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Zayn Malik Reveals His Daughter Inspired His Hit Collaboration With BLACKPINK’s Jisoo on Eyes Closed

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo and Zayn Malik’s song Eyes Closed has garnered great appreciation from their fans and music enthusiasts. Fans couldn’t believe that a One Direction singer collaborated with a BLACKPINK singer. As the collaboration happened, they were eager to know about the discussions the two had on the song. Interestingly, the song also landed at no. 72 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Zayn Malik also shared that he decided to collaborate with Jisoo after consulting his 5-year-old daughter Khai. While speaking to BBC Radio 1, he noted that he recorded the song and made sure to rework on his own parts to match the Flower singer’s vibe. Opening up on the collaboration with Jisoo, Malik lauded her solo success and hits with BLACKPINK. He added, “She is obviously killing at the minute. BLACKPINK are all over the place.” Zayn opened up about her global influence and praised BLACKPINK as one of the most sought after groups worldwide.

Talking about his daughter Khai, Zayn also said, “My daughter’s a massive fan. So when she asked to do the feature, I was like, yeah. My daughter’s gonna think I’m cool again. So I’ll definitely do that. I’m not out of the game yet.” Zayn also noted, “To come back to it with people who are basically owning that genre at the minute was an honour.”

Again, Zayn emphasised on Jisoo’s kindness and stated, “If I can say thanks to Jisoo for giving me that opportunity, I would like to say that.”

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On the professional front, Zayn hasn’t opened up about any of his upcoming songs yet. As for Jisoo, the singer is currently with the other BLACKPINK members Lisa, Jennie and Rose for their world tour, the DEADLINE tour. The group also released a new song some time back, titled Jump.

ALSO READ: Jisoo’s Paris Fashion Week Ensemble Could Be Your Next Party Look Idea

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JISOO & ZAYN's 'Eyes Closed' Voted Favorite New Music This Week
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JISOO & ZAYN’s ‘Eyes Closed’ Voted Favorite New Music This Week

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“Eyes Closed,” the new single from JISOO and Zayn Malik, tops this week’s fan-voted music poll.

Music fans voted in a poll published Friday (Oct. 10) on Billboard, choosing the pair’s duet as their favorite new release.

“Eyes Closed” made its grand entrance during a week that also saw new releases from Khalid; Gorillaz feat. Trueno and Proof; Alemeda and Doechii; HAIM and Bon Iver and more.

Bringing together a pair of mega pop stars — a former member of One Direction plus one-fourth of BLACKPINK — “Eyes Closed” blends two recognizable voices in one emotional ballad. Fans of both both flooded in to vote in this week’s poll, and their support led the singers to a landslide victory.

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“Time is standing still and I don’t wanna leave your lips/ Tracing my body with your fingertips,” JISOO begins on the track, to which Malik sings back, “I know what you’re feeling and I know you wanna say it/ I do too but we gotta be patient.”

“‘Cause someone like me/ And someone like you/ Really shouldn’t work, yeah, the history is proof/ Damned if I don’t/ Damned if I do,” they sing through a chorus about opening their hearts to new love. “Oh, we should fall in love with our eyes closed/ Better if we keep it where we don’t know/ The beds we’ve been in/ The names and the faces of who we were with.”

Among the new releases trailing behind “Eyes Closed” on the poll: Khalid’s After the Sun Goes Down, Gorillaz featuring Trueno and Proof’s “The Manifesto,” Alemeda and Doechii’s “Beat a B!tch Up,” HAIM and Bon Iver’s “Tie You Down” and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie’s “Part of Me.”

See the final results of this week’s poll below.

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U.S. Government Shutdown 2025: List of Services & Agencies Closed
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List of Services & Agencies Closed – Hollywood Life

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After midnight on October 1, 2025, the federal government officially shut down because lawmakers failed to come together on a new spending plan for the fiscal year. The halt leaves hundreds of thousands of federal workers in limbo and raises new questions about how long agencies can continue daily services.

With Republicans pointing fingers at Democrats over demands for health care subsidies, and Democrats pushing back that those must be part of any deal, the standoff has already begun to interfere with everything from economic reporting to food aid programs. As agencies start to scale back, here’s what we know about the shutdown, how it affects you and what businesses have ceased service until further notice.

What Happens When the Government Shuts Down?

When the U.S. government shuts down, “non-essential” federal workers could face furloughs, meaning an indefinite period of no pay while their jobs pause.

The service disruption can impact those outside of Washington D.C. as well. National parks and museums face widespread closures, while small businesses that rely on federal loans and approvals could experience delays.

What Businesses Are Closed During a Government Shutdown?

The October 2025 government shutdown will affect non-essential businesses, but essential ones such as the USPS, TSA, the Social Security Administration and the military will continue working. The following list includes the businesses and agencies the shut down could impact:

  • Department of Commerce

  • Department of Education

  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

  • Department of Labor

  • National Park Service

  • Small Business Administration (SBA)

  • NASA

  • Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) / NIH

  • General Services Administration (GSA)

  • Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Why Did the Government Shut Down?

The government shut down on October 1, 2025, because Congress did not agree on a funding bill before the start of the fiscal year. Donald Trump openly blamed Democrats for disagreeing with Republicans on the spending bill. Democrats stood firm about healthcare, and Republicans accused them of causing the shutdown to satisfy their voters for the 2026 midterm elections.

After the vote, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said, “Our guarantee is to the American people that we’re going to fight as hard as we can for their healthcare, plain and simple,” per Reuters.

Trump shared a deepfake AI-generated video to social media of Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries with mariachi music playing in the background and Jeffries wearing a sombrero.

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Did the Federal Government Shut Down in 2025? Updates & What’s Closed – Hollywood Life
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Did the Federal Government Shut Down in 2025? Updates & What’s Closed – Hollywood Life

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Congress hit another funding stalemate in 2025 after Senate proposals to keep the government open collapsed earlier this week. As a result, the U.S. federal government officially shut down at 12:01 a.m. ET on October 1, marking roughly the 21st federal funding lapse in modern U.S. history. From delayed paychecks to shuttered agencies and strained public programs, the fallout is expected to ripple nationwide.

Past shutdowns have forced agencies to furlough workers, delay services, and scramble to prioritize only mission-critical functions. Now, with spending legislation again stalled, federal workers, public services, and national programs are all at risk — here’s what you need to know.

Why Did the Government Shutdown in 2025?

The federal shutdown began when Congress missed the October 1 funding deadline after Senate efforts to pass a stopgap measure failed. A Republican-led resolution to extend funding until November 21 received 55 votes in the Senate, falling short of the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster, according to The Washington Post.

Democrats opposed that bill, demanding inclusion of health care subsidies and other priorities they considered essential. In response, the White House had warned of “irreversible cuts” and threatened workforce reductions if talks stalled further. With no agreement in place, federal operations lacking mandatory funding authority were forced into shutdown.

What Is a Government Shutdown?

A government shutdown occurs when Congress fails to pass the necessary funding legislation for the federal government’s operations, or when the President refuses to sign such legislation into law.

Here are some of the main reasons why it happens:

  • Budget Disputes: Shutdowns often occur when there is a disagreement between Congress members or between Congress and the President on specific spending priorities, such as defense, healthcare, social programs, or immigration policies.
  • Political Strategy: Sometimes, shutdowns are used as a political strategy or bargaining chip to push for or against certain legislative measures. One party may use the threat of a shutdown to gain leverage in budget negotiations.
  • Debt Ceiling Debates: Although the debt ceiling itself is separate from the budget process, debates over raising it have sometimes led to government shutdowns when an agreement could not be reached.

What Happens If the Government Shuts Down?

Most federal agencies must halt non-essential operations, close national parks, furlough employees, and suspend services until a new funding agreement is reached. Essential services—such as national security, law enforcement, and emergency medical care—continue to operate, but many government activities are paused.

During a furlough, hundreds of thousands of federal employees are placed on temporary leave without pay, while essential workers are required to work without pay until the shutdown is resolved.

A prolonged shutdown can also slow economic growth, impact the stock market, and create uncertainty in both domestic and international markets.

When Was the Last Government Shutdown?

Government shutdowns are not uncommon in U.S. history. Here’s a look at the most recent ones:

  • 2018-2019: The longest government shutdown in U.S. history lasted 35 days, from December 22, 2018, to January 25, 2019. This shutdown was primarily due to disagreements over funding for a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico.
  • 2018: Earlier in 2018, there was a brief shutdown from January 20 to January 22, mainly due to disagreements over immigration policy, including the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
  • 2013: Lasting 16 days from October 1 to October 17, this shutdown was caused by a standoff over the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and budgetary concerns.
  • 1995-1996: A significant shutdown lasted from December 16, 1995, to January 6, 1996, driven by disputes over Medicare, public health, and education funding.

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