The longest US government shutdown ended after President Trump signed a funding bill negotiated by Republicans and moderate Democrats. The 43-day shutdown caused financial stress for federal workers and disrupted services. The bill funds three annual spending bills and extends government funding through January 30, with promises to vote on health care subsidies by mid-December. The legislation includes protections for federal workers and funding for food assistance programs, but also contains controversial provisions regarding electronic records searches. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)