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• Government shutdown crisis averted after Biden signs stopgap funding bill
  President Joe Biden signed a government funding bill on Saturday that averted a government shutdown.
• I spent $34,563.38 to travel the world for 18 months and tracked every cent: My budget breakdown
  Here's Helen Zhao's budget breakdown by category — from lodging and transportation to food and shopping. Plus, the No. 1 thing she got for her $35,000.
• This cruise line is offering an unlimited pass for $120,000 — and you can pay in bitcoin: Here's what to know
  In December, Virgin Voyages launched an annual cruise pass allowing unlimited cruising worldwide.
• 3 ways to lower stress this holiday season: 'Sometimes less celebration means more joy,' happiness expert says
  The holidays can be anxiety-inducing. Try having micro moments of connection with family and friends, says happiness expert Jessica Weiss.
• Self-made billionaire: 3 holiday gifts I'm giving loved ones this year—2 of them cost only $13 each
  Virgin Group co-founder Richard Branson offers three gift recommendations from his own holiday shopping list, including one Virgin-branded item.
• What tariffs mean for car prices: 'There's no such thing as a 100% American vehicle,' auto expert says
  Tariffs might increase car production costs and that could mean higher sticker prices for shoppers in the long run.
• 4 ways I treat myself during the holidays—they all cost $0
  I'm a big fan of treating myself — but I need to do it on a budget around the holidays. Here's how I'm continuing my self-indulgence without spending a dime.