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Israel's military says it's launched a "limited ground operation" in southern Lebanon. Hundreds of people are still missing as southeastern states try to pick up the pieces from Hurricane Helene. 50,000 port workers have gone on strike from Maine to Texas. A Georgia judge has struck down the state's six week abortion ban. And, it's Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday.

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We’ll tell you what the presidential candidates have been up to on the campaign trail today. The Israeli military has closed a military zone around three towns in the far north of the country in advance of attacks. New FBI data shows crime rates have dropped this year. The man accused in the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump entered a plea in court today. Plus, we’ll explain why Italy and Switzerland are redrawing part of their shared border.

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President Joe Biden once again called for a ceasefire in Lebanon amid escalating Israeli attacks. We’ll update you on the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene. Medical records for both vice presidential candidates were improperly accessed at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The US housing market is seeing its lowest turnover rate in at least 30 years. Plus, an NBA legend has died. 

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More than 100 deaths connected to Hurricane Helene have been reported across six states, and that number could continue to rise. Sources say Israeli special forces have started to carry out small raids into Lebanon. Police in Nepal are using zip lines to rescue people after days of heavy monsoon rains triggered widespread flooding. Senator JD Vance and Governor Tim Walz are preparing to face off on the debate stage tomorrow night. Plus, DirectTV is buying a rival for one dollar.

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The US is working with Israel to prepare defenses over concerns Iran could strike. Hurricane Helene has left a 500-mile path of destruction as millions are still without power. Vice President Kamala Harris is taking aim at former President Donald Trump's healthcare plans. Port workers could strike tomorrow, which may lead to shortages of some products. And, a pandemic era student loan benefit ends today.

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Hurricane Helene has now killed at least 95 people, and there are fears the number will continue to rise. Israel has stepped up its attacks on Iran backed-militant groups after killing Hezbollah's leader. Former President Donald Trump continued to insult Vice President Kamala Harris, but some GOP allies want him to change focus. A fire at a chemical plant has caused a reaction that's forced around 17,000 people to evacuate their homes. Plus, country music superstar and Hollywood actor Kris Kristofferson has died at the age of 88.Just a couple tweaks

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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both working to mobilize Latinos, a crucial voting bloc. However, the nuances within the group are playing out in some unexpected ways. In this episode, we examine how both campaigns are crafting their messages and Trump’s (occasionally awkward) embrace of reggaeton stars. 

Guests: Katelina Eccleston, reggaeton historian & Cristina Beltrán, NYU associate professor

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Some new research might convince you to try dabbling in arts and crafts. Scientists have learned that the swirls in Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night” painting don't appear to be random. A pet cat wandered almost 1,000 miles back home. Why conservationists brought huge elephant sculptures to New York City. Plus, school is back in session, we’re revisiting why some parents of elementary school kids in upstate New York like getting calls from the principal’s office.

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CBS News has announced the official rules for the vice-presidential debate on next Tuesday at 9PM Eastern. Three Iranian government-linked hackers have been accused of breaching former President Donald Trump’s campaign, among other things. North Carolina’s Department of Transportation has said all roads in the western part of the state are closed. Sean “Diddy” Combs’ attorney says the rapper wants to testify at his criminal trial. Plus, US households are once again eligible to receive free Covid tests.

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Hurricane Helene has killed more than 20 people across four states, and millions are without power. An Israeli official told CNN the military is working to verify whether Hezbollah’s leader was killed in a strike. New York City Mayor Eric Adams has pleaded not guilty to five federal charges. A new CNN poll conducted by SSRS shows the presidential candidates tied among likely voters in a critical swing state. Plus, inflation cooled significantly last month.

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