Sunday, August 30, 2026
Summary
NBC Nightly News covers the urgent search for missing hikers after flash floods in the Grand Canyon and ongoing rescue efforts in Nepal. The broadcast reports on US strikes against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz and the successful launch of NASA’s new telescope. Additionally, the episode highlights a dangerous jet flyover in Cape Town and Taylor Swift’s donation to a hero recovering from an accident.
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Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's
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Grand Canyon flash flooding and rescue efforts
Weather updates: Floods, wildfires, and heat waves
US strikes on Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz
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Sling TV college football streaming service
Home Depot Labor Day appliance sales
Nepal flood rescue efforts and missing persons
NASA's new telescope launch and mission details
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Sling TV college football streaming service
Home Depot Labor Day appliance sales
South Africa jet flyover and Taylor Swift donation
NBC Nightly News sign-off
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