Ep 2. Jan 2, 2024

A Japan Airlines passenger flight burst into flames after colliding with another plane on a runway at Haneda Airport in Tokyo. This comes as death toll rises across Japan following a series of powerful earthquakes rattle the region. NBC's Meagan Fitzgerald reports for TODAY. Israel's military launched new strikes against Gaza while also announcing it will begin withdrawing troops in the coming days. This comes amid growing tensions between the United States and Iran escalate in the Red Sea. NBC's Matt Bradley reports for TODAY. With less than two weeks to go until the Iowa caucuses, former President Donald Trump and his legal troubles are still dominating the political world as he faces up to five trials this year. NBC's Garrett Haake reports for TODAY.