Impact of Government Shutdown in Washington State by Rohit Jesudoss
On Oct. 1, 2025, the U.S. government shut down after failing to reach a resolution on the spending bill (or appropriations bill), which is required annually for the government to operate. If an appropriations bill is not passed by Oct. 1 of each year, Congress would have to enact a continuing resolution, which would allow for temporary operation, according to the U.S. Senate. While an appropriations bill had seen success in the House, it failed to win in the Senate, along with a…
Invasive English Holly Taking over the PNW by Nyssa Deshmukh
Plants have long since solidified their importance in winter holiday traditions with well-known representatives such as the matchmaker mistletoe, bright red poinsettia, and the notable English holly. English holly, scientifically known as Ilex aquifolium, is identified by its shiny but spiky green leaves that frame vibrant red berries. This plant can grow as a shrub or a tree anywhere…
UWB Counseling Center Offering Exciting New Winter Services by Aysha Siddiqui
As the Washington winter season approaches, with shorter days, gloomy weather, and long days of classes, students returning to campus after the holidays may start to feel the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). A recent survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau found that 45% of Seattle residents reported feeling depressed for several days during the first two weeks of February. The rate was the highest in the nation in 2023. This phenomenon might…
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