Much of the federal government is on the verge of shutting down​ if Congress does not reach a deal to approve new funding by Oct. 1. Here's what that means.

Congress has until midnight on Sept. 30 to strike a compromise and avoid a shutdown. Neither side seems to be budging.

Washington is just hours away from yet another federal government shutdown. Here’s a look at how a shutdown would occur.

Marvel Zombies picks up where What If...? left off, turning a single episode into a dark MCU spin-off. Learn how the two series are connected and what to expect.

The word ephemeral means “lasting for a very short time.” It’s often used to describe things that are fleeting, temporary or short-lived. It can describe a moment, a feeling or something natural and is an adjective. The word “ephemeral” is pronounced /ih-FEM-er-uhl/.

The word “sagacious” means having or showing good discernment or keen mental judgment. It is an adjective that describes individuals with shrewd characteristics. Oftentimes, it used to describe someone who is very wise beyond their years. The word “sagacious” is pronounced /suh-GAY-shuhs/.

If you found pink spots or slime on cheese, learn why this happens, whether it's safe to cut it away, and tips for storing cheese properly to prevent spoilage.

The word “obfuscate” means to make something unclear, confusing or difficult to understand. It is a verb and can either be done deliberately or unintentionally. The word is essentially the opposite of “clarify.” The word “obfuscate” is pronounced /aab-fuh-skayt/.

That's an unlikely outcome, said CBS News meteorologist Nikki Nolan. But if such a collision does occur, it could produce what's called the Fujiwhara effect, a rare phenomenon in which two different storms merge and become entangled around a newly formed, common center.