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Here’s how the government shutdown could affect your health
Some agencies that keep us healthy have run out of money, or will run out soon.
What is EPA Open Data, and why would it shut down?
We don’t know what we’ve got till it’s (almost) gone
How The U.S. Government Is Shutting Down Antarctica
Political struggle could have permanent scientific effects.
Utah Reopens National Parks, Government Shutdown Be Damned
We don't need a government! We just need all the things the government normally pays for!
There’s A Salmonella Outbreak While Food Safety Workers Are On Furlough
What could go wrong if we send all our food safety experts home while the government settles its dumb argument? Oh wait.
The National Weather Service Has A Hidden Message For Congress
Very cheeky, NWS.
The Government Employees Responsible For Saving Us From Hurricanes Are Working For No Pay
As the first potentially deadly hurricane of the season nears the Gulf Coast, government employees are working around the clock to monitor it and issue warnings. And they're doing it for free, because of the government shutdown.
Which Furloughed Government Employee Has The Best Auto-Reply?
In the event of an earthquake, contact... someone else.