1. Palestinian militant group Hamas said an Israeli strike killed its leader in Lebanon, while Hezbollah says it is ready for any Israeli land invasion the country.

2. Japan's incoming prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, said he will call a general election for Oct. 27.

3. Nepal began to grapple with damage wrought by deadly floods and landslides. At least 192 people died and 32 were still missing.

4. In the US, cleanup and recovery efforts got under way after Hurricane Helene claimed at least 90 lives.

5. China stocks surge in the biggest single-day rally since 2008.

6. BYD has informed the Chinese regulator it is recalling nearly 97,000 electric vehicles for a manufacturing fault involving a steering control unit that could lead to fire risks.