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Congress has hours to prevent a government shutdown.

• What’s happening? Lawmakers have until just after midnight tonight to pass funding to keep the government open. They’re set to vote on a $1.2 trillion package today.
• The stakes: A brief weekend shutdown wouldn’t have much impact. But if it goes longer, thousands of workers would go unpaid and key services would be interrupted.
• Also in Congress: Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) said he won’t run in the Democratic primary as he fights corruption charges.

2

The U.S. accused Apple of monopolizing the smartphone market.

• The claim: Apple is breaking the law by locking out competing tech that could be better for you, the Justice Department said. These iPhone restrictions are at the lawsuit’s heart.
• Why it matters: It’s the government’s most aggressive attempt yet to challenge Apple. But the lawsuit, filed yesterday, may face a high legal bar in court.

3

The U.N. Security Council will vote on a U.S.-sponsored cease-fire resolution.

• What to know: The U.S. has vetoed three previous resolutions calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza without a time limit, which this one also does. It’s set for a vote this morning.
• It’s significant: The resolution reflects international outrage about the growing humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza — including from Israel’s closest ally, the U.S.

4

A new Florida law bans homeless people from sleeping in public places.

• What it does: Outlaws sleeping overnight on streets and sidewalks or in parks. But critics say the bill, signed this week by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R), won’t help unhoused people.
• In California: Voters officially approved Prop. 1, a measure to spend billions on housing and treatment for homeless people with mental health and substance abuse issues.

5

A man received a kidney transplant from a pig.

• It’s historic: Richard Slayman, 62, became the first living person to receive a genetically edited pig kidney Saturday in Massachusetts. He is recovering well.
• Why it’s important: Pig kidneys could vastly increase the supply of kidneys for transplant, giving hope to hundreds of thousands of Americans who rely on dialysis machines.

6

The British royals are hiring a (much-needed) communications assistant.

• The job: Duties will include drafting statements and arranging media appearances. The London-based role has a less-than-princely annual salary of about $32,500.
• Before you rush to apply: Be warned that the job might be stressful. The family has made a royal mess recently as it has tried to deal with Kate Middleton conspiracy theories.

7

Scientists found an amazingly well-preserved village from 3,000 years ago.

• What to know: The site in England was excavated in 2015 and 2016. But two new reports — with some astonishing photos — shed light on the “time capsule” village.
• The discoveries: A half-eaten bowl of porridge and a decorative necklace were among the finds. A fire around 850 B.C. helped to freeze the village in time, researchers said.

And now … what to watch this weekend: “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” is in theaters — and it’s not that bad. What to play: The fun new Princess Peach game.

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