Israel launches strikes in Gaza, testing ceasefire
The IDF launched an airstrike Saturday against Hamas militants in Gaza, testing the ceasefire agreement that began on October 10. National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
The IDF launched an airstrike Saturday against Hamas militants in Gaza, testing the ceasefire agreement that began on October 10. National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
U.S. continues to ramp up pressure on Venezuela
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the new reporting from Reuters the United States is set to launch a new phase of its Venezuela-related operations.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the new reporting from Reuters the United States is set to launch a new phase of its Venezuela-related operations.
Trump wants Ukraine to accept peace plan by Thanksgiving
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Donald Trump's desired timeline for Ukraine to accept his proposed peace plan.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Donald Trump's desired timeline for Ukraine to accept his proposed peace plan.
Spencer Lofranco, actor known for roles in 'Gotti,' 'Unbroken,' dies at 33
Spencer Lofranco's brother, Santino, shared the news of his brother's passing on Instagram.
Spencer Lofranco's brother, Santino, shared the news of his brother's passing on Instagram.
Man who ate slice of cake after breaking into home finally captured
Abeeb Hussain was connected to the burglary after his DNA was found on a cigarette butt left at the scene.
Abeeb Hussain was connected to the burglary after his DNA was found on a cigarette butt left at the scene.
Gustav Klimt painting with Nazi survival story becomes most expensive modern artwork
A Gustav Klimt painting that helped save the life of its Jewish subject during the Holocaust sold Tuesday to become the second most expensive painting in history.
A Gustav Klimt painting that helped save the life of its Jewish subject during the Holocaust sold Tuesday to become the second most expensive painting in history.
Prisoner sues over Vegemite ban, citing right to Australian culture
An Australian prisoner serving a life sentence for murder is suing the state of Victoria over its ban on Vegemite in prisons.
An Australian prisoner serving a life sentence for murder is suing the state of Victoria over its ban on Vegemite in prisons.
Which nations have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?: Full list, 42 of 48 clinch
The list of countries heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is growing. Following a thrilling round of November qualifiers, 42 nations have officially secured their place in the expanded 48-team tournament set for North America in 2026.
The list of countries heading to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is growing. Following a thrilling round of November qualifiers, 42 nations have officially secured their place in the expanded 48-team tournament set for North America in 2026.
Saudi prince visits WH for first time in 7 years
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Washington on Tuesday for his first White House visit in seven years. The meeting between Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump marks a pivotal moment in rebuilding ties between the two nations as the partnership remains central to American security and energy interests.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with retired Marine Intelligence Officer, Hal Kempfer, as Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Washington on Tuesday for his first White House visit in seven years. The meeting between Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump marks a pivotal moment in rebuilding ties between the two nations as the partnership remains central to American security and energy interests.
United Nations approves Trump admin’s plan for Gaza
We are now learning that the Trump administration's blueprint to govern Gaza secured approval at the United Nations on Monday. This marks what is a critical step in providing international support for U.S. efforts to move the territory toward peace after two years of war. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache has the latest comments from Ambassador Mike Waltz, who called the resolution "historic and constructive".
We are now learning that the Trump administration's blueprint to govern Gaza secured approval at the United Nations on Monday. This marks what is a critical step in providing international support for U.S. efforts to move the territory toward peace after two years of war. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache has the latest comments from Ambassador Mike Waltz, who called the resolution "historic and constructive".
Trump to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince on Tuesday
We are learning more as President Donald Trump is set to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House this week. The high-level talks are aimed at deepening economic and defense ties. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking to Jonathan Strum, a former Georgetown Professor of Israeli Law and Middle East Affairs, as both leaders are expected to sign several economic and defense agreements during the visit.
We are learning more as President Donald Trump is set to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House this week. The high-level talks are aimed at deepening economic and defense ties. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking to Jonathan Strum, a former Georgetown Professor of Israeli Law and Middle East Affairs, as both leaders are expected to sign several economic and defense agreements during the visit.
Israeli government briefing amid Gaza ceasefire
Israeli government spokesperson Shosh Bedrosian holds briefing in Tel Aviv.
Israeli government spokesperson Shosh Bedrosian holds briefing in Tel Aviv.
Trump: Venezuela's prison population released in U.S.
While speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, President Trump claimed that Venezuela's "prison population was released into the United States.
While speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One, President Trump claimed that Venezuela's "prison population was released into the United States.
U.S. launches operation to dismantle narco-terrorists
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the launch of an operation targeting narco-terror networks across Latin America. Hegseth says U.S. Southern Command and Joint Task Force Southern Spear will lead a mission to defend the homeland and dismantle narco-terrorists networks across the Western Hemisphere. The U.S. has carried out at least 20 strikes on alleged drug-tracking boats in recent months. National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the launch of an operation targeting narco-terror networks across Latin America. Hegseth says U.S. Southern Command and Joint Task Force Southern Spear will lead a mission to defend the homeland and dismantle narco-terrorists networks across the Western Hemisphere. The U.S. has carried out at least 20 strikes on alleged drug-tracking boats in recent months. National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
2 out of 5 younger women want to leave US for good, poll finds
The poll also found that for a second year in a row, one in five Americans said they would like to leave the U.S. and move to another country permanently.
The poll also found that for a second year in a row, one in five Americans said they would like to leave the U.S. and move to another country permanently.
Man who took bus on joyride 'did a great job,' continued to make stops
The man was charged with several counts including theft over $5,000 and obstructing police.
The man was charged with several counts including theft over $5,000 and obstructing police.
UK stops sharing some intel with US amid drug strikes
We are now hearing reports that the United Kingdom has stopped sharing some intelligence with the United States amid the White House's strikes on presumed drug boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. Retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall. Kempfer worked on the war on drugs under U.S. Southern Command.
We are now hearing reports that the United Kingdom has stopped sharing some intelligence with the United States amid the White House's strikes on presumed drug boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. Retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall. Kempfer worked on the war on drugs under U.S. Southern Command.
Several dead in explosion in New Delhi, India
Several people were killed in an explosion near the landmark Red Fort in a densely populated district of the Indian capital New Delhi, city authorities said. ANI editor-in-chief Smita Prakash joins LiveNOW's Stephanie Coueignoux to share the latest details of the incident.
Several people were killed in an explosion near the landmark Red Fort in a densely populated district of the Indian capital New Delhi, city authorities said. ANI editor-in-chief Smita Prakash joins LiveNOW's Stephanie Coueignoux to share the latest details of the incident.
German police arrest man accused of painting swastikas with own blood
German police have arrested a 31-year-old Romanian man accused of painting swastikas with his own blood on nearly 50 cars, mailboxes, and building facades.
German police have arrested a 31-year-old Romanian man accused of painting swastikas with his own blood on nearly 50 cars, mailboxes, and building facades.
Hamas continues to return bodies from Gaza
Hal Kempfer, retired Marine intelligence officer and national security analyst, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest out of Gaza, where the bodies of hostages continue to be released.
Hal Kempfer, retired Marine intelligence officer and national security analyst, joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss the latest out of Gaza, where the bodies of hostages continue to be released.



















