Milton, now a major storm, takes aim at battered Florida.

Tktktktk October 7, 2024 | [VIEW IN BROWSER]( [This is TODAY] Israel marks the anniversary of Oct. 7. Plus, Florida is about to be hit by a second hurricane less than two weeks after the devastation from Helene, and what to know before drinking apple cider this fall in order to avoid potential illness.   The Latest   [A year since the Oct. 7 attacks, tens of thousands have been killed and some fear a ‘forever war.']( Today marks one year since a [horrific terror attack]( on Israel by Hamas that triggered a bombing campaign and ground war in Gaza that has killed more than 40,000 Palestinians. Israeli families of many of the 250 hostages taken by Hamas remain in a [gut-wrenching limbo]( of not knowing if their loved ones are still alive, while the people of Gaza have endured a[humanitarian catastrophe](. Israel has since launched airstrikes and [a ground invasion](in Lebanon against the Iran-backed Hezbollah militia. “There’s no endgame — it’s starting to feel like a forever war,” a former U.S. envoy for Palestinian-Israeli relations told NBC News. [Here’s the latest](. ⛈️ Hurricane Milton strengthens into major storm ahead of landfall in Helen-battered Florida]([.]( Hurricane Milton is now a Category 3 major storm with 120 mph winds over the Gulf of Mexico that's expected to make [landfall in Florida on Wednesday](, the National Hurricane Center said. The same western coast that was struck by Hurricane Helene less than two weeks ago now faces life-threatening storm surge from Milton, and some areas are set to order mandatory evacuations starting today. [Here's the latest](. [🍎 Not all apple cider is safe to drink. Here's how to avoid getting sick](. Before you savor a glass of apple cider this fall, the FDA recommends making sure to check on one thing to [avoid getting food poisoning](. While most cider sold in stores is pasteurized, cider sold by the glass at health food stores, cider mills and farmers’ markets may not be. Here's [why unpasteurized cider can be potentially harmful](, plus tips to stay safe if you're making cider at home after a day of apple-picking.   Shop TODAY   Budget-friendly deals, gift guides and more from Shop TODAY. [Target Circle Week is here with deals on fashion, home and more, starting at $8]( The seven-day sales event includes thousands of discounts on everything from fall fashion to Halloween candy. Shop TODAY contributor Chassie Post is sharing the best deals right now. [SHOP NOW](   Start TODAY   Achieve your life and health goals with easy tips. Dr. Natalie Azar and Dr. John Torres discuss the rising risks of RSV and whooping cough this year, how to differentiate allergies from a more serious virus, and what you need to know about getting your flu and COVID vaccines this fall. [READ MORE]( [GET THE NEWSLETTER](   What's For Dinner?   Allow us to do the meal-planning for you Joy Bauer has four delicious recipes that will seamlessly fit into your breakfast, lunch and dinner lineup, from sheet-pan pancakes to a creamy and delicious taco casserole. [VIEW RECIPE]( [♡ SAVE RECIPE](   Daily Delight   A little pick-me-up before you go. A group of lovable cats had a [viral meow-ment]( when they left the usual confines of the house and strutted proudly around town in the [inaugural Toronto Cat Tour](. The three-mile tour on Sept. 8 featured 21 cats at 15 different stops, with people showing off their favorite feline with homemade outfits, custom stickers and more. [See the photos](.   Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you tomorrow. Written by Scott Stump | Edited by Philip Caulfield Enjoying This is TODAY? Invite a friend to[subscribe here.]( Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2024 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 [MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE](listvar=sub_today) | [PRIVACY]( | [SEND FEEDBACK](