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🚨 US Government Faces Shutdown in 4 Days Amid Congressional Standoff

U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy rejected a Senate-backed stopgap funding bill, risking a government shutdown. This move could furlough numerous federal workers and halt essential services. Though Senate Republicans support the bill, McCarthy expressed doubt, saying, "I don't see the support in the House." President Biden emphasized, "Our Republican colleagues in the House need to step up: Fund the government."

💰 60% of U.S. Consumers Live Paycheck to Paycheck Across All Income Levels

Nearly 60% of U.S. consumers, including 45% earning over $100,000 annually, live paycheck to paycheck, a Pymnts and LendingClub study reveals. Many face seasonal financial fluctuations, especially in December, with a telling highlight: "More than one-third of all consumers say December is a month where they experience financial distress." The study surveyed 4,218 participants in early August.

🌍 Nagorno-Karabakh Dissolution in 2024 Following Azerbaijan Triumph

Following Azerbaijan's offensive, Nagorno-Karabakh's President Samvel Shahramanyan decreed the dissolution of the self-declared republic in 2024. Amid a Russia-brokered ceasefire, over half its population fled to Armenia in a "dire" state, with many suffering from "severe malnutrition". A preceding 10-month blockade had already imposed grave shortages in the region.

🌐 Israeli Citizens Granted Visa-Free Travel to U.S. as Israel Joins Exclusive Group

The Biden administration has granted Israel access to the U.S. visa waiver program, despite concerns about Israel's treatment of Palestinian Americans. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas highlighted the move's potential to strengthen "counterterrorism and law enforcement" ties. While Israel's status will be closely monitored, potential non-compliance risks revocation.

🤖 Meta Launches Customizable AI Chat Assistant & Bot Platform

At Meta’s 2023 Connect conference, the company announced a new AI chat assistant integrated across its platforms and upcoming devices, featuring celebrity voice personalities and real-time information through Bing. Additionally, Meta launched an AI studio, empowering developers to create customized AI chatbots to enhance brand representation and customer interaction across messaging services.

🕶Meta Launches Quest 3 VR & Upgraded Ray Ban Glasses

Meta unveiled the Quest 3 VR headset, featuring "breakthrough mixed reality" and set for an October 10th release, starting at $499.99. A Quest for Business platform integrating Microsoft 365 is also underway. Furthermore, the upgraded Ray Ban Stories V.2 smart glasses, priced at $299, boast enhanced hardware and live-stream features, available from October 17th.

📰ChatGPT can now search the web in real-time

ChatGPT's "Browse with Bing" feature is back, letting users access and confirm current web data, it promises up-to-date information with direct links to sources Plus and Enterprise subscribers but will be available to all users soon. The feature was briefly removed due to concerns about paywalled content, but it returns with enhanced user verification. Similar features are found in Bing Chat and Google's Bard as well.

🎤 Bruce Springsteen Delays Remaining 2023 Shows Due to Peptic Ulcer Disease

Bruce Springsteen has announced a postponement of his 2023 concerts, attributing it to his ongoing battle with peptic ulcer disease. Prioritizing his health and "out of an abundance of caution," the concerts are rescheduled for 2024. Expressing gratitude and optimism, Springsteen stated, "I’m on the mend and can’t wait to see you all next year.” It's noted that the condition can arise from certain bacteria or prolonged use of specific painkillers.

🔄 Blazers Trade Lillard to Bucks in 3-Team Blockbuster

Damian Lillard has been traded from the Portland Trail Blazers to the Milwaukee Bucks in a multi-team deal involving the Phoenix Suns. "When you have the rare opportunity to pair one of the premier NBA players with a versatile roster...you go for it," said the Bucks' leadership. Following the trade, Milwaukee is now favored to win the NBA title.

👔 Senate Unanimously Reinstates Formal Dress Code Following Fetterman Controversy

The Senate unanimously passed a resolution mandating business attire on the chamber floor, following criticism of Sen. Schumer's prior dress code relaxation. Sponsored by Senators Manchin and Romney, it requires a coat, tie, and slacks for men. Schumer stated, "Though we’ve never had an official dress code... formalizing one is the right path forward." The move followed Sen. Fetterman's casual attire spotlight.

💰 U.S. Latino GDP Claims 5th Spot Globally

The U.S. Latino economy boasts a $3.2 trillion GDP, making it the world's fifth-largest economy, if considered independently. With 65 million Latinos in the U.S. expected to grow to 100 million in 25 years, Sol Trujillo of L'ATTITUDE emphasizes, "It's important for capitalists... to understand the value of the cohorts... because the Latino cohort is... driving the growth in virtually every state."

🌌 NASA Selects 3 Museums for Asteroid Sample Display

NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission successfully returned asteroid Bennu samples to Earth, exceeding the targeted amount. The Smithsonian in D.C., Space Center Houston, and Arizona's Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum will display the samples. The bulk will be studied globally, with 4% given to the Canadian Space Agency and 0.5% to Japan's JAXA due to their contributions to the mission.

On September 28, 1542, Juan Rodríguez Cabrillo, credited as California's “discoverer,” first landed near modern-day San Diego, marking Europeans' initial contact with what would become the US West Coast. This expedition followed earlier ventures by Cortez's men to Baja California in the 1530s and included landings as far north as present-day Santa Barbara.

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