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Israel’s military launched more strikes on Lebanon today.

The latest: At least 100 people were killed and more than 400 wounded, Lebanese officials said. Attacks between Israel and Hezbollah threaten to expand to all-out war.

In New York: Middle East tensions are looming over President Joe Biden’s last big meeting at the United Nations this week. Follow live updates here.

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Donald Trump’s campaign has entered a turbulent phase in its final weeks.

How? He has shared false conspiracy theories, wavered on key policies and picked a fight with Taylor Swift. Increasingly, he’s painting a picture of a frightening (and imaginary) world.

Where things stand: Vice President Kamala Harris has moved the polls in her direction — but has more work to do. Find our poll tracker here.

Other news: Senior staff have quit Republican Mark Robinson’s campaign for North Carolina governor over old posts he allegedly wrote on a porn site.

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The suspect in the potential Trump assassination attempt will appear in court.

What to expect: Ryan Routh, 58, will attend a hearing in Florida today. He allegedly pointed a rifle into a golf course where Trump was playing.

In related news: Americans have increasingly soured on the Secret Service following the separate assassination attempt in July that wounded Trump, new polling shows.

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Lawmakers agreed to a deal to avert a looming government shutdown.

The details: The agreement, announced yesterday, would extend federal funding until Dec. 20. It also includes more money for the Secret Service and support for natural disaster victims.

What now? It’ll be a frenzied week in Congress. Republicans and Democrats will have to work together in both chambers to beat a Sept. 30 shutdown deadline.

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A health system will pay $65 million after a hack of nude patient photos.