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We start with new information on the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. Democrats have outspent Republicans on TV ads in crucial House races. Cuba is experiencing a mass blackout after its power grid failed. Jurors heard opening statements in the trial of a man accused of killing two teenage girls in a small Indiana town back in 2017. Plus, we'll tell you why the federal government is now investigating Tesla’s Full Self-Driving feature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Special Counsel Jack Smith released nearly 2,000 heavily redacted documents in his election subversion case against former President Donald Trump. We’ll tell you what both candidates are up to on the campaign trail today. Over a year of astonishing ocean heat has given way to the largest coral bleaching event on record. WNBA star Angel Reese says her rookie salary doesn’t cover her rent. And, the director of one of the few functioning hospitals in northern Gaza is pleading for aid to address a deepening humanitarian crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hamas is warning that it won’t return the hostages until Israel agrees to its conditions. Both presidential candidates are hitting the campaign trail in Michigan, as early voting in North Carolina surpasses 2020 numbers. We have the latest on the investigation into the death of former One Direction member Liam Payne. South Korea says North Korea sent troops to Russia. Plus, we tell you why becoming a Girl Scout could soon become a whole lot more expensive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US is relaunching its efforts to get a ceasefire agreement in Gaza after the killing of Hamas’ leader. Former President Donald Trump has gone on the attack over transgender rights, while Vice President Kamala Harris has been talking about IVF. The Transportation Secretary says it’ll be a long road to recovery for parts of North Carolina. The US has imposed sanctions on Chinese companies, as the country’s economy slows again. And, Liam Payne’s former One Direction bandmates have released a statement over his death.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel’s prime minister says the war in Gaza will continue, despite the death of Hamas’ leader. Republicans are appealing a ruling that’s blocked some controversial election rules in Georgia. The execution of a Texas man has been halted in the 11th hour. Texas is suing a doctor and accusing her of carrying out gender affirming care even though it’s banned in the state. Plus, an Olympic snowboarder is wanted in the US for allegedly leading a deadly drug trafficking ring.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Top US officials are making renewed calls for a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal in Gaza after the killing of Hamas’s leader. Republicans are suing several battleground states over voting rights for Americans abroad. Death row inmate Robert Roberson is scheduled to be executed this evening, but it’s unclear if a new subpoena will delay it. An association of toymakers in Europe say some toys sold online pose a “danger to children.” Plus, two countries are tied for last in this year’s Freedom House report on global internet rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The assassination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar has US intelligence agencies scrambling. An independent panel of former law enforcement officials is calling for new leadership at the Secret Service. Some of the world’s wealthiest people have donated tens of millions of dollars to support former President Donald Trump’s reelection. The Federal Trade Commission is making it easier for you to cancel your gym membership. Plus, what basketball team is one win from history? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli Army Radio reports Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is believed to have been killed, while Israeli officials work to officially confirm his death. The 2024 candidates continue their campaign blitz, while GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance is criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris' first-ever interview on Fox News. A preliminary autopsy report and a 911 call give more insight into former One Direction star Liam Payne’s death. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles will pay hundreds of millions of dollars to victims of clergy sexual abuse. Plus, dating apps are adding new features that show off users’ political views. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Early voting is starting in North Carolina, as the clean-up efforts from Hurricane Helene continue. Scientists are warning the global water cycle is off balance and is fueling a growing disaster. The US says it doesn’t want entire villages destroyed, after Israel released footage showing blasts near dozens of buildings in Lebanon. President Joe Biden has approved another round of student debt cancellations, impacting millions of borrowers. Plus, the government's use of AI to fight crime seems to be paying off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vice-President Kamala Harris’ interview with Fox News became heated. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s has repeated false claims of Haitian immigrants eating pets in Ohio, while addressing undecided Latino voters. The US launched airstrikes on the Houthis in Yemen, as the UN accuses Israel of once again firing on peacekeeping positions in Lebanon. Fans held a vigil outside the hotel where former One Direction member Liam Payne died, as more details are released surrounding his death. And, Coca-cola recalls thousands of cases of a sugary drink mislabeled as “zero sugar.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices