It is the first time shutdown since 2013 and means that only essential federal government services will be operating.
Congrats: Ed Sheeran's post announcing his engagement received more than 700,000 likes in just a few hours.
Karu Paswan from the eastern Indian state of Jharkhand said that because of poverty he developed the habit of eating mud.
Police in Elizabeth City, North Carolina have charged Bradley Hardison with three felony offences over a break-in at a local donut restaurant.
Kim Hanson described how her vaginal rejuvenation treatment had helped cure her stress incontinence and boosted her sex life in Closer Magazine.
The mystery surrounding the deaths of three alpacas brutally killed in Buckinghamshire may be part of a local planning dispute.
MPs across the House of Commons have backed a law change that will create millions of pounds of tax relief for wealthy donors to the Leave and Remain referendum campaigns
Federer will take on Marton Fucsovics in the fourth round. The unseeded 25-year-old beat Argentine Nicolas Kicker 6-3 6-3 6-2 to earn his spot opposite the all-time great.
Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has a release clause of €200m in his contract, which will be lowered to €100m from 1 July.
Tom Petty died from a combination of prescription medicines used to combat severe pain, coroner's report revealed.
The weird-looking squid, scientifically known as vampyroteuthis infernalis, was spotted at a depth of 1,290m off the Socorro Island.
Graham fell in love with Justin after meeting at a church in 2009 and went on to tie the knot in a romantic ceremony in 2010.
Doctors at the NHS have warned that the NHS faces its worst threat since the 2010 Swine Flu pandemic.
Disturbing pictures released by South Devon Animal Rights on Facebook allegedly show an activist with significant facial injuries after clashing with a huntsman.
The 24-year-old first daughter wore a low-cut glittery black and gold animal print mini dress that highlighted her tanned legs.
In the last three months, five porn actresses have died including Shyla Stylez, August Ames, Yuri Luv and Olivia Nova.
From potentially hazardous asteroids to Saturn's moon Titan's incredible similarities to Earth – these are the best space stories of the week.
The newly-discovered underwater volcanoes were found buried around 820 feet beneath the sediment on the sea floor.
Chinese foreign ministry says an American missile destroyer, USS Hopper, came within 12 nautical miles of Huangyan Island.
Luke Shaw had made only two substitute appearances for Manchester United until November 2017. However, since then he has been featuring regularly for Jose Mourinho's side.
Kane Gamble used a computer at his parent's home to impersonate then-CIA director John Brennan and other senior figures.
Non-essential services of the federal American government have come to a grinding halt after Senate failed to back the president in approving funding.
Malcom had been identified as a potential replacement for Alexis Sanchez by Arsenal, but Tottenham have now moved ahead in the race for the winger.
Four rape trials have collapsed in recent weeks because police did not disclose evidence that vindicated the defendant, prompting the Metropolitan Police to review all live cases.
Electricians working on the wiring update for the palace discovered a collection of items dating back 130 years.
Mahrez has scored seven goals and assisted seven in the league thus far and would be a massive addition for any team should the move happen this window.
Manchester United and Arsenal will do separate deals for Henrik Mkhitaryan and Alexis Sanchez instead of a direct swap deal.
Bayern have fended off interest from a host of clubs such as Barcelona and Manchester United to sign Goretzka.
The newly-identified brittle star species is believed to be the cousin of modern starfish and is considered to have had incredible survival powers.
Pep Guardiola has congratulated Alexis Sanchez ahead of his imminent move to Manchester United, and insists there are no hard feelings.