When Congress fails to pass a federal budget, the effects are not limited to the realm of politics. A prolonged shutdown can ripple into travel, affecting passengers, airlines, and even tourist sites.

Congress failed to reach a funding deal by the Wednesday, Oct. 1, deadline, leading to a government shutdown that will force active-duty service members to continue to serve without pay until a deal ...

Although a short U.S. government shutdown would be unlikely to have much impact on air travel, a prolonged impasse could lead to disruptions for passengers and financial losses for businesses, ...

Historically, markets have tended to shrug off shutdowns. However, this time could be different. A prolonged shutdown risks delaying or canceling key economic data releases investors use to assess ...

With one of the highest costs of living in the country, it is no surprise that New Jersey pays police officers among the highest wages. Both the average and median wages for police officers in New ...

The national debt has grown to more than $37 trillion. There is mounting concern in some quarters over how soon the ballooning debt will impact the lives of everyday Americans. As Paul Solman explains ...

The clock is ticking down to an Oct. 1 deadline when federal agencies will run out of money because Congress hasn’t passed funding for the next fiscal year. A shutdown would furlough hundreds of ...

Giulia Tacchino guides a cowboy hat through a burst of steam, before indenting the crown. The cowboy tries on his new hat; custom fitted for his head as a crowd gathers in the booth. The cursive ...

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Kate Middleton’s sport-loving side is one of her best sides, which is why it was no surprise to see the Princess of Wales take to Instagram this weekend to cheer on England and the Red Roses rugby ...