If you missed out on the news this weekend, here’s a summary of the top global headlines with links to some of our best journalism.

Senate takes first step toward ending the government shutdown

The Senate took the first step to end the government shutdown on Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, despite some party members' frustrations over this decision.

Key articles include insights on the shutdown's potential impact:

Super Typhoon Fung-wong slams into Philippines

Super Typhoon Fung-wong made landfall on the northeastern coast of the Philippines, bringing 115 mph winds, resulting in at least two fatalities and over a million people evacuated from vulnerable regions.

BBC director resigns amid editing criticism

The BBC's Director-General and top news executive stepped down following backlash over the network's editing of a Trump speech during the Capitol riots on January 6, 2021.

Climate change efforts lag since the Paris Agreement

As world leaders approach COP30 in Brazil, reports indicate that climate action has not kept pace with the growing rate of global warming, raising urgent concerns ahead of the summit.