Morning Brew Daily Winners and Losers of Shutdown Ending & Last-Ever Penny Minted
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Nov 13, 2025 The longest government shutdown in U.S. history has ended, but its economic effects linger. Discover which industries emerged as winners and losers in the fallout. Google is taking action against text phishing scams, revealing how these shady operations work. Explore the rising trend of grade inflation at Harvard and its implications. Also, the significance of the final U.S. penny minted is discussed, touching on its cultural impact and production costs. Plus, Ryanair shifts to digital-only boarding passes—no more printed tickets!
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How To Photograph Northern Lights
- Get away from light pollution and use longer iPhone exposures to capture the Northern Lights.
- Keep your phone steady for crisp photos and try 10-second shutter times.
Shutdown’s Economic Hangover
- The 44-day shutdown reopened federal agencies but left lasting economic damage that won’t be fully recaptured.
- Delays in staffing, data releases, and hiring ripple across sectors into 2026.
Travel Pain During The Shutdown
- Ann Berry shared personal travel delays and praised air traffic controllers who worked through the shutdown.
- She noted airlines scrapped thousands of flights and small businesses near federal offices suffered.