civilian areas and heavy weapons surrender, all while a dire humanitarian crisis deepens, particularly in El Fasher.

US Government Shutdown Hits Record 38 Days

The United States federal government shutdown has entered its 38th day, marking it as the longest in the nation's history, driven by profound distrust between Democratic lawmakers and the Trump administration over the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies. This unprecedented impasse has led to significant economic damage, a federal judge blocking politically motivated firings of federal employees, and widespread hardship for millions of federal workers who are either furloughed or working without pay.

Bihar Polls: Modi Predicts NDA Majority

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed strong confidence in a "historic NDA majority" as the first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections commenced on Thursday, November 6, 2025, across 121 constituencies. This crucial electoral exercise witnessed a record-breaking 64.66% voter turnout, the highest ever in Bihar's Assembly election history, underscoring the high stakes for the ruling coalition and serving as a significant test of PM Modi's popularity.

Trump Cuts Ozempic, Wegovy Drug Prices

President Donald J. Trump announced groundbreaking agreements with pharmaceutical giants Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk on November 6, 2025, to dramatically lower the cost of popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for American patients, aiming for a $350 price point through the new "TrumpRx" program. This initiative seeks to align U.S. prescription drug prices with those in other developed nations by reviving the "Most-Favored-Nation" pricing concept and includes commitments to boost domestic manufacturing.

US Government Shutdown Breaks Record

The United States federal government shutdown has become the longest in the nation's history, reaching its 36th day on November 5, 2025, due to an unresolved dispute over the extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits. This unprecedented deadlock has furloughed hundreds of thousands of federal workers, disrupted essential services, and is projected to cost the U.S. economy billions.

Carney Unveils New Canada Budget

Canada's new federal budget, "Building Canada Strong," unveiled on November 4, 2025, by Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne, proposes a "generational" $141.4 billion in new spending over five years to bolster economic resilience and productivity amidst global trade disruptions. Despite this ambitious investment, the budget projects a substantial $78.3 billion deficit for the current fiscal year, nearly double previous forecasts, as it aims to shift the nation's economy and spur private-sector growth.

Mamdani Wins NYC Mayor in Upset

In a historic upset, democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has been elected the next mayor of New York City, becoming the youngest leader in over a century and the city's first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor. His victory on November 4, 2025, signals a new era for the city, driven by a progressive platform promising rent freezes, fare-free public transit, and universal childcare.

SCOTUS Weighs Presidential Tariff Power

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently hearing a landmark case that could redefine presidential power over trade, specifically challenging former President Trump's use of emergency powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose tariffs. This pivotal decision will determine the constitutional balance between the executive and legislative branches regarding trade policy, with significant implications for global commerce and potentially billions in tariff refunds.

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US Shutdown Hits Day 40, Cripples Services