In brief
This weekend saw significant global news, including the Senate taking initial steps to end the government shutdown, which has persisted for weeks. Meanwhile, Super Typhoon Fung-wong struck the Philippines, displacing over one million residents and resulting in fatalities. Other major stories include the resignation of BBC director Tim Davie amid criticism and an analysis of the current trajectory of climate change as COP30 unfolds in Brazil.
If you missed out on the news this weekend, here’s a summary of the top global headlines with links to some of our best journalism.
Senate Takes First Step Toward Ending the Government Shutdown
The Senate took the first step to end the government shutdown on Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who say Americans want them to continue the fight.
Here are our stories about the shutdown and its impact:
- World shares advance as the Senate takes steps to end the shutdown
- Thanksgiving air traffic could ‘slow to a trickle’ if shutdown persists, transport secretary says
- Flight cuts from government shutdown strain a supply chain that’s already strained
Super Typhoon Fung-wong Slams into Philippines, Killing 2 and Displacing 1 Million
The system came ashore on Sunday with 115 mph winds in the northeastern coast of the Philippines, where the massive storm had already left at least two people dead and forced more than a million people to evacuate from flood- and landslide-prone areas.
Resignation at BBC
BBC director Tim Davie resigned Sunday after editing controversies surrounding a speech by U.S. President Trump, criticized for its handling during a contentious period.
Climate Talks in Brazil
The world has seen faster climate change than expected since the Paris Agreement, with realities becoming increasingly urgent as negotiations unfold at COP30.
