An Ignoble Experiment: The 7: A potential deal to free hostages in Gaza; the Senate votes to avert a shutdown; Chuck E. Cheese’s band; and more

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Good morning. It's Thursday, Nov. 16, and we're remembering all the times we got the ick from a travel companion. Now let's catch up.

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The Senate passed a bill yesterday to avert a government shutdown.

What happened? The legislation, which would extend the federal government's funding into next year, passed by an 87-11 vote. See how your lawmaker voted here.
What now? It goes to President Biden to sign. The government would have shut down just after midnight Saturday without a funding extension.
But it's not really over: The bill creates two deadlines — Jan. 19 and Feb. 2 — that could lead to more standoffs and possible shutdowns.

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Hamas agreed to a tentative deal to free dozens of hostages.

In the deal: The militant group wants a multiday pause in fighting, humanitarian aid, and women and children freed from Israeli jails, in exchange for at least 50 women and children.
What next? Israel has not yet approved the deal. Biden said he helped with the negotiations. About 240 foreign and Israeli hostages are being held in the Gaza Strip.

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Biden and China's President Xi agreed to restore military ties.

(Doug Mills/New York Times/Pool/AP)

The details: The leaders met yesterday for the first time in over a year near San Francisco. They pledged to reestablish communications between their countries' militaries.
Why it matters: It was a rare sign of cooperation between the world's two most powerful countries after recent bitter disputes over trade, security and human rights.

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States have increasingly restricted records showing the impact of gun violence.

How? Some have used or created exemptions to public records laws to withhold crime scene evidence, such as photos of mutilated bodies or audio recordings of children's cries.
Why it matters: Some advocates argue that concealing such material prevents the public from fully understanding the destructive force of weapons such as the AR-15.
A warning: The photos, videos and personal accounts published here are extremely disturbing.

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Global greenhouse gas levels hit record highs last year.

What to know: There is "no end in sight" for growth in emissions of planet-warming gases, like carbon dioxide and methane, that drive extreme weather events, a new report said.
What it means: Rising temperatures are set to blow past the world's climate goals, which could lead to major and irreversible damage to ecosystems and communities.

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Federal regulators are cracking down on "influencer" dietitians.

How? The FTC warned two food and beverage industry groups and a dozen nutrition influencers yesterday for failing to clearly disclose who sponsored their ads.
Why it matters: It sets a stricter precedent for how brands and influencers must disclose who paid for content on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

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Chuck E. Cheese's animatronic band will live on in one location.

Munch's Make-Believe Band. (Courtesy of CEC Entertainment)

Flashback: The pizza and arcade chain in 2017 said its beloved robotic band, fronted by its titular giant rodent, would soon disappear. It caused an outcry from fans.
The reprieve: The band will get a "permanent residency" in Northridge, Calif., the chain said this week. Other locations will get upgrades aimed at today's 5-year-olds.

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Before you go … Thanksgiving is one week away: Get ready with these recipes for the perfect turkey, side dishes, stuffing and dressing, and sweet, mashed or crispy potatoes.

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