The government shutdown continues, with Democrats and Republicans at odds over funding and policy. Meanwhile, a socialist candidate, Zoran Mamdani, is leading in the polls for the New York City mayoral election, sparking concerns about the future of the city. In other news, a massive asteroid, 3i Atlas, is approaching Earth, with some speculating that it may be of extraterrestrial origin. The Federal Reserve has announced that it will be lowering interest rates to help stimulate the economy.
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