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Los Angeles fires see historic number of buildings destro

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On the programme, we take a closer look at the devastation in Los Angeles as wildfires rage out of control and an historic number of buildings are destroyed. Also, could President-elect Trump be serious about re-taking the Panama Canal? We speak with one of his former trade advisors. And, tensions rise in Venezuela with protests expected ahead of President Maduro's inauguration on Friday.
8 Jan 5PM English United Kingdom Business

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