**US Elections: Tim Walz and JD Vance Set to Debate for Vice Presidency – Live Updates** The vice-presidential candidates, Tim Walz and JD Vance, are gearing up for a pivotal debate in New York City, just weeks ahead of the US general election. In related news, President Joe Biden addressed the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which has reportedly left around 600 individuals missing or unaccounted for, according to estimates from the White House. During a conversation with North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, Biden described the situation as "catastrophic," noting that entire communities have been "wiped out." Biden emphasized the federal government's response, stating that thousands of personnel are being deployed to assist with search and rescue operations and to clear debris from collapsed structures. He expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the disaster, acknowledging the profound pain of uncertainty for those with missing loved ones. "It’s almost equally as bad missing, not knowing whether or not your brother or sister, husband, wife, son, or daughter are alive," he remarked.

Keir Starmer is set to travel to the United States for his third visit in just three months, as his aides work to arrange meetings with both presidential candidates, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Following his recent address at the Labour conference, the Prime Minister will attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York. During this event, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to advocate for a deal regarding the use of Storm Shadow missiles in the ongoing conflict with Russia. Starmer's team is optimistic about securing discussions with the candidates as he addresses key international issues in his speech.