How to find out in JavaScript that a live HLS m3u8 file is no longer LIVE and has become VOD?

[lexxai]

This happens when the live hls file is changed to a new file (for example, for a new day).
And do I need to reload the player's page to get a fresh HLS?

[robwalch]

HLS.js supports transitioning from Live to VOD on HLS Playlist reload. The Hls.js Level details have a live property which will change from true to false on LEVEL_UPDATED.