Trump says Venezuela airspace should be closed
On Saturday, President Donald Trump said that the airspace “above and surrounding” Venezuela should be “closed in its entirety,” but gave no further details, as the U.S. ramps up pressure against Venezuela and their leader, Nicolás Maduro. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall brings retired marine intelligence officer Hal Kempfer into the conversation to discuss President Trump's remarks.
On Saturday, President Donald Trump said that the airspace “above and surrounding” Venezuela should be “closed in its entirety,” but gave no further details, as the U.S. ramps up pressure against Venezuela and their leader, Nicolás Maduro. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall brings retired marine intelligence officer Hal Kempfer into the conversation to discuss President Trump's remarks.
Trump says land strikes will begin in Venezuela
President Trump on Thursday said the U.S. will "very soon" begin stopping suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers "by land." LiveNOW's Austin Westfall spoke about the potential of land strikes with Hal Kempfer, retired Marine intelligence officer.
President Trump on Thursday said the U.S. will "very soon" begin stopping suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers "by land." LiveNOW's Austin Westfall spoke about the potential of land strikes with Hal Kempfer, retired Marine intelligence officer.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says chief of staff has resigned
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his chief of staff Andrii Yermak, after Yermak's residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators. Yermak was Ukraine's lead negotiator in talks with the U.S. He has long been a trusted confidant of Zelenskyy. FDD's Mark Montgomery joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss this development.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the resignation of his chief of staff Andrii Yermak, after Yermak's residence was searched by anti-corruption investigators. Yermak was Ukraine's lead negotiator in talks with the U.S. He has long been a trusted confidant of Zelenskyy. FDD's Mark Montgomery joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss this development.
U.S. pushes to build residential compounds in Gaza
The Trump administration is pushing to quickly build residential compounds for Palestinians in areas of Gaza that are currently controlled by Israel, according to The New York Times. Dr. Alon Burstein joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
The Trump administration is pushing to quickly build residential compounds for Palestinians in areas of Gaza that are currently controlled by Israel, according to The New York Times. Dr. Alon Burstein joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
Hong Kong high-rise fire: More bodies recovered as death toll continues to soar; 8 people arrested
The death toll surpassed 100 with many people still missing on Friday. Police have arrested eight more people involved in the building's renovation.
The death toll surpassed 100 with many people still missing on Friday. Police have arrested eight more people involved in the building's renovation.
Death toll continues to rise in Hong Kong high-rise fire as firefighters battle blaze for 2nd day
The exact cause of the blaze, which has left at least 94 dead, is not yet known.
The exact cause of the blaze, which has left at least 94 dead, is not yet known.
Hong Kong high-rise fire: death toll rises to 83
At least 83 people are dead, and hundreds more are missing after a fire at a high-rise complex in Hong Kong. The fire is one of the deadliest blazes in Hong Kong's modern history, according to the Associated Press.
At least 83 people are dead, and hundreds more are missing after a fire at a high-rise complex in Hong Kong. The fire is one of the deadliest blazes in Hong Kong's modern history, according to the Associated Press.
Hong Kong fire: 3 arrested as deadliest fire in years leaves dozens dead, hundreds missing
A massive fire swept through seven high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex, killing at least 44 people, injuring dozens and leaving 279 missing.
A massive fire swept through seven high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex, killing at least 44 people, injuring dozens and leaving 279 missing.
Pocket watch belonging to couple who died together on Titanic sells for $2.3M
Isidor and Ida Straus were famously depicted as the couple who were seen laying together in a bed while the Titanic sank in James Cameron's film.
Isidor and Ida Straus were famously depicted as the couple who were seen laying together in a bed while the Titanic sank in James Cameron's film.
Several dead after fire erupts at high-rise towers
At least 13 people are dead and several others are injured after a fire erupted at multiple high-rise towers in northern Hong Kong.
At least 13 people are dead and several others are injured after a fire erupted at multiple high-rise towers in northern Hong Kong.
US pushes to end Russia-Ukraine war
LiveNOW's Carel Lajara breaks down the latest developments in the Russia and Ukraine war with Ivana Stradner with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
LiveNOW's Carel Lajara breaks down the latest developments in the Russia and Ukraine war with Ivana Stradner with the Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
Kyiv resident speaks after news of Ukraine peace plan
FOX News reports that a peace deal has been reached to end the war in Ukraine. This agreement follows the swift reversal of three years of U.S.-led efforts under the Biden administration to isolate Russian President Putin, a change that was made in February after President Trump spoke with Putin on the phone. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is getting the latest reactions from those who live in Ukraine by speaking to a resident of Kyiv, Mark Savchuk.
FOX News reports that a peace deal has been reached to end the war in Ukraine. This agreement follows the swift reversal of three years of U.S.-led efforts under the Biden administration to isolate Russian President Putin, a change that was made in February after President Trump spoke with Putin on the phone. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is getting the latest reactions from those who live in Ukraine by speaking to a resident of Kyiv, Mark Savchuk.
Trump takes questions aboard AF1
President Donald Trump answered questions from reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday night. He left Washington D.C. to spend Thanksgiving in Palm Beach, Florida at Mar-a-Lago. Trump spoke on the Russia-Ukraine war and a variety of other topics.
President Donald Trump answered questions from reporters aboard Air Force One on Tuesday night. He left Washington D.C. to spend Thanksgiving in Palm Beach, Florida at Mar-a-Lago. Trump spoke on the Russia-Ukraine war and a variety of other topics.
Trump says he'll visit China in April
The Heritage Foundation's Andrew Harding joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss President Donald Trump's decision to visit China in April after this week's call with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The Heritage Foundation's Andrew Harding joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss President Donald Trump's decision to visit China in April after this week's call with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Trump: 'Tremendous Progress' on Ukraine peace talks
Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would see an end to the war with Russia with only "minor details" outstanding, a US official said. LiveNOW's Christina Evans breaks down the peace plan with Maria Snegovaya, a senior fellow for Russia and Eurasia with the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would see an end to the war with Russia with only "minor details" outstanding, a US official said. LiveNOW's Christina Evans breaks down the peace plan with Maria Snegovaya, a senior fellow for Russia and Eurasia with the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Miss Jamaica health update as Miss Universe org addresses ‘speculation’
The Miss Universe Organization is sharing more information about the health of Miss Jamaica, who has been hospitalized since falling off the stage last week.
The Miss Universe Organization is sharing more information about the health of Miss Jamaica, who has been hospitalized since falling off the stage last week.
Louvre jewel heist: Paris prosecutor announces 4 new arrests
Four people from the Paris region have been arrested in connection with the $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum last October.
Four people from the Paris region have been arrested in connection with the $102 million jewel heist at the Louvre Museum last October.
Ukraine peace deal made with Russia, US official says
Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would lead to the end of the war with Russia, a U.S. official told FOX News.
Ukraine has agreed to a peace deal that would lead to the end of the war with Russia, a U.S. official told FOX News.
Malaysia plans social media ban for those under 16
We are learning more tonight as Malaysia plans to ban social media accounts for people under 16 starting in 2026. The Asian nation would join Australia and a growing list of countries who are looking to tighten digital age limits for children. The announcement comes as Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this weekend that the Cabinet approved the move as part of a broader effort to protect young people across the country from cyberbullying and other types of online harm. LiveNOW’s J Russell is learning more about the proposed ban with Cybersecurity Expert, Andrew Sternke.
We are learning more tonight as Malaysia plans to ban social media accounts for people under 16 starting in 2026. The Asian nation would join Australia and a growing list of countries who are looking to tighten digital age limits for children. The announcement comes as Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this weekend that the Cabinet approved the move as part of a broader effort to protect young people across the country from cyberbullying and other types of online harm. LiveNOW’s J Russell is learning more about the proposed ban with Cybersecurity Expert, Andrew Sternke.
Trump to visit Beijing in 2026, state visit for Xi
President Donald Trump has announced he plans to visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year. The news comes after President Trump said he spoke with Xi on the phone Monday, nearly a month after the two leaders met in person in South Korea. Trump characterized his phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping as "very good."
President Donald Trump has announced he plans to visit Beijing in April and host China’s Xi for a state visit later next year. The news comes after President Trump said he spoke with Xi on the phone Monday, nearly a month after the two leaders met in person in South Korea. Trump characterized his phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping as "very good."