Government shutdown, Día de los Muertos and more - Your weekly AP recap

This week: AP captured the toll of the U.S. government shutdown, celebrated Día de los Muertos traditions worldwide, investigated anti-science legislation across the U.S., and highlighted stories of resilience and renewal.

View in browser Newsletter News Highlights NOV. 3, 2025   Welcome to the News Highlights newsletter With our weekly summary, stay informed of the latest stories and in-depth reports directly in your inbox. Dive into these stories and more to stay up-to-date with the world's most pressing issues. AP video: October monthly highlights IN FOCUS Featured photo galleries Monthlong shutdown deepens divisions Photos capture the toll of the U.S. government shutdown, from furloughed workers to airport delays — as political deadlock leaves no clear end in sight. SEE PHOTOS Day of the Dead celebrated worldwide Photos show colorful Día de los Muertos traditions and celebrations from Mexico to Germany, honoring the dead with ritual and remembrance. SEE PHOTOS Best of the AP Each week, The Associated Press awards honors for the news scoops or exclusives that did the most to enhance AP's competitive position in the previous seven days. First winner Anti-science bills sweep across the U.S. READ MORE Second winner Strong source work and collaboration put AP out front on sports betting scandal. READ MORE Best of the AP: Honorable mentions Smart legwork yields AP photos confirming demolition of White House's East Wing AP details one family's globe-spanning migration and deportation saga AP scoops scuttled plans for Adam Driver and Steven Soderbergh's "Star Wars" movie Dogged reporting and sensitivity focuses on the most vulnerable workers in the U.S. Scoop of Maine U.S. Senate candidate's tattoo cover-up is culmination of days of smart coverage FEATURED SPOTLIGHT Week in Pictures This photo gallery, curated by photo editor Beatrice Larco, highlights some of the most compelling images worldwide published by The Associated Press in the past week. SEE MORE From around the world Spotlight stories from this week's news that provides an in-depth look at significant issues and current events. The new $50M Literary Arts Fund will support independent publishers and nonprofits. READ MORE A San Francisco dog wags its tail and kisses rescuers after it's plucked from the side of a cliff. READ MORE NFL's International Player Pathway program is shining a spotlight on talent from around the world. READ MORE SEE MORE ON AP.ORG > The Associated Press Contact us Need any help? We're open 24/7. Visit AP.org The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world's population sees AP journalism every day. ©2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. 200 Liberty St. New York, NY, 10281, US Contact us     Update your preferences or unsubscribe Update your preferences or unsubscribe