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It’s Monday, September 30 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• Tim Walz’s strategy for the upcoming VP debate

• United’s pizza party after an emergency landing

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

Walz’s debate strategy

Kamala's VP Tim Walz is gearing up for a debate against Trump's VP JD Vance. LA Times says Walz should focus on being relatable -- the move could connect him with rural voters and effectively counter JD Vance's intellectual style.

But NPR thinks Walz should play up his governing experience instead: He should highlight his legislative achievements to challenge JD Vance's storytelling chops.

Meanwhile, AP suggests he keeps it cool: Walz's calm demeanor will win debates by tackling policy over personal attacks, sticking to healthcare, education, and veterans' affairs.

ABC News says Walz is as pragmatic as they come. By dissecting Vance's policies and laying out alternatives, Walz will turn the VP debate into a battle of ideas.

United’s pizza party

Yahoo: A United Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing in Albuquerque, after a medical emergency on board. The pilot ordered pizza for all 150 stranded passengers amid limited dining options in the airport.

Johnny Jet thought it was a kind gestures: Despite the delay, the pilot personally served the pizzas personally! It's a show of exceptional customer care.

Indy100 says the passengers seemed to appreciate the gesture, too: A TikTok video captured passengers' gratitude.

The Daily Star said passengers were so impressed because gesture went beyond typical treatment: It's uncommon to see a “heartwarming” act from airlines .

1) After praising his Haitian workers, an Ohio businessman faces death threats, sparking discussions.

2) Evacuation and shelter-in-place orders issued after a chemical plant fire releases a chlorine plume.

3) An impending port strike on the US East Coast threatens major disruptions as negotiations stall.

4) VP Kamala Harris ends her west coast campaign early to address the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.