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What the dockworkers strike means for U.S. consumers

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Tens of thousands of dockworkers along the East and Gulf coasts are on strike, freezing operations at ports that handle about half of all U.S. imports and exports. Analysts estimate the work stoppage by the International Longshoremen’s Association could trigger chaos in the supply chain just weeks before the election. William Brangham discussed more with Peter Goodman of The New York Times.
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How Walz and Vance prepared for the vice presidential debate

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Vice presidential nominees Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance square off Tuesday night in the final scheduled debate of the presidential campaign. Geoff Bennett discussed how the candidates prepared and what to watch for with Lisa Desjardins, Laura Barrón-López, Republican strategist Kevin Madden and Democratic strategist Ameshia Cross.
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Asheville mayor on what North Carolina needs as flooding recovery process begins

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Hurricane Helene could turn out to be one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the U.S. More than 150 people are confirmed dead and hundreds more are still missing. Historic flooding nearly washed some towns away in western North Carolina. The city of Asheville is facing destroyed water lines, road closures and lack of basic supplies. Geoff Bennett spoke with Mayor Esther Manheimer.
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Mideast experts on what's next for Israel and Iran

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For the second time in six months, Iranian forces launched a massive aerial barrage at Israel. What does this latest flashpoint hold for the region after Israel's punishing campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon? Geoff Bennett has perspectives from two longtime watchers of the region, Suzanne Maloney and David Makovsky.
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Middle East on edge after Iran's aerial attack on Israel

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The Middle East stands on the precipice of regional war after Iran launched a massive attack on Israel with at least 180 ballistic missiles. Nick Schifrin reports from Tel Aviv where he witnessed the impacts of those strikes and Leila Molana-Allen reports from Beirut on the Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon.
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News Wrap: Judge strikes down Georgia abortion ban

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In our news wrap Monday, a judge in Georgia struck down the state's ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, the FBI agreed to pay $22 million to 34 women who claimed they were targeted for dismissal from the agency's training center, more than 90,000 people near Atlanta sheltered in place after a chemical fire and musician and actor Kris Kristofferson died at 88.
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Big Bend faces aftermath of 3rd hurricane in 13 months

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The devastating toll from Hurricane Helene keeps growing. At least 121 people have died in six states and officials fear that number could grow much larger. Many remain missing and unaccounted for since phone lines and cell towers have been down for days. Some places in Florida are trying to recover from their third big hit in less than two years. Special Correspondent Christopher Booker reports.
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Why many college students are spending more on housing

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The cost of housing has risen steeply in recent years, including for college students. Living in a dorm or renting an off-campus apartment can be the single largest expense a student faces, even more than tuition. Laura Barrón-López reports on how students are coping with the high cost of living and how some universities are responding. It’s the first part of our fall series, Rethinking College.
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Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on the Walz-Vance debate

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NPR’s Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including deadly disasters collide with the closing month of the campaign season and the vice presidential nominees prepare for their first debate.
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Vance appears at event hosted by Christian nationalist

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GOP vice presidential candidate JD Vance attended a town hall organized by Christian nationalist leaders. The event’s host, Lance Wallnau, is a leading figure in a far-right movement that wants to erase the separation between church and state. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Matthew Taylor of the Institute for Islamic, Christian and Jewish Studies and author of "The Violent Take It By Force."
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Israel continues strikes as forces prep for Lebanon invasion

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Israel appears to be starting its invasion of southern Lebanon, but on what U.S. officials believe will be a more limited basis. Israel continues to launch punishing air strikes across Lebanon, with some that have targeted leaders of militant groups in addition to Hezbollah. Nick Schifrin reports from Tel Aviv tonight.
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N.C. communities face crisis in aftermath of flooding

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In North Carolina, communities are in crisis with roads closed, slowing the delivery of food, water and other desperately needed aid. The city of Asheville, in particular, has been devastated with flooded roads and loss of power essentially cutting the city off from any outside assistance. Amna Nawaz discussed the situation there with Gerard Albert III of Blue Ridge Public Radio.
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Deadly floods submerge North Carolina towns in Helene’s wake

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The remnants of Hurricane Helene have been wreaking havoc hundreds of miles away from where it made landfall in Florida three days ago. Western North Carolina is one of the hardest hit areas. John Yang speaks with Laura Hackett, a reporter for Blue Ridge Public Radio in Asheville, about what’s happening in the region.
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People in Lebanon fear echoes of all-out war with Israel

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Israel kept up its bombardment of Hezbollah in Lebanon on Sunday and also targeted strikes at Houthi fighters in Yemen, another Iran-backed militant group. President Biden said all-out war in the Middle East has to be avoided and that he would soon talk with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. John Yang speaks with special correspondent Leila Molana-Allen, who is in Beirut, for more.
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Strenuous workouts can cause this rare but serious condition

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Officials at Tufts University are investigating an athletic team workout that resulted in nine lacrosse players being hospitalized. The incident has put a spotlight on rhabdomyolysis, a serious, somewhat rare and potentially fatal muscle condition that can be brought on by overexertion. Ali Rogin speaks with Dr. Miho Tanaka to learn more.
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Florida’s Big Bend begins long cleanup after Helene landfall

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Hurricane Helene’s death toll has climbed to at least 50 across five states from Florida to Virginia. Remnants of the massive storm are causing record flooding across the Southeast, while more than 3 million people are without power. John Yang speaks with PBS News special correspondent Christopher Booker for more on the aftermath in Big Bend, Florida, where Helene made landfall.
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Schools face tough choices as pandemic-era funding runs out

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As September comes to a close, public schools across the country are finding themselves at the edge of a funding cliff as pandemic-era federal dollars run out. Principals in Georgia and Ohio describe how they are affected, and Ali Rogin speaks with Marguerite Roza, director of Georgetown University's Edunomics Lab, for more about what schools have planned.
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New wearable technology takes us into the minds of babies

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When a baby fusses or cries, exhausted parents may wish they could know what’s going on inside their baby’s brain. Now, scientists hope clues could come with the help of a wearable brain imaging device. The new technology can track cognitive functions and may one day help identify early signs of autism or ADHD. ITV News science correspondent Martin Stew reports.
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