Podcasts about Evening News

Several NATO allies are pushing back on President Donald Trump's plan to impose new tariffs on European countries if they don't agree to a U.S. purchase of Greenland. What could this mean for Greenland's future—amid growing pressure from China and Russia?The Department of Justice says it's working around the clock to investigate a disruption that took place at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Sunday. Activists entered Cities Church during a service, shouting “ICE out” and “Justice for Renee Good.”Dozens are reported dead after a major high-speed train collision in Spain. Relatives are still searching for family members who may have survived the crash. The Spanish prime minister says investigators will determine what caused the incident.

Winter snow is falling across the east Seaboard—from New York all the way to Florida. Slippery driving conditions are a major concern, and New York city is taking extra precautions.The Trump administration might send 1,500 active-duty soldiers to Minnesota. Arian Pasdar has what the president says about the ongoing violence against immigration law enforcement agents.Can Greenland be a counter to China in rare earths? The author of “Mineral War” and veteran of the mineral industry joins us in studio to unpack it all.Joint pain is one of the top reasons Americans seek care. A renowned orthopedic surgeon shares what you can do to protect your joints and prevent arthritis.And, if you've ever wanted to be a Samurai, now's your chance. A new museum in Tokyo is celebrating Japan's elite warriors.

The United States today announced new tariffs on European nations over the Greenland issue. President Donald Trump said the sanctions start on Feb. 1 and won't stop until a deal is reached.In a new development in the Iranian protests, Trump today called for a change in Iran's leadership. That follows a more conciliatory tone a day earlier, when Trump thanked the regime for canceling the executions of anti-regime protesters.After Trump announced the formation of a Gaza Board of Peace to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, the Israeli prime minister's office said on X today that the board's composition “was not coordinated with Israel and runs contrary to its policy.” It also said Israel's foreign affairs minister will contact U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the issue.

President Donald Trump is warning of consequences for what he calls “agitators” and “insurrectionists” in Minnesota. That comes as the Department of Homeland Security says that over the past five weeks, 2,500 illegal immigrants have been arrested in Minneapolis.Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he is ready to lead the country through a transition but is urging Western countries to take action against the regime to complete its collapse. Meanwhile, the White House is detailing phase two of Trump's Gaza peace plan. This comes after Trump announced the formation of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.Canada has struck a deal with China. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa will cut its tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, while China lowers its tariff on Canadian canola. Carney announced the agreement after meetings in Beijing, where he and Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping pledged to improve relations. Trump said today he has no objection to the deal.

The Department of Homeland Security says an ICE agent was assaulted by three criminal illegal immigrants Wednesday night in Minnesota. DHS says the agent, fearing for his life, fired his weapon defensively and struck one of the suspects in the leg. President Donald Trump is now threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act, calling the anti-ICE protests in Minnesota a travesty, as the White House doubles down on defending law enforcement.Protests in Iran appear to have quieted down. This comes after reports that more than 12,000 protesters were killed, while the Iranian regime continues mass arrests of individuals it labels terrorists. Meanwhile, several European countries are sending soldiers to Greenland, as Trump increases calls to protect the island from adversaries—especially China and Russia.Trump today met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the White House. The meeting comes as the U.S. military confirms the seizure of a sixth sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.

Disturbing numbers are being reported from Iran's protests. According to the London-based outlet Iran International, at least 12,000 people have been killed. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump says he's been told by “important sources” that Iran has stopped killing anti-regime protesters. This comes as the president weighs possible U.S. military intervention in Iran.The president is also renewing his vow to acquire Greenland, calling anything less than Greenland in U.S. hands “unacceptable.” He cites national security risks, warning the territory could otherwise fall under the influence of Russia and China.The United States is pausing all visa processing for 75 countries, including Somalia, Russia, Nigeria, Cuba, Pakistan, and Thailand. The pause is set to begin Jan. 21 and will continue indefinitely, as the state department reassess its screening and vetting procedures.

A human rights group says the death toll from Iran's protests has now surpassed 2,000. The actual number is feared to be much higher. President Donald Trump is urging Iranian regime leaders to “show humanity” while encouraging protesters to “take over” institutions.The Supreme Court on Tuesday heard oral arguments on whether restrictions on transgender athletes in girls' sports violate civil rights law. The states argue that in women's sports, biology matters.The Trump administration has revoked Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Somalis living in the United States, saying Somalia no longer meets the law's requirements for TPS. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security is calling on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to honor over 1,300 ICE detainers.

President Donald Trump vows that any country doing business with Iran will face a 25 percent U.S. tariff. This comes as the president warns he may carry out strikes against Iran over its violent crackdown on anti-regime protests. A human rights group says the death toll from the unrest has now risen to 572.Trump is set to meet with the Venezuelan opposition leader later this week, as the administration warns Americans in Venezuela to “leave the country immediately.”Immigration law enforcement operations are not slowing down in Minnesota. Last week, 2,000 federal agents were sent to the state, with more expected this week. The Department of Homeland Security says agents faced 10 car-ramming attacks last week. The state of Minnesota and the Twin Cities are now suing the Trump administration, with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison calling the recent immigration law enforcement operations a “federal invasion.”

President Donald Trump is warning Cuba to make a deal with the United States, adding that oil deliveries will be cut off. We have more on Cuba's ties to Venezuelan oil and what officials say the country has been trading in return.As protests in Iran continue, the regime is now threatening to attack U.S. outposts in the region. Arian Pasdar has what Trump is saying about the current situation.What's next for Venezuela's oil? Trump says oil companies will spend $100 billion to rebuild the industry there. Our panel unpacks what this means for the region and the world.A neurologist explains why the onset of Alzheimer's isn't random or inevitable, sharing details on what steps can be taken to lower risk.And mythical dragons and emperors have touched down in Paris with an exhibition capturing the mystery of China's mythological beast. Find out which eras the exhibition spans and what separates Chinese dragons from those in western folklore.

U.S. forces struck multiple ISIS targets across Syria this afternoon, as U.S. representatives met with Syria's president. The strikes were in response to the deadly ISIS attack on U.S. and Syrian soldiers last month, which resulted in the deaths of two American soldiers and one civilian interpreter.Mass protests in Iran are showing no signs of slowing down. Today on Truth Social, U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is looking at freedom “perhaps like never before,” and that the United States stands ready to help.Anti-ICE protests continue in Minnesota—with many others reportedly planned across the country this weekend—in response to the death of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. Last night in Minneapolis, police detained 30 protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Police say demonstrators targeted a series of hotels where they suspected immigration agents were staying, forced their way into hotel lobbies, and caused damage.

President Trump meets with top oil executives at the White House today, discussing a possible return to Venezuela to rebuild its oil infrastructure. This comes as the U.S. has seized a fifth sanctioned oil tanker with links to Venezuela in the Caribbean, as others attempt to evade U.S. law enforcement.New footage of Wednesday's shooting by an ICE agent in Minnesota appears to show that the officer was struck by the protester's vehicle. Meanwhile, federal immigration officers shot and wounded two people in a vehicle in Portland on Thursday. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the driver attempted to run agents over during a targeted vehicle stop. DHS says the two individuals are affiliates of Tren de Aragua, which the U.S. has designated a foreign terrorist organization.Protests against the Iranian regime continue across Iran. Fires were seen burning in the capital alongside the latest demonstrations. Internet and phone lines were cut nationwide as the protests began. The Human Rights Activists News Agency says the death toll has now risen to 62.

Tensions are high in Minneapolis after an ICE officer fatally shot a woman yesterday. The Department of Homeland Security says protesters weaponized vehicles to attack federal officers four times yesterday alone. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has authorized the Minnesota National Guard to support local law enforcement in maintaining peace and public safety during demonstrations.The Senate today advanced consideration of a war powers resolution regarding Venezuela. Five Republicans joined Democrats, but the Senate still has two more procedural votes ahead, and the president could veto the legislation. Meanwhile, the House passed a Democratic bill that would extend the expired Affordable Care Act enhanced credits for three more years.The Trump administration is withdrawing the United States from 66 international organizations, conventions, and treaties that it says go against the country's interests. Among them, 31 are tied to the United Nations.

President Donald Trump is defending law enforcement after another alleged attack on Wednesday on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Officials say a Minneapolis protester used her car to try to run over an ICE officer, who fired shots in response. Local authorities are calling on ICE to leave Minnesota after the deadly incident.Trump announced a deal under which the U.S. will sell sanctioned Venezuelan oil, between 30 million and 50 million barrels, with proceeds partly allocated to Venezuela on the condition that it purchases only American products.The U.S. confirmed the seizure of two more sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela. One was seized in the Caribbean and the other in the North Atlantic near Iceland.

In episode 1985, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and producer of the monthly Facial Recognition Comedy show, Pallavi Gunalan, to discuss… The New And Improved CBS Evening News Was A Total Clusterfuck, Guess What Trump Is Talking About In This Speech, Machado Still Trying To Get That Trump Co-Sign, Speaking of OIL, Stranger Things Fans Are Going Full QAnon After Series Finale and more! Tony Dokoupil’s ‘CBS Evening News’ Debut Is an Inauspicious Sign of Where CBS News Is Headed New CBS Evening News Anchor Tony Dokoupil Says News Has ‘Put Too Much Weight’ on Academics and Elites: ‘The Press Has Missed the Story' The "new" CBS Evening News MAGA-Coded CBS Anchor Tony Dokoupil Ripped for Walter Cronkite Jab Bari Weiss names Tony Dokoupil, who defended Israel on-air in closely scrutinized interview, to top CBS News anchor job CBS Rebukes Anchor Over Tense Interview With Ta-Nehisi Coates CBS Mornings' Tony Dokoupil Says His Children in Israel Are Safe amid Hamas Attacks: 'Roller Coaster Weekend' CBS News staff grouse over ‘mediocre’ Tony Dokoupil getting ‘Evening News’ gig: ‘It’s an insult’ MAGA-Coded CBS Anchor Falls Apart in Evening News Debut CBS’ new guy. I think we’re good here. Guess What Trump Is Talking About In This Speech Trump tells Republicans to be ‘flexible’ on abortion restriction demands in health care Machado Still Trying To Get That Trump Co-Sign Stranger Things ends with divisive finale – as ‘disappointed’ fans bemoan ‘stupidest’ plot decision What Is Conformity Gate? Explaining the Theory That ‘Stranger Things’ Pulled a Finale Fake-Out No, There’s No Secret ‘Stranger Things’ Episode 9 Tomorrow: Conformity Gate Isn’t Real Netflix Crashes Again as ‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Finale Premieres ‘Stranger Things’ Finale Delivers $25M+ To Movie Theaters After New Year’s Play, More Than 60% Of That From AMC – Box Office Update All the convincing evidence that a secret Stranger Things episode is coming this week Over 750,000 disappointed fans sign petition to remake the final season of 'Game of Thrones' Inside the Real-Life Time-Travel Experiment That Inspired 'Stranger Things' The mysterious Montauk Project and its outlandish conspiracy theories Anatomy of a Hoax: The Philadelphia Experiment Fifty Years Later LISTEN: Punk Rocky by A$AP RockySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump provided new details on Operation Absolute Resolve—the mission that led to the capture of former Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife—on Tuesday. Trump touted the operation's success and vowed to address not only Venezuela, but other countries serving as proxies for America's adversaries. In reaction to his remarks, European leaders today voiced support for Denmark over Greenland and called for stronger collective Arctic security through NATO.The president delivered wide-ranging remarks to House Republicans at the Trump–Kennedy Center this morning, outlining the party's agenda for the year ahead and eulogizing California Republican Representative Doug LaMalfa, who passed away Monday at the age of 65. Meanwhile, lawmakers are preparing to vote on a minibus bill to advance government funding ahead of the Jan. 31 deadline, in an effort to avert another government shutdown.The CDC has announced major changes to its vaccine recommendations, reducing the number of shots advised for all children. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is moving to halt more than $10 billion in child care and social services funding to five states over concerns that benefits may have gone to non-citizens. The pause would affect California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York.

President Donald Trump is laying out his plans for Venezuela, two days after the capture of former regime leader Nicolás Maduro. The president also says Cuba's communist government may be on the verge of collapse following Maduro's arrest, and added remarks that fueled speculation about potential U.S. policy moves involving Colombia, Mexico, and Greenland. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty today during an arraignment hearing in Manhattan. The pair face charges including narco-terrorism conspiracy, drug trafficking, and weapons offenses. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced he will not seek reelection this year. The decision comes amid mounting pressure tied to alleged fraud in the state that has drawn increased scrutiny. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is censuring Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) for “reckless misconduct,” after Kelly and five other Democratic lawmakers urged U.S. service members in a video message last November to refuse what they called “illegal orders.”

Venezuela's supreme court has named another socialist figure as the country's interim leader. At the same time, Venezuelan refugees are celebrating an end to autocratic rule. That's in light of the fall of socialist leader Nicolás Maduro.A human rights group has said that Iranian forces have killed 17 protesters during recent demonstrations. This comes after President Donald Trump said the United States would intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters.As for the global impact of the strikes in Venezuela and what signal this sends, our panel breaks it down.And in a rare treat for art lovers, 17th century masterpieces by Rembrandt—and the people he inspired—are on display at an exhibition in the Sunshine State. Find out how many artists are featured in the exhibition.

The United States announced the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, after overnight strikes in the capital city, Caracas. The operation followed months of increasing pressure by the Trump administration.President Donald Trump said the United States lost no aircraft and had no casualties in the operation.Maduro and his wife were transported to the USS Iwo Jima before being flown to the United States to face indictments, including on narco-terrorism. Trump announced that the United States will run Venezuela until "we can do a safe, proper, and judicious transition."

President Donald Trump on Jan. 2 vowed to come to the aid of the opposition in Iran if protesters are killed by the Tehran regime. Several people have already been killed in the Islamic Republic after demonstrations over the nation's ailing economy turned violent, Iranian media and rights groups reported earlier.Prosecutors in Switzerland say sparklers likely caused the fire that left at least 40 people dead on New Year's Eve. Many of the victims were foreigners. Americans were in the alpine town, but it's not yet clear if any are among the victims.

Welcome to 2026! Think about where the country was one year ago, and how much the Trump Administration did in 2025. A listener call-in on looking forward to 2026. We're joined by Johnny Estes, Vice President of Operations, and Shannon Estes, President of CMI Gold & Silver. Newly-inaugurated New York City Mayor Mamdani (D) pledges to replace "…the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism." CBS News has a new Evening News anchor, Tony Dokoupil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a statement on Truth Social on Wednesday, President Donald Trump said he will withdraw National Guard troops from multiple U.S. cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. He said crime has been “greatly reduced by having these great Patriots in those cities.” The announcement came after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Trump could not deploy National Guard troops to protect federal immigration agents.The White House says it is ramping up resources to hold people accountable for alleged rampant fraud in Minnesota. The Department of Health and Human Services says it's freezing all child care payments to the state and putting additional safeguards in place.Moscow today released video footage of a downed drone, two days after accusing Ukraine of launching more than 90 drones in an alleged attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence. Trump told reporters, "I was very angry about it." The United States is still working to find out what happened, he said.

About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, after a fire ripped through a bar's New Year celebration in a Swiss Alpine resort less than two hours after midnight on Thursday, police said. Authorities did not immediately have an exact count of the deceased.A significant escalation in the recent unrest in Iran. For the first time, authorities are reporting deaths. A Washington-based non-profit in Iran said two demonstrators were killed during protests in Lordegan and state-run IRNA news agency is reporting that a Guard member was killed. The recent uprising is over rising prices, inflation, and cost of living, as well as the country's currency plummeting.Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's mayor just past midnight on Thursday, becoming the first Muslim, South Asian, and Africa-born leader of the nation's largest city. Mamdani's democratic socialist platform, promising to tackle affordability, led him to the office at just 34 years old.

Anthony Albanese again defends the decision not to call a national royal commission into the Bondi terror attack, newly released cabinet papers from 2005 reveal government decision-making on national security; Australia's T20 World Cup squad announced.

The United States struck another drug-carrying vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, amid a major military buildup in the Caribbean. The move follows President Donald Trump's announcement that U.S. forces destroyed a drug boat loading facility inside Venezuela last week.Russia has yet to provide evidence backing its claim that Ukraine attacked the residence of President Vladimir Putin with drones, as the U.S. ambassador to NATO publicly cast doubt on Moscow's accusation. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party fired missiles around Taiwan for a second day, continuing large-scale drills encircling the island. Some analysts say the maneuvers appear to rehearse an invasion rather than follow routine exercises.And tensions spiked between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The UAE says it's voluntarily withdrawing its last remaining military forces from Yemen, following Saudi airstrikes on a southern Yemeni port city. Saudi Arabia claims the strikes targeted a weapons shipment allegedly sent from the UAE to support separatist forces.

How the courts handled a repeat armed robber in the Cash Wiz case, and what the sentence signals as Cayman heads into a new year.Planning for an ageing Cayman – the Pines' new Silver Thatch Residences and why a CI$600,000 seed grant is being called a critical investment in senior care.And looking beyond New Year's Eve –calls to lock in new protected areas for Little Cayman's World Heritage ambitions.

Australians prepare to enjoy the New Year's Eve fireworks; aid groups condemn Israel's suspension of their operations in Gaza; and in sports, a new overall winner named in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago on Monday to discuss advancing a Gaza ceasefire plan. Trump said reconstruction in Gaza could begin soon and again called on Hamas to disarm, warning that if it does not, countries backing the peace effort would “wipe out Hamas.” He also warned Iran not to rebuild its nuclear facilities, saying the United States would very quickly “eradicate that buildup.”The Kremlin claims Ukraine launched an overnight drone attack targeting the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, alleging an attempted assassination involving more than 90 drones. This comes just one day after Ukraine said both sides had agreed on most elements of a potential deal, with Moscow now saying its position in the negotiations will be reviewed. Ukraine has denied claims of an attack, calling it a lie from Russia.In another U.S. military action targeting Venezuelan drug traffickers, Trump announced that American forces destroyed a major facility inside Venezuela. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party has launched a two-day, large-scale military drill surrounding Taiwan, as the United States and Japan increase their support for the self-governing island.

In the news, Police idetnify a man that was recently found dead. Toursim numbers are up with record numbers from Canada. The CAA are reminding airlines of the new rules when flying into Cayman, and we learn the latest of the OES report on Lighthouse School. That and more in your news for the 30th December 2025

Sussan Ley continues to push for a royal commission into the Bondi terror attack; Donald Trump confirms land strike on Venezuela in possible escalation of military operations; And in football, ticket requests for the 2026 World Cup break FIFA records.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – December 29, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

In the news, the Caymanb ISlands Fire Services investigate a early moring blaze, and a missing girl is now located and safe. Also, the Human Rights Commission's final meeting for 2025 covers a lot for their plans for 2026, and the CBC is advising the public to be cautious when importing cars reminding of the prohibiton on older vehicles. This is yout 6 PM news for the 29th Decemebr 2025.

The PM orders urgent review of intelligence and law enforcement agencies after Bondi terror attack; At least 13 people have died after a train derailment in southern Mexico; And in cricket, MCG admits pitch error after Test ends in two days.

A cease-fire has been reached between Thailand and Cambodia after the deadliest clashes in years between the two Southeast Asian nations. At least 101 people were killed, and leaders on both sides are now expressing hope the new agreement will hold.On Friday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law requiring warning labels on the addictive features of social media platforms such as TikTok and X. The move is part of the state's effort to address a youth mental health crisis linked to social media use.As Americans take to the roads and airports during the busy travel period between Christmas and New Year's, a winter storm has caused more than a thousand flights to be canceled or delayed across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions.

The U.S. military launched a series of airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria on Christmas Day. The strikes followed reports that the terrorist group has been killing Christians in the country. The U.S. says the operation was carried out at the request of the Nigerian government, which described the strikes as a “joint operation” targeting terrorists.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is set to meet with President Trump in Florida on Sunday. According to Kyiv, the latest peace deal is “90 percent ready,” even as fighting continues.A powerful storm system triggered catastrophic flooding across California during the Christmas holiday, killing at least three people. Entire neighborhoods were submerged, prompting water rescues, with more dangerous weather still ahead.

Millions of Californians are under a state of emergency this Christmas Day as a deadly storm batters the Golden State with heavy flooding and high winds, with more severe weather on the way. Some residents are evacuating, while others are sheltering at home.Pope Leo delivered his first Christmas Day address at the Vatican Thursday, calling for an end to global conflicts, with particular emphasis on Ukraine and the Middle East. Meanwhile, Christians in Lebanon and Syria marked Christmas even as military clashes continue in both countries.On Christmas Eve, President Donald Trump surprised children by answering NORAD Santa calls. He also spoke with U.S. service members to thank them for their service, and to acknowledge the sacrifices they and their families make when duty separates them during the holiday season.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – December 26, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

A powerful storm carrying a strong atmospheric river is laying siege to California. Evacuations have been issued amid the risk of life-threatening flooding and debris flows. According to the Weather Prediction Center, a Level 4 of 4 “high” risk of flooding rain is in place for Southern California on Wednesday, affecting more than 7 million people across parts of Los Angeles and surrounding counties.A tragedy in eastern Pennsylvania: an explosion at a nursing home near Philadelphia claimed at least two lives and injured 20 others. The blast collapsed part of the building, sent flames shooting out, and left residents trapped inside.Christians from around the world are preparing to celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem for the first time since the Israel-Hamas war began two years ago. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the United States and Ukraine have reached consensus on several key issues aimed at ending the war, though sensitive matters remain unresolved.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – December 25, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

The U.S. economy is growing at its fastest pace in two years. The Commerce Department reports that GDP expanded at an annualized rate of 4.3 percent in the third quarter, beating expectations.The Supreme Court today delivered a setback to the Trump administration, denying a request to deploy more than 300 National Guard members to the Chicago area.Southern California is bracing for a powerful holiday storm that forecasters warn could be one of the most dangerous in years. Officials say heavy rain, flooding, and hazardous travel conditions could peak on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. The post The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – December 24, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

President Donald Trump unveiled plans to build a new class of battleships—dubbed the “Trump class”—as part of his push to strengthen U.S. shipbuilding. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has suspended leases for five offshore wind projects off the East Coast, with the Pentagon warning the installations could interfere with military radar systems.The Department of Homeland Security says it will triple cash incentives for illegal immigrants to voluntarily leave the country before the New Year. This comes as the U.S. continues to enforce its blockade on sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from Venezuela.Australian officials say suspects in the Bondi Beach shooting threw pipe bombs at the crowd, but the devices failed to detonate. Authorities also allege the suspects practiced shooting in Australia just days before the attack.

According to an update on Sunday on the blackout that left 30 percent of San Francisco in the dark, a major power company says it has restored power to many of the affected customers. But the lights are still off for more than 16,000 people.Speeches from Vice President JD Vance, a special guest, and much more wrap up the final day of AmericaFest, hosted by Turning Point USA. NTD's Tiffany Meier has the highlights from Phoenix.Residents gather to honor the victims of last week's shooting attack in Australia during Hanukkah. Some attendees took part in a symbolic gesture, wearing white to represent that light will prevail over darkness.More Americans are going to church in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination. Steve Lance and Tiffany Meier sat down with Pastor Lucas Miles, senior director of TPUSA faith, for details.And Rome announces a new charge for visitors to its historic Trevi Fountain and other monuments and museums in the city. The fountain was made famous in the movie "La Dolce Vita."

NTD Evening News presents a special live broadcast from Day 2 of Turning Point USA's AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.President Donald Trump today unveiled new deals with nine major drug companies, bringing the total to 14 of the 17 firms his administration targeted, as he pushes to slash U.S. prescription drug prices. The president also vowed to summon insurance executives next, aiming to force down premiums, while defending a recent uptick in unemployment as the result of aggressive cuts to government jobs.Authorities say the suspect responsible for the deadly Brown University shooting and the murder of an MIT professor is dead. Law enforcement says the Portuguese national, Claudio Neves Valente, died by suicide inside a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire. According to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the suspect entered the United States through the diversity lottery visa program in 2017 and was later granted a green card. Trump has ordered immigration services to pause the program.European leaders today agreed to loan Ukraine more than $100 billion from the European budget. This comes as new rounds of talks between Kyiv and Washington begin in the United States today.

AmericaFest 2025 kicks off tonight in Phoenix, Arizona. It's Turning Point USA's first major conference since the assassination of its cofounder Charlie Kirk. NTD Evening News presents a special live broadcast from the conference and will bring viewers coverage throughout the weekend.President Donald Trump addressed the latest November inflation numbers ahead of a Friday rally in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The Consumer Price Index report released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows inflation slowed to 2.7 percent, down from 3 percent in September. Meanwhile, the Kennedy Center board voted to honor Trump by adding his name to the venue.Lawmakers have left Capitol Hill for the holiday break without reaching agreements on government funding or health care. The House and Senate will return to session on Jan. 5 and 6, respectively. Lawmakers will have until Jan. 31 to pass the remaining nine of the twelve appropriations bills needed to fund the government through fiscal year 2026 and avert another shutdown.

It's a busy day on Capitol Hill, as former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith faces questions from lawmakers in a closed-door interview, the battle over health care subsidies ramps up, and the Senate passes the annual defense policy bill—sending it to President Trump's desk.President Trump is set to address the nation later tonight, with the White House teasing a new policy announcement as the New Year approaches. This comes as Trump condemns the FBI's 2022 raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate, calling it an “unreasonable search and seizure.” Meanwhile, Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino announced today that he will be leaving his position in January.Police have charged the surviving suspect in a deadly Hanukkah shooting in Sydney with 15 counts of murder, as the community grieves and funerals begin for the victims. Meanwhile, Nick Reiner, the son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, made his first court appearance in Los Angeles in connection with his parents' deaths. His arraignment has been delayed until early next year.

Rhode Island law enforcement intensified its search today for the Brown University shooter, as officials released an “enhanced image” of the suspect. Meanwhile, the university's president is planning a prayer service to mourn the loss of two students.Officials in Australia are still investigating Sunday's Hanukkah shooting. Records show the two suspects recently visited an area in the Philippines with known connections to ISIS.President Donald Trump's legal team filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC Monday night over alleged defamation in a news special that aired last year. The White House on Tuesday also moved to ban travel for nationals from five additional countries, while imposing limits on others.

President Donald Trump today signed an order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction and touted his administration's success in securing the border. Meanwhile, officials say the FBI intercepted a bomb plot targeting New Year's Eve events, arresting four members of an extremist group as they unloaded bomb materials in the desert.The manhunt continues for the individual who killed two students and wounded nine others on the campus of Brown University. Police have identified the two victims and released new video footage of the shooter as the search remains active.The United States is planning to extend NATO-like security guarantees to Ukraine. Trump said today that Ukraine is closer to peace than at any time since the war began nearly four years ago.