Day: September 26, 2024

9AM ET 09/26/2024 Newscast
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Hopes for a rapid ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah were quickly dashed this morning, as Israel’s prime minister says reports of an agreement are “incorrect.” President Joe Biden is ordering a surge of assistance to Ukraine ahead of Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to the White House today. Storm surge caused by Hurricane Helene may be “unsurvivable” in at least one part of Florida. A federal judge has approved a $600 million class-action settlement for the disastrous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Plus, a couple of new polls show the differences between those backing the presidential candidates.
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The US and allies are pushing for a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel, as intense fighting escalates across the border. Sources tell CNN that New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted. Thousands have been forced evacuate their homes before potentially catastrophic Hurricane Helene makes landfall today. Meryl Streep is helping rally action against the Taliban. Plus, the world’s longest serving death row inmate finally clears his name.
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AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the military’s recruiting has made a come back after some tough years — but there are difficulties ahead.

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AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on continuing violence in the Middle East; the Pope’s travels in northwest Europe; and pandas taken from the wild to join another panda family in Hong Kong.

AP correspondent Jennifer King reports that a Wisconsin mayor is stirring up controversy, carting away an absentee ballot box.