U.S. government staff in Mexico now free from curfew
We have heard the stories of a number of Americans who were stuck in Mexico as violence stemming from the killing of a cartel leader spilled out into the streets. CJNG leader "El Mencho" was killed this past Sunday during a Mexican army raid which was reportedly supported by U.S. intelligence. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after the United States Embassy in Mexico issued a security alert Wednesday which signaled a return to normalcy for government employees.
We have heard the stories of a number of Americans who were stuck in Mexico as violence stemming from the killing of a cartel leader spilled out into the streets. CJNG leader "El Mencho" was killed this past Sunday during a Mexican army raid which was reportedly supported by U.S. intelligence. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, after the United States Embassy in Mexico issued a security alert Wednesday which signaled a return to normalcy for government employees.
Cuba: Boat from Florida opened fire on soldiers
We are getting the latest information tonight after Cuba's government said Wednesday that the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the United States. They went on to claim that the passengers were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. According to Cuban officials, the incident occurred on the morning of Feb. 25, 2026, near the El Pino channel in Cayo Falcones, located within the Villa Clara province. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall has the latest updates after Cuban authorities said the boat had a Florida registration number of ‘FL7726SH’.
We are getting the latest information tonight after Cuba's government said Wednesday that the 10 passengers on a boat that opened fire on its soldiers were armed Cubans living in the United States. They went on to claim that the passengers were trying to infiltrate the island and unleash terrorism. According to Cuban officials, the incident occurred on the morning of Feb. 25, 2026, near the El Pino channel in Cayo Falcones, located within the Villa Clara province. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall has the latest updates after Cuban authorities said the boat had a Florida registration number of ‘FL7726SH’.
American tourist killed in Thailand as love triangle turns deadly during violent confrontation: police
An American was killed in Thailand in what authorities describe as a violent love triangle involving his ex-girlfriend, her new boyfriend and three others.
An American was killed in Thailand in what authorities describe as a violent love triangle involving his ex-girlfriend, her new boyfriend and three others.
Cartel leader killing in Mexico sparks tourist panic
"El Mencho" has been killed in Mexico causing far-reaching impacts for American tourists. "El Mencho," whose real name is Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most powerful cartels in Mexico. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Will Carless, who covers extremism and emerging issues for USA Today, who has more information on the aftermath of the cartel leader’s death.
"El Mencho" has been killed in Mexico causing far-reaching impacts for American tourists. "El Mencho," whose real name is Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most powerful cartels in Mexico. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Will Carless, who covers extremism and emerging issues for USA Today, who has more information on the aftermath of the cartel leader’s death.
Fallout after cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed
We are gathering more information out of Mexico after the notorious Mexican cartel leader known as "El Mencho" was killed, throwing many parts of the nation into chaos. Attention is now focused on the effects on travelers and visitors to some of the nation's favorite coastal destinations. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Emily Green, the Chief Correspondent for Reuters in Mexico and Central America as the death of "El Mencho" sparks continued fallout in nearly a dozen Mexican states due to reactions from the cartel.
We are gathering more information out of Mexico after the notorious Mexican cartel leader known as "El Mencho" was killed, throwing many parts of the nation into chaos. Attention is now focused on the effects on travelers and visitors to some of the nation's favorite coastal destinations. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Emily Green, the Chief Correspondent for Reuters in Mexico and Central America as the death of "El Mencho" sparks continued fallout in nearly a dozen Mexican states due to reactions from the cartel.
Attack on Iran would have low support in US, poll finds
Most Americans would oppose the U.S. initiating an attack on Iran, a new poll found, as tensions with the country continue to rise and bring the threat of a war in the Middle East once again.
Most Americans would oppose the U.S. initiating an attack on Iran, a new poll found, as tensions with the country continue to rise and bring the threat of a war in the Middle East once again.
Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson released on bail after being arrested in Epstein probe
British police arrested Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
British police arrested Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed: Why kingpin's death is causing chaos
The death of notorious Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho" has thrown parts of Mexico into chaos, with far-reaching impacts to travel and American tourists in seaside towns.
The death of notorious Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho" has thrown parts of Mexico into chaos, with far-reaching impacts to travel and American tourists in seaside towns.
Airlines cancel flights to parts of Mexico amid reports of cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed
The US State Department has issued a travel warning for multiple parts of Mexico, including Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara.
The US State Department has issued a travel warning for multiple parts of Mexico, including Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara.
Trump's Greenland hospital ship gets a 'no thank you'
Greenland is saying “no thanks” after President Trump said over the weekend that he was sending a Navy hospital ship there because people are sick and lack care.
Greenland is saying “no thanks” after President Trump said over the weekend that he was sending a Navy hospital ship there because people are sick and lack care.
Navy reservist accused of murdering wife believed to have fled to Hong Kong
A Navy reservist on active duty is accused of murdering his wife in Virginia before fleeing to Hong Kong, according to the FBI.
A Navy reservist on active duty is accused of murdering his wife in Virginia before fleeing to Hong Kong, according to the FBI.
Video shows terrifying moment when avalanche collides with moving train
A passenger on a train traveling through the Swiss Alps captured the harrowing moment when an avalanche crashed into the moving train.
A passenger on a train traveling through the Swiss Alps captured the harrowing moment when an avalanche crashed into the moving train.
Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Huge lines are forming outside a small zoo in Japan, all for one tiny monkey and the stuffed animal he refuses to let go of.
Trump warns Iran over nuclear program
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Professor Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as the clock keeps ticking for President Donald Trump to make a decision on whether or not military strikes on Iran are necessary. According to the Wall Street Journal, who are reporting exclusively, President Trump is weighing an initial limited strike to force Iran into a nuclear deal.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Professor Alon Burstein from the @Israel-Palestine-Report as the clock keeps ticking for President Donald Trump to make a decision on whether or not military strikes on Iran are necessary. According to the Wall Street Journal, who are reporting exclusively, President Trump is weighing an initial limited strike to force Iran into a nuclear deal.
Reactions to the arrest of former Prince Andrew
We are getting the latest reactions from Kinsey Schofield, a U.S. based journalist who covers the Royal Family, as the brother of the UK's King Charles III was released after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is being investigated by police after reports that the former Prince provided trade reports to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Fox News anchor and senior correspondent, Eric Shawn, as reactions from around the world begin to emerge following Andrew’s arrest.
We are getting the latest reactions from Kinsey Schofield, a U.S. based journalist who covers the Royal Family, as the brother of the UK's King Charles III was released after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is being investigated by police after reports that the former Prince provided trade reports to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Fox News anchor and senior correspondent, Eric Shawn, as reactions from around the world begin to emerge following Andrew’s arrest.
Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
Former Prince Andrew, the brother of the UK's King Charles III, was released after being arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Former Prince Andrew, the brother of the UK's King Charles III, was released after being arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
RPT: Trump admin moves closer to conflict with Iran
According to Axios's Barak Ravid, the Trump administration is closer to a significant military escalation in the Middle East, specifically with Iran. Early reports this week indicate the conflict could begin shortly. Sources say that a U.S. military operation against Iran would likely be a substantial effort in the region. Professor Alon Burstein is the host of the @Israel-Palestine-Report and he joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall as the threat of a full-fledged war between the United States and Iran continues to rise.
According to Axios's Barak Ravid, the Trump administration is closer to a significant military escalation in the Middle East, specifically with Iran. Early reports this week indicate the conflict could begin shortly. Sources say that a U.S. military operation against Iran would likely be a substantial effort in the region. Professor Alon Burstein is the host of the @Israel-Palestine-Report and he joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall as the threat of a full-fledged war between the United States and Iran continues to rise.
Taylor Swift concert terror plot in 2024 leads to terrorism charges against 21-year-old man
Prosecutors said the man allegedly planned to attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts, which police cancelled in August 2024 after they stopped the terror plot.
Prosecutors said the man allegedly planned to attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts, which police cancelled in August 2024 after they stopped the terror plot.
U.S. boat strikes kill 11; Russia-Ukraine peace talks
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as we hear reports that the U.S. military conducted airstrikes on three vessels it says were operated by "designated terrorist organizations." U.S. Southern Command announced 11 people were killed in the airstrikes, all of them male. We are also hearing more as delegations from Moscow and Kyiv met in Geneva on Tuesday for another round of U.S.-brokered peace talks. The meeting comes about a week before the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as we hear reports that the U.S. military conducted airstrikes on three vessels it says were operated by "designated terrorist organizations." U.S. Southern Command announced 11 people were killed in the airstrikes, all of them male. We are also hearing more as delegations from Moscow and Kyiv met in Geneva on Tuesday for another round of U.S.-brokered peace talks. The meeting comes about a week before the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Tourist arrested after destroying multiple check-in kiosks in Hong Kong airport rampage
A shocking scene unfolded inside Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Monday when a man was seen pushing over check-in kiosks and trying to smash them with a metal pole.
A shocking scene unfolded inside Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Monday when a man was seen pushing over check-in kiosks and trying to smash them with a metal pole.