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Today’s Rundown:
- TAYLOR SWIFT DROPS ‘THE LIFE OF A SHOWGIRL’ AT MIDNIGHT: Taylor Swift’s new album arrived at midnight ET with a full track list and fan events queued up for the weekend. Early write-ups highlight big-room pop, narrative interludes, and references to her stadium eras. Retail and streaming partners rolled out bonus content and playlist takeovers. AMC is also hosting release-party screenings tied to the album rollout. First-day streaming numbers are expected to be sizable based on pre-saves and chatter.
- GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN STRETCHES INTO DAY 2; LAYOFFS FLOATED: A budget stalemate pushed the federal government into a second day of shutdown as the White House reviews plans that could include “thousands” of layoffs. Agencies are activating contingency plans; most essential services continue while many workers face furloughs or delayed pay. Negotiators traded blame over policy riders and spending caps with no quick vote in sight. Analysts say the economic impact grows with each passing day.
- TWO DELTA JETS COLLIDE ON LAGUARDIA TAXIWAY; 1 MINOR INJURY: The NTSB says two Delta regional jets made contact at the intersection of taxiways at New York’s LaGuardia, damaging a cockpit and shearing part of a wing. One flight attendant suffered a minor injury; passengers deplaned safely. Investigators retrieved cockpit voice and data recorders and will review ground-movement procedures. The incident caused delays but the airport remained open.
- LORI LOUGHLIN AND MOSSIMO GIANNULLI SEPARATE AFTER 27 YEARS: The actor and fashion designer have separated but have not filed for divorce, their reps said. The couple, married since 1997 and parents to two daughters, have been living apart. No legal proceedings are underway as of today. The announcement follows renewed public attention on the family’s post-scandal life.
- ELON UNIVERSITY AND QUEENS UNIVERSITY OUTLINE MERGER PATH: Elon University and Queens University of Charlotte announced a proposed merger, with Elon aiming to begin operating Queens by August 1, 2026 if approvals arrive by late 2025. School leaders formed “sprint teams” to map academics, student services, and governance. Supporters say the deal expands Elon’s footprint in Charlotte; some alumni groups are skeptical about dilution of identity. Regulators and accreditors still need to sign off.
- FDA CLEARS SECOND GENERIC MIFEPRISTONE; BACKLASH ERUPTS: The FDA approved a new generic of the abortion pill mifepristone from Evita Solutions, the second generic on the U.S. market. The decision keeps the drug under the existing REMS safety program and sparked immediate criticism from anti-abortion groups. Supporters called it a win for access and lower costs. The move lands amid broader legal and political fights over medication abortion.
- ‘KILL BILL: THE WHOLE BLOODY AFFAIR’ FINALLY GETS A WIDE THEATRICAL RUN: Quentin Tarantino’s four-hour cut combining Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 will hit theaters nationwide on December 5. Select venues will screen 70mm and 35mm prints, and a new 7½-minute animated sequence is included. The cut has previously screened only in limited special events. Distributors expect strong interest from repertory fans and first-timers.
- GLORILLA SPEAKS AFTER REPORTED HOME INVASION AND ARRESTS: The Memphis rapper said she and her siblings were “victims in this situation” after an alleged home invasion in which shots were fired by a family member and suspects fled. She criticized how quickly she was painted as a suspect online. Police reports and family accounts describe valuables stolen before officers arrived. The artist says she plans to cooperate as the investigation continues.
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