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Speaker Johnson Warns of Record-Breaking U.S. Government Shutdown

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., praises President Donald Trump's peacemaking efforts leading to a ceasefire pausing two years of war in the Gaza Strip, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025.  House Speaker Mike Johnson has cautioned that the ongoing U.S. government shutdown could become the longest in the nation’s history, as the political standoff between Republicans and Democrats shows no signs of easing. Now in its 13th day, the shutdown has already shuttered federal offices, closed museums, and disrupted air travel across the country. Thousands of federal workers face layoffs, while unions have begun legal challenges against the administration’s actions. Johnson, speaking at the Capitol, said he would not negotiate with Democrats until they suspend their healthcare-related demands and agree to reopen the government. “We’re barreling toward one of the longest shutdowns in American history,” he warned. Vice President JD Vance described the cuts as “pain...
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Tragedy in Gaza: Airstrike Claims Lives of 29 Civilians

An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in Gaza City's Shejaia neighborhood has resulted in the deaths of at least 29 Palestinians, including children. The attack targeted a multi-story building, leaving dozens injured and many still trapped under the rubble. The Israeli military stated that the strike aimed at a senior Hamas militant responsible for planning attacks, emphasizing efforts to minimize civilian harm. However, the devastation has sparked widespread condemnation, with local health authorities describing the incident as a "horrific massacre". This tragedy adds to the escalating toll of the ongoing conflict, which has displaced hundreds of thousands and claimed thousands of lives.

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