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In an address to the United Nations General Assembly today, President Trump touted his administration’s foreign involvements — from taking over Venezuelan oil reserves to a new Greenland deal to possible future actions in Cuba. But what stood out the most was his warning to Iran, saying he was debating whether to “annihilate” the country or make a deal. NBC News senior White House correspondent Gabe Gutierrez breaks down the president’s threats and how world leaders reacted. Then, every year, roughly 2 million women in the U.S. enter perimenopause. OB-GYN Dr. Mary Claire Haver, author of “New Menopause,” explains why many women are unaware they have entered this new phase, what they can do to mitigate symptoms and the best and worst thing about perimenopause for your mental health. Finally, a group of states led by California have come to a settlement agreement with Paramount-Skydance, clearing the way for the company’s merger with Warner Brothers. NBC News business reporter Allie Canal breaks down why the states made a deal despite their strong objections to the merger and what impact it will have on Hollywood and the news industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Media organizations MS NOW, CNN and Politico are suing the Trump administration after some of their reporters were banned from the White House, arguing the president is violating their First Amendment rights. Today, the White House press TV pool, including NBC News, is suspending pooled coverage of President Donald Trump in response. Kelly O’Donnell, NBC News chief justice and national affairs correspondent, explains whether the ban will stand and how it will affect coverage heading into the U.N. General Assembly.Then, a U.S. official tells NBC News that Trump considered striking the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked him for help fighting, before deciding to hold off for now. NBC News chief international correspondent Keir Simmons breaks down why the U.S. is not assisting one of its key Middle Eastern allies and what the implications could be for the war with Iran.Plus, we’re two weeks into the NFL season and there have already been some high-profile injuries, unexpected blowouts and nail-biting finishes. NBC News sports reporter Andrew Greif tackles the biggest surprises of the season so far. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If there’s one issue driving this election, it’s affordability. With prices for everything from gas and groceries to healthcare and childcare rising, many Americans feel the American Dream is slipping out of reach. Meanwhile, Democrats think this could be the key to their comeback, while President Donald Trump calls affordability a “hoax” — but is still pitching $5,000 payments for every voter if Republicans maintain control of the House and the Senate.On Episode 2 of "Here’s the Scoop, Election Edition," NBC News chief White House correspondent Garrett Haake brings together NBC News senior policy reporter Shannon Pettypiece, former Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., and NBC News contributor Ashley Etienne, a former adviser to President Joe Biden, to discuss where voters are feeling the squeeze, why they don’t feel like the economy — or the government — is working for them and how the parties are responding on the campaign trail and beyond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hundreds of thousands of Iranians marched in the streets of Tehran today in a rally organized by the Iranian government to show a united front against the U.S. and Israel. NBC News international editor Babak Dehghanpisheh explains who those protesters are – and how Iranians are really feeling about the state of the war. Then, amid the recent rise of AI “doomerism,” Geoffrey Hinton, one of the so-called “godfathers of AI,” has said lawmakers have about a year to get the technology under control. But not everyone is in the doomer camp. Dr. Joanna Bryson, professor of ethics and technology at the Hertie School in Berlin, explains what the U.S. could learn from the E.U. and how government regulators could work collaboratively with companies to improve. Plus, a revealing new memoir by Princess Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, is striking a nerve with the British royals. The Telegraph’s royal correspondent India McTaggart explains the allegations and Buckingham Palace’s highly unusual response. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

House Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly canceled votes scheduled for today and sent representatives home early – ending the last session of Congress before the midterms. Johnson claims the House finished its business, but Democrats say it’s because Republicans are trying to sidestep a vote on a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. NBC News correspondent Julie Tsirkin breaks down why Massie’s resolution may have put the GOP on edge. Then, Canada is cozying up to Europe. Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke before the European Parliament this morning, after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the bloc’s first “associate member.” NBC News international reporter Matt Bodner explains what that designation would entail and what it could mean for the U.S. on the international stage. Finally, the animated sitcom “South Park” is back for Season 29 with its signature satire – and a new name. The Guardian’s Jesse Hassenger joins to talk about whether creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone will soften their political commentary after proving in Season 28 that a $1.5 billion deal with Paramount+ won’t tame them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.