Economic/Political Landscape - France's gridlock serves as a reminder to Europe about the consequences of failing to implement reforms [1]

Government Shutdown Impact - The IRS will furlough nearly 50% of its staff due to the government shutdown [1] - Most of the IRS's taxpayer services will be paused [1] Operational Changes - The shutdown is entering its second week due to gridlock in Congress [1]

Urban Development Challenges - Many Chinese cities face issues like sprawl, smog, and gridlock [1] - China's leadership aims for a new urban development approach focused on creating more pleasant cities [1] Policy & Strategy - The new approach prioritizes quality of life over massive expansion [1] - Implementing this new approach will be challenging [1]