Israel's killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah dominated the news cycle. The strike, reportedly using 80 tons of bunker-buster bombs, sent shockwaves across the Middle East. Israel continued its air campaign against Hezbollah, killing seven top commanders and expanding strikes to Yemen. The conflict's escalation raised concerns of a wider regional war, with Iran calling for an emergency UN meeting. In domestic news, Hurricane Helene's aftermath unfolded, with the death toll rising past 100 in the Southeast. North Carolina faced devastating flooding, drawing comparisons to Hurricane Katrina. Political coverage included Trump's appearance at a football game and "Saturday Night Live's" season premiere reflecting the energized election season. The Austrian far-right party's historic win in national elections also made headlines.