Cuba awaits sanctioned Russian oil shipment as US signals no objection
Cuba is preparing to receive a sanctioned Russian oil tanker carrying roughly 730,000 barrels of crude, potentially easing the island’s severe fuel shortages amid a U.S. oil blockade.
Cuba is preparing to receive a sanctioned Russian oil tanker carrying roughly 730,000 barrels of crude, potentially easing the island’s severe fuel shortages amid a U.S. oil blockade.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
A young man who moved from Connecticut to Israel last year to join the military was killed this weekend during a combat operation in Lebanon.
A young man who moved from Connecticut to Israel last year to join the military was killed this weekend during a combat operation in Lebanon.
Iran tensions rise after Houthi missile attack
We are learning more after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized President Donald Trump for his approach to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. This comes as Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel this weekend, raising concerns about the rebel group’s role in the ongoing Middle East conflict. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Joe Truzman, a senior research analyst and editor at FDD's Long War Journal, as Israel threatens to "escalate and expand" its campaign against Tehran.
We are learning more after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized President Donald Trump for his approach to the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. This comes as Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Israel this weekend, raising concerns about the rebel group’s role in the ongoing Middle East conflict. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Joe Truzman, a senior research analyst and editor at FDD's Long War Journal, as Israel threatens to "escalate and expand" its campaign against Tehran.
Ground operations possible as Iran war continues
Washington-based national security reporter with Reuters, Phil Stewart, is speaking with Andy Mac after reports that the Pentagon is now preparing for ground operations against Iran to go on for weeks. This new reporting comes to us from the Washington Post as Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen begin launching their first missiles toward Israel. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump extended his deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz as gas prices continue to rise across the globe.
Washington-based national security reporter with Reuters, Phil Stewart, is speaking with Andy Mac after reports that the Pentagon is now preparing for ground operations against Iran to go on for weeks. This new reporting comes to us from the Washington Post as Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen begin launching their first missiles toward Israel. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump extended his deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz as gas prices continue to rise across the globe.
North Korea tests more powerful solid-fuel engine for US-range missiles
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of an upgraded solid-fuel missile engine designed for weapons capable of reaching the U.S. mainland.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a test of an upgraded solid-fuel missile engine designed for weapons capable of reaching the U.S. mainland.
Rescued humpback whale stranded again in Germany’s Baltic Sea
A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.
A humpback whale that was freed after days trapped in shallow waters at a Baltic Sea resort in Germany has become stranded again.
Nestlé says 12 tons of KitKat bars stolen during transit across Europe
Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland.
Nestlé says about 12 tons of KitKat bars—roughly 413,000 individual candies—were stolen during transit from its production facility in Italy to Poland.
Iran latest: US troops wounded in missile attack at Saudi air base, AP reports
An Iranian missile attack reportedly wounded several U.S. troops and damaged several planes at an air base in Saudi Arabia.
An Iranian missile attack reportedly wounded several U.S. troops and damaged several planes at an air base in Saudi Arabia.
IOC chair announces ban on transgender athletes in female competitions in Olympic events
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Thursday a new policy that will bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s events at the Olympics. The policy will be in effect starting with the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Thursday a new policy that will bar transgender athletes from competing in women’s events at the Olympics. The policy will be in effect starting with the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Trump tells Iran to ‘get serious’ on negotiations
We are now watching as President Donald Trump announces a call for Iranian leaders to engage "before it is too late, because once that happens, there is NO TURNING BACK." Trump's post came a day after he claimed a deal with Iran is around the corner. The United States has reportedly pitched a 15-point ceasefire plan that was eventually rejected. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report, who is helping us to understand the different statements released by Iran and the U.S. on where negotiations stand.
We are now watching as President Donald Trump announces a call for Iranian leaders to engage "before it is too late, because once that happens, there is NO TURNING BACK." Trump's post came a day after he claimed a deal with Iran is around the corner. The United States has reportedly pitched a 15-point ceasefire plan that was eventually rejected. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Prof. Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report, who is helping us to understand the different statements released by Iran and the U.S. on where negotiations stand.
Melting ice sends tiny house drifting down river
Drone footage captured a rare and striking moment in Vilnius, Lithuania, showing a small summer house drifting down a river after becoming detached as ice began to melt.
Drone footage captured a rare and striking moment in Vilnius, Lithuania, showing a small summer house drifting down a river after becoming detached as ice began to melt.
Trump tells Iran to ‘get serious’ on negotiations after Tehran dismisses ceasefire proposal
Iran and the United States released conflicting statements over the progress of diplomatic efforts to end the war after Iran rejected a U.S. ceasefire proposal.
Iran and the United States released conflicting statements over the progress of diplomatic efforts to end the war after Iran rejected a U.S. ceasefire proposal.
Future Iran strikes tied to diplomacy outcome
We are learning more about the ongoing conflict against Iran as the U.S. military is reportedly planning to send at least 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. The Associated Press is also reporting that the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan in the near future. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a UCLA Political Scientist, as a new poll shows roughly 59% of Americans say U.S. military action during the conflict has been excessive.
We are learning more about the ongoing conflict against Iran as the U.S. military is reportedly planning to send at least 1,000 more troops to the Middle East. The Associated Press is also reporting that the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States in Pakistan in the near future. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Dr. Benjamin Radd, a UCLA Political Scientist, as a new poll shows roughly 59% of Americans say U.S. military action during the conflict has been excessive.
Trump says negotiations with Iran are ongoing
We are getting the latest updates as conflict continues across the Middle East in the wake of President Donald Trump’s ongoing war with Iran. While speaking to Republicans at a fundraiser in Washington, D.C., Trump insisted that Iran is still interested in cutting a deal. During the event, Trump went on to say, "They’re also afraid they’ll be killed by us," before quipping that no one wanted to lead Iran for fear of being assassinated. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as global energy concerns related to the conflict in the Middle East continues to impact trade around the world.
We are getting the latest updates as conflict continues across the Middle East in the wake of President Donald Trump’s ongoing war with Iran. While speaking to Republicans at a fundraiser in Washington, D.C., Trump insisted that Iran is still interested in cutting a deal. During the event, Trump went on to say, "They’re also afraid they’ll be killed by us," before quipping that no one wanted to lead Iran for fear of being assassinated. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as global energy concerns related to the conflict in the Middle East continues to impact trade around the world.
President Trump’s visit to China set for May after being postponed by Iran war
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
‘Lion King’ lyrics lawsuit: Comedian sued for $27M over viral translation
Comedian Learnmore Jonasi is being sued over his now-viral translation of the iconic “Lion King” chant, with the composer saying the intentional mistranslation denigrates its cultural significance.
Comedian Learnmore Jonasi is being sued over his now-viral translation of the iconic “Lion King” chant, with the composer saying the intentional mistranslation denigrates its cultural significance.
Trump says Iran negotiations ongoing as US strikes two-thirds of country's munitions plants
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
The Trump administration reportedly offered the ceasefire plan to Iran as the U.S. appears to look for an end to the war even as more troops head to the Middle East.
Heartwarming homecoming for American held in captivity for over a year in Afghanistan
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
Dennis Coyle, the American man released by the Afghanistan government after more than a year in captivity, is back on U.S. soil where loved ones were on hand to greet him.
Trump's approval rating hit new low amid Iran war, recent poll finds
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
President Donald Trump’s approval rating has slipped recently, according to a recent poll.
Drivers play rock, paper, scissors to pass time in traffic jam
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.
A traffic jam in South Africa took an amusing turn as two drivers faced off in a game of rock, paper, scissors.