CNN reports on how multiple states in the southeastern U.S. are reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene. Blue Ridge Public Radio has put together a list of resources where you can help flood victims in North Carolina.

Politico reports on a looming strike that could disrupt the economy just before the election. It’s mostly up to one fiery union leader, Harold Daggett. 

Caroline Kitchener, who covers abortion for the Washington Post, tells Apple News Conversation what post-Roe America looks like now — and how the election could change it.

From Gaza to Lebanon, Netanyahu — not Biden — is setting the agenda in the Middle East, according to NBC News.

USA Today looks a new report that found more than 10,000 books were banned in public schools nationwide in the last academic year. 

‘Saturday Night Live’ returned for its 50th season with its take on the 2024 election. The Los Angeles Times has the details. 

Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.