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GovernmentPolicy

Federal Shutdown Stretches Into Third Week, Disrupting Airports and National Services

The government shutdown has become the third-longest in U.S. history, affecting federal workers’ pay and essential services. Air travel delays and national park limitations are among the immediate public impacts as funding negotiations stall.

Shutdown Reaches Historic Length With Widespread Effects

The ongoing federal government shutdown has now entered its third week, reportedly becoming the third-longest in U.S. history and impacting services from air travel to nutrition assistance programs. Sources indicate that if the shutdown continues until Wednesday, it will become the second-longest on record, trailing only the 35-day shutdown of 2018-2019. According to reports, Congress remains deadlocked over Affordable Care Act tax credits, with no immediate resolution in sight.

by Carter Wells
BusinessWorkforce

Gen Z Skips College for Six-Figure Aviation Careers as Trade School Enrollment Soars

Facing rising tuition and disconnected curricula, Gen Z is increasingly bypassing traditional degrees for high-paying skilled trades. One 25-year-old technician now earns over $100,000 repairing plane engines after just 21 months of training, reflecting a broader shift toward vocational education amid strong industry demand.

The New Career Equation

For generations, the path to professional success seemed predetermined: earn a bachelor’s degree, secure a stable job, and climb the corporate ladder. However, sources indicate this formula is being radically reconsidered by Gen Z workers facing unprecedented student debt burdens and evolving job market realities. According to reports, young professionals are increasingly seeking faster, more affordable routes to lucrative careers that don’t require four-year degrees.

by Carter Wells