The government reopened — but chaos for travelers and federal workers isn't over yet

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Federal workers and travelers could keep feeling impact from the government shutdown.

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The House just voted to end the longest government shutdown in US history after 43 days

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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson

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I took my grocery list to Aldi and Amazon. Prices were similarly cheap, but the latter left me especially impressed.

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Author Savannah Born smiling with groceries on counter in kitchen
I never thought I'd order groceries online, but my Amazon Grocery cart came out nearly as cheap as Aldi — and it's so much more convenient.

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Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments

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Volunteers place groceries during the People's Pantry Food drive to replenish food banks ahead of SNAP lapse at the USDA Headquarters.
Earlier this week, Trump said he will withhold food stamps until the government reopens.

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Cotswolds starter kit: The 7 fashion and lifestyle must-haves of the British country elite in the 'Hamptons of England'

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A view of Hale Lane in the Cotswolds
A lane in the Cotswolds, the area of England dubbed the "Hamptons of England."

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Student-loan forgiveness is back on — but a tax change could be a 'financial disaster' for some borrowers

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren is calling on the IRS to prevent big tax bills for student-loan borrowers next year.

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We're looking for Americans to tell us how prices have changed. Fill out our new survey.

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Let us know if you've seen big price swings in your community.

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I attempted to make Aldi's $40 Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people. It was surprisingly easy and delicious.

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Author Terri Peters standing behind Thanksgiving feast
I was quite successful in making Aldi's $40 Thanksgiving dinner for my family, and it felt like a decent value with minimal effort required.

Terri Peters

Trump's sweeping student-loan repayment changes are a big step closer to reaching borrowers

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President Donald Trump
President Donald Trump's administration concluded negotiations on its plan to overhaul student-loan repayment.

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I moved from South Carolina to the 'Hamptons of England.' I feel more supported as a mom here in the Cotswolds.

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Audrey Ann Masur, 37, has lived in the Cotswolds for five years.

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