A Republican attempt to defund Planned Parenthood and other family-planning clinics nearly shut the government down last week. The Democrats were able to stop it, although they conceded a provision preventing Washington DC from using nonfederal money for abortions. Last night, Stephen Colbert managed to find some humor in the attempt to decrease access to reproductive and women's health Read more

How do you know the abortion debate in the country has gotten out of control? When it threatens to shut down the US government. Senate Democrats say they've almost reached a deal with Republicans over the budget but won't move forward unless the GOP drops efforts to defund family planning services with the bill. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said, "It's an ideological battle that has nothing Read more

Everyone's panicking about the government shutdown, which may happen this Friday at midnight, but what does it really mean for you and me? It isn't as scary as it sounds — the government has shut down several times in the past. The most recent one occurred from Dec. 16, 1995 to Jan. 6, 1996, according to Reuters. The length of the shutdown (if it will happen) is still not clear, but it has Read more

You'll never guess what the average cost of an engagement ring in 2010 is! 4 signs you might be addicted to extreme couponing. SavvySugar community member lilmissjobhunter has a showdown with her boss. Don't miss these last-minute tax tips from the IRS! Things to know before buying your love an engagement ring. All about the government shutdown. Don't miss these tax day freebies. Apply Read more