Effects of the Government Shutdown That You Would Not Expect

Space news will go silent, drug tests canceled and more.

Park It - This: Washington's paralysis will be felt early on in distant lands as well as in the capital; namely, at national parks. All park services will close. Campers have 48 hours to leave their sites. Additionally, The Statue of Liberty in New York, the loop road at Acadia National Park in Maine, Skyline Drive in Virginia, and Philadelphia's Independence National Historical Park, home of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, will be off limits(Photo: AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

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Shocking Effects of the Shutdown - The government shutdown on Tuesday will affect the nation in more ways than only government workers being furloughed. Aside from national parks closing and delays in government-controlled services, there are several other effects that may not have crossed your mind. With the help of the Washington Post, BET.com takes a look at some shocking effects of the shutdown. — Dominique Zonyéé(Photo: Carolyn Kaster/ AP Photo)

A Special Bond - A favorite to win the race, Krigger will ride Goldencents (he is the first to ride the thoroughbred horse at the derby). They have trained together since last August and he says the two share a special bond. "It is like I am the human version of him and he's the horse version of me. We look forward to seeing each other every day," Krigger told BET.com in a phone interview Tuesday. (Photo: AP Photo/Garry Jones)

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No Wild Horse Adoptions - If you were considering adopting a wild horse or burro, then you will have to stall your plans. According to the Bureau of Land Management’s shutdown contingency plan, several programs and services have shutdown, including handling the Endangered Species Act.(Photo: Garry Jones/ AP Photo)

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Is My Food Really Organic? - Until the shutdown ends, there will be no more Certified Organic food because the National Organic Standards Program will cease.    (Photo: Tim Boyle/ Getty Images)

A Piece of History - The 75-ton spaceship was built as a replacement for the shuttle Challenger, which was destroyed in the January 1986 accident that killed all seven astronauts on board. Endeavour is the youngest member of NASA's now-retired space shuttle fleet. (Photo: NASA via Getty Images)

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Spaced Out - All NASA news will be suspended, including the social media account for @MarsCuriosity. The nasa.gov website is also offline.(Photo: NASA via Getty Images)

Pardon Me? - In the event that President Obama wants to make a pardon, he will have to wait until the Office of the Pardon Attorney reopens.(Photo: Deparptment of Justice)

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Pardon Me? - In the event that President Obama wants to make a pardon, he will have to wait until the Office of the Pardon Attorney reopens.(Photo: Deparptment of Justice)

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First Family Staff Reductions - The White House staff that takes care of the First Family has been reduced from 90 to 15.(Photo: Justin Sullivan/ Getty Images)

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First Family Staff Reductions - The White House staff that takes care of the First Family has been reduced from 90 to 15.(Photo: Justin Sullivan/ Getty Images)

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Watch the Whales - The Marine Mammal Commission, which monitors whale safety, will be closed since the staff is not permitted to enter the office as a result of the shutdown.(Photo: Thierry Prieur/ Getty Images)

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Watch the Whales - The Marine Mammal Commission, which monitors whale safety, will be closed since the staff is not permitted to enter the office as a result of the shutdown.(Photo: Thierry Prieur/ Getty Images)

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Hiring With a Blind Eye - E-verify, the system used by almost half a million employers to verify the immigration and legal status of potential employees, will shut down.(Photo: Kevork Djansezian/ Getty Images)

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Drug Free, the Way to Be - The Department of Transportation will stop drug testing its employees, which includes pilots, bus drivers and various other employees people rely on for safe commutes across the nation. (Photo by Ron Wurzer/Getty Images)

No New Booze - New wineries, breweries and distilleries will cease to open, along with any other business that requires approval from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.(Photo: Michael Bradley/ Getty Images)

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No New Booze - New wineries, breweries and distilleries will cease to open, along with any other business that requires approval from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau.(Photo: Michael Bradley/ Getty Images)

Armed Forces Retirement Home Activities Cancelled - The Armed Forces Retirement Home facilities in Washington, D.C. and Gulfport, Mississippi, cancelled a host of recreational activities, including “Saloon Night” and an Antique Car Show.(Photo: Matt McClain for The Washington Post via Getty Images)

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Armed Forces Retirement Home Activities Cancelled - The Armed Forces Retirement Home facilities in Washington, D.C. and Gulfport, Mississippi, cancelled a host of recreational activities, including “Saloon Night” and an Antique Car Show.(Photo: Matt McClain for The Washington Post via Getty Images)