It’s time for the first linkdump of the month of October. The start of October means that it’s time for the start of hockey. The US Government was so excited for a full NHL season that they closed down to watch the first games of the season. Anyway, let’s start this set of the links with American model Alyssa Miller. I think that’s only fitting.

For the first time in nearly 20 years, the American Government has been shut down. This is all because of partisan politics over the meaning of the words “constitutional” and “the will of the American people.” (Politico)

If you’re not in America and wonder what the heck is going on, here’s a quick get up to speed guide. (CNN)

What would a story about the government shutdown look like if it was written like a story about a foreign government? (Slate)

The Affordable Care Act went into effect yesterday. Even if it was in effect earlier, it wouldn’t have helped Walter White. (Business Insider)

An NYT investigation shows that the number of accidental shootings of children are woefully under reported. (New York Times)

The Harper Government has spent tens of millions of dollars to advertise their Economic Action Plan. The number of people who called to inquire about the EAP from September to May? 506. (La Presse [French])

How popular was Fox Sports 1 last week? Their year-on-year viewership was below Speed Channel. (Son of the Bronx)

The biggest benefactor of Breaking Bad’s popularity was the city of Albuquerque who got a Breaking Bad tourism boost. (New York Times)

Here’s an odd fact, before they starred together on Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston and Dean Norris co-starred on the pilot of Pamela Anderson series VIP. (Warming Glow)

Here’s a new fan theory. The finale of Breaking Bad leads right into the Need for Speed movie. Spoilers, obviously.

Looking for a Grand Theft Auto V review? You should check out Angry Joe’s.