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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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tropical Storm Helene is causing life-threatening flooding in the southeast. Israel’s prime minister has dashed hopes of there being a ceasefire with Hezbollah soon. New York City’s mayor has arrived at court on federal corruption charges. New research suggests a third of Americans are deficient in a vital mineral. Plus, one of Britain’s most celebrated actresses has died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tropical storm Helene is now battering Georgia after leaving a path of destruction in Florida. An Israeli strike has hit a Gaza hospital compound as Israel and Hezbollah are trading fresh strikes at each other across the border with Lebanon. Vice President Kamala Harris plans to visit the southern border today, to counter former President Donald Trump's poll lead on immigration. The NTSB is issuing urgent safety recommendations for some Boeing 737s. Plus, watching certain deepfakes will soon be illegal in South Korea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Helene has slammed into Florida as a Category 4 hurricane and has now weakened as it moves north. Israel says its considering the US-led ceasefire proposal across the Israel-Lebanon border, after it's prime minister earlier said its airstrikes would continue. New York City’s mayor is facing pressure from fellow Democrats to resign after his federal indictment. Ukraine’s president is expected to meet with former President Donald Trump today. Plus, a major shareholder of Trump Media has sold nearly all of his stake in the company Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is urging those in the path of Hurricane Helene to take the storm seriously. At the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris pledged continued support for Ukraine. Federal investigators say police in a small, majority-Black Mississippi city discriminate against Black people. The pro-Trump cable channel Newsmax has settled a major 2020 election defamation lawsuit. Plus, there may be a connection between anti-trans legislation and suicide rates among transgender young people.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas spoke before the UN General Assembly today, as Israeli strikes killed at least 15 people at a shelter in Gaza. Federal authorities detailed the charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams. Former President Donald Trump’s lawyers argued that a $454 million judgement against him should be thrown out. Ports along the East and Gulf coasts are bracing for a potentially historic strike. Plus, we’ll tell you who’s going to the WNBA semifinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices