Israel continues strikes on Iran and Lebanon
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Israel heavily bombed Iran's capital Tehran and Lebanon again overnight, announcing a "new phase" in the joint war launched almost a week ago with the U.S. Enia Krivine, with the Foundation for Defense and Democracies weighs in. 

Operation against Iran to "surge dramatically"
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Defense Secretary Hegseth says the operation against Iran will "dramatically surge"  This comes while Iran continues to strike Israel and neighboring countries not associated with the war. Iran sate media says it fired at Qatar, Saudi, Arabia & Bahrain, despite the US sinking a massive Iranian Drone Carrier at sea.

Iran launches cluster bombs after US sinks drone ship
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Iran says it launched cluster bombs and is continuing to launch missiles as The US–Iran war widens. On Wednesday a US submarine sank an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, killing at least 80 people. Alex Traiman with the Jewish News Syndicate weighs in. 

'We are exhausted’: Tampa rescue races to save accidental litter, begs community to foster

A Tampa rescue founder is pleading for fosters and volunteers after what she calls an "overwhelming" surge of owner surrenders, stray dogs and urgent cases. The influx includes 10 puppies from an accidental litter found living in a backyard kennel in Dover.

Assessing Iran’s military capabilities during conflict
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LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with political scientist Ben Radd, after Qatar's Defense Ministry reported that it intercepted a drone attack targeting the Al Udeid Air Base. The Al Udeid Air Base is also the headquarters of the U.S. military's Central Command. Ongoing conflict against Iran has now caused oil prices to rally following the latest escalations in the Middle East. Treasury yields also jumped with worries that higher inflation could keep the Federal Reserve from cutting interest rates. 

Trump says he wants role in picking Iran's next leader
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National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East amid "Operation Epic Fury."

US restores diplomatic relations with Venezuela
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We have learned this Thursday that the United States and Venezuela’s interim government have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations. The news of the reversal came from a State Department media note issued Thursday. "The United States and Venezuela’s interim authorities have agreed to reestablish diplomatic and consular relations," according to the State Department. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with National Security Analyst, Hal Kempfer, as the U.S. and Venezuela look to begin new joint ventures in South America. 

Tracking top political headlines from Washington, D.C.
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking about today’s top political headlines with Bo Erickson, a US politics correspondent with Reuters based in Washington, DC. Major headlines from today include Iran launching continued attacks against Israel, American bases, and other countries in the region. Additionally, Iran issued a direct threat to the United States following the torpedoing of an Iranian warship. We are also learning more after President Donald Trump said that he is replacing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. 

World energy markets react as Iran strikes continue
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We are learning from new reports that Iran launched new attacks Thursday on Israel, American bases and countries around the region. The ongoing conflict has had wide-ranging impacts on the world’s energy markets. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the evolving situation with Omar Qudrat, a former U.S. Department of Defense official and counter-terrorism prosecutor. Qudrat previously told Fox News, “as to global effects, Iran’s energy has always made its regime globally significant.” 

Noem leaves DHS, will now work to ‘dismantle cartels’
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Sophia Cai, a White House reporter at POLITICO and co-author of West Wing Playbook, as we hear Kristi Noem is leaving her current position at the Department of Homeland Security. President Donald Trump said he’s replacing Noem with Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin. Noem is the first Cabinet secretary to leave during Trump’s second term. 

DOJ signals it’s still digging into Biden autopen use despite reports probe fizzled

The Department of Justice indicated Thursday it is still investigating the legality of former President Joe Biden's use of an autopen despite reports that the probe has been shelved because prosecutors have been unable to identify any criminal charges to bring.

President Trump hosts 2025 MLS champions
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On Thursday, President Donald Trump hosts the 2025 Major League Soccer Cup champion Inter Miami FC team, including MLS star Lionel Messi, for a ceremony at the White House.

BREAKING: Hegseth gives CENTCOM update on Iran
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Admiral Brad Cooper gave a CENTCOM update on how war operations are going in Iran. 

ANALYSIS: Kristi Noem out as DHS Sec.
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Kristi Noem is being removed from her position as head of DHS and Secretary of Homeland Security in President Trump's cabinet, with Markwayne Mullin being suggested to replace her before being confirmed. 

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 33 latest updates

Thursday marks Day 33 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

Iran attacks Israel and US bases as war intensifies

Iran attacked Israel and American bases on Thursday and has threatened the United States for torpedoing an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean.

Boycott movement against ChatGPT grows amid OpenAI's Pentagon deal

An organization called QuitGPT claims that as of this week, more than 2.5 million people have either canceled their ChatGPT subscriptions, pledged to stop using the app or shared news of their boycott on social media.

Israel-US strikes: Iran vows retaliation amid strikes
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Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon addressed reporters amid strikes on Iran. Danon explained the 'reason' why the U.S. should be involved amid ongoing strikes.