What does it mean to be furloughed? What to know as government shutdown looms

During a government shutdown, all federal agencies and services that officials do not deem "essential" must stop working. Many employees are also furloughed.

US government shutdown: What would stay open, what would close

U.S. government services would be disrupted if President Donald Trump and Congress do not agree on a spending bill by midnight on Tuesday.

Pfizer, Trump announce TrumpRX, low drug prices. What drugs does Pfizer make? See list

President Donald Trump and Pfizer's CEO today announced "TrumpRX" and lower drug prices. But what does Pfizer sell? Here's their popular drugs.
PBS

What does the defense secretary do?

Senate confirmation hearings are slated to begin on Jan. 14, 2025, for Pete Hegseth, whom President-elect Donald Trump has chosen to serve as the next secretary of defense. It’s a massive job, broadly affecting Americans’ security at home and abroad ...
Wired

What Does Palantir Actually Do?

Palantir is arguably one of the most notorious corporations in contemporary America. Cofounded by libertarian tech billionaire Peter Thiel, the software firm's work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the US Department of Defense, and the Israeli ...

What Does ‘6-7’ Mean? The TikTok Meme, Explained

Kids are driving their parents and teachers insane with the repetition of the numbers ‘6-7’, but what does the meme mean, and where did it come from?

What does 6, 7 mean in slang, is it brainrot? About the viral six seven trend

Are you wondering what the six seven meaning is in TikTok viral trend? Here's what to know about the 6, 7 slang expression and brainrot.

What Does the America's Got Talent Winner Get? All About the Competition Series' Prize Pot (and Why It's Not All Paid Out at Once)

The 'America's Got Talent' finale premier. 24. Here's everything to know about the grand prize of 'America's Got Talent.'
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