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Canadian armed forces are helping evacuate Eabametoong First Nation. Military planes are taking hundreds of residents of the fly-in community to reception centres elsewhere. There are nearly two hundred fires -- razing large swathes of the province. Many First Nations are feeling the brunt of the impact, and members say support from the government hasn't come fast enough.Also: Three months from today, Albertans will vote on whether their province should stay in Canada or have another vote on secession. First Nations leaders in that province are trying to mobilize voters against the separatist movement by reviving the 2015 Rock the Vote campaign. It saw the highest on-reserve voter turnout ever recorded during a federal election, and there are hopes this time will be just as successful.And: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end. Spain has taken the trophy, winning 1-0 against Argentina. With three host countries and 16 venues, many communities across North America felt the impacts - including Canada's two host cities. You'll hear how fans are reflecting on the tournament, and how its given a boost to the sport in this country.Plus: B.C. wildfire update, Mexico begins legal action over deaths of its citizens in ICE custody, Chinese EV's making their way to Canada, and more.

More than 900 wildfires are burning across Canada. One in five of those fires are burning across northwest Ontario alone. As communities are forced out of their homes - the province faces scrutiny of its handling of the emergency. But Ontario Premier Doug Ford is strongly defending his government's response.Also: Two American troops stationed in Jordan are dead - after Iran targetted U.S. bases in allied Gulf States. They are the first Americans killed in since March, as the U.S and Iran continue to trade air strikes on one another. And: Since 1960, Thousands of Toronto's elementary school students have visited the Toronto islands to learn about science and nature on overnight trips. But after sweeping school board cuts -- that program is ending. You'll hear about what's being lost, and how communities are reacting.Plus: How wildfire smoke affects people with respiratory illnesses, Women and girls lose access to humanitarian aid, Disability exhibit in Prague, and more.

There are now about 900 active wildfires burning across the country, with dozens more added to the tally today alone. As politicians make big promises to help, crews and volunteers are working around the clock to contain the flames.And: U.S. President Donald Trump blames Canadian forest management for smoke crossing the border, threatening devastating new tariffs.Also: Is it worth it to host international sporting events in Canada? A look at the experience of Montreal — 50 years after it hosted the Summer Olympic Games.Plus: A profile of the next UK prime minister Andy Burnham, U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to lettuce served at some U.S. Taco Bell locations, and more.

Fast-moving wildfires are destroying communities, and forcing thousands from their homes. The people of Collins First Nation say they fled ahead of the flames with just the clothes on their backs.And: Environment Canada is urging people in many parts of Ontario to cancel any outdoor activities, as air quality readings spark alarm.Also: U.S. President Donald Trump addresses the nation. He's suggested it will be about election integrity — “and a few other things”. Trump has frequently made unsubstantiated claims that the 2020 election — which he lost — was “rigged”.Plus: Meta expands safeguards for its AI tools, human testing for ebola vaccine, U.S. lawmakers complain about Canadian forest management, and more.

Canada's biggest city is topping the wrong kind of chart of major cities with the worst air quality. The air is thick with a yellow haze and the smell of smoke is everywhere. And some places have it even worse. The culprit: wildfires burning across the country.Also: The country's population is aging rapidly, putting more pressure on specialist care. But seniors are struggling to get access to specialists, which can lead to life-threatening consequences.Plus: WestJet flight attendants vote to strike, Trump's choice for attorney general grilled at senate, Bank of Canada governor sees signs of economic growth, and more.

Environment Canada has issued alerts for at least five provinces and one territory. Extreme heat, wildfires, and tornadoes are making for more volatile weather across the country. And: Public health experts in the U.S. are trying to track the source of an outbreak of cyclosporiasis. It's usually food- or water-borne. The outbreak has spread to 30 states, and while it's not usually fatal, it can be very unpleasant. Also: President Donald Trump backtracks on his plan to charge transiting ships a fee, as the U.S. and Iran each claim control of the Strait of Hormuz. Plus: The Assembly of First Nations criticizes the prime minister's major projects plan, Canadian connection to the murder of a Punjabi singer, the campaign to free a Palestinian doctor, home insurance costs rise in Canada, and more.

The battle over the Strait of Hormuz is escalating, as the U.S. prepares to reinstate its naval blockade of Iranian ports, and proposes a toll on all cargo. Iran says it controls the vital shipping route, as strikes and counterstrikes continue.And: Alberta, Ottawa, and major oil producers have reached a milestone agreement. The goals: Produce more oil, and create the world's largest carbon capture and storage project. The latest deal follows a sweeping accord signed last fall – to get oil moving west to B.C. for export to Asian markets. Also: A look at Canadian travel patterns, a year after many pledged not to go to the U.S. Although travel in and out of the country is up from last year – It doesn't mean Canadians are flocking back to the U.S. Plus: Video game layoffs, Brandon flooding, Thai music bar fire, and more.

A celebration of Latin music, dancing and food quickly turned into chaos Saturday night in Toronto. Two men are dead and four other people are wounded after a shooting at a popular street festival. Witnesses say as the sound of gunfire pierced the air - panic took hold, sending thousands of festivalgoers fleeing to safety. Police say a complex investigation is now underway. Also: U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham has died unexpectedly at the age of 71. He's being remembered as one of the most influential and controversial figures within the modern U.S. Senate. A one time Trump critic turned ally, he used his power to advance the President's agenda. You'll hear how his legacy is being remembered very differently by his friends and his critics. And: After more than 40 years, the Ingalls family is moving back in to their Little House on the Prairie. The rebooted version of the TV show has the same basic premise. The creators say they're trying to be faithful to the beloved book series, while also revamping the material for new audiences.Plus: U.S. and Iran trade more strikes, Flooding in Manitoba, Iceland's referendum on joining the European Union, and more.

Canada and the U.S. have officially made a deal to open the Gordie Howe International Bridge on July 27th. The pathway connecting Windsor, Ontario to Detroit was slated to open last month - until it was postponed after objections by U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement is being celebrated on both sides of the border.Also: Less than 24 hours after landing from his international trip to Saudi Arabia and the NATO summit in Turkey - Mark Carney is now at the Calgary Stampede, and thrust back in the middle of issues he faces back at home. Notably - his visit comes as Alberta goes through a debate on national unity.And: Canada's first WNBA team, the Toronto Tempo, is quickly gaining fans across the country. Especially in Montreal, where the team are playing two games this weekend as part of a cross-country series. You'll hear how the team is bringing together fans of women's basketball across the nation.Plus: Building a radar system for defence in Canada's North, How news was delivered centuries ago on the shores of Newfoundland, and more

A CBC investigation into online ticket reseller StubHub has unearthed new information about the company and its CEO. StubHub bills itself as an online ‘marketplace for fans' where they can buy and sell tickets. But its scalping problem goes all the way to the top.And: A devastating wildfire in southern Spain has turned deadly, marking one of the country's worst blazes on record as an intense heat wave grips Europe.Also: With travel prices soaring, many Canadians are forgoing a pricey hotel or short-term rental and instead trading their front door keys with strangers.Plus: Conservative divisions, CRA issues, First World War soldier's funeral, and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is taking heat for engaging with Saudi Arabia, defending his pragmatic approach — arguing "engagement is not endorsement." While some point to recent social changes in the kingdom, human rights advocates are challenging the shift in strategy.And: The fragile US-Iran ceasefire is in tatters following a massive new wave of retaliatory airstrikes, including reports of hits near an Iranian nuclear power plant. Amid the crowds gathered for the Ayatollah's funeral are explicit death threats against U.S. President Donald Trump.Also: Nearly 2,000 people in the U.S. have been sickened by a parasitic infection. Cyclosporiasis is breaking the wrong kind of records, and cuts to food testing and monitoring may be contributing.Plus: Two wildfires are growing rapidly in B.C., thousands still out of their flooded homes in Ottawa, Bonnie Tyler dies at 75, and more.

U.S. President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. is over. Both countries are trading fire again, in the worst clashes since the two countries signed an agreement to stop fighting last month.And: For cancer survivors, the lingering fear of recurrence never truly fades. A new technology is helping find the tiniest traces of cancer using basic blood work.Also: Weeks after tens of thousands of lives were shattered by the earthquakes that rocked Venezuela, the country's children face a fragile new reality. CBC is in Venezuela.Plus: Researchers get a look at Shackleton's last ship — the Quest, more details on charter boat tragedy in B.C., the heat is back in Western Europe, and more.

Dozens of people, three different gangs, and indictments describing extortion, drug trafficking, kidnapping, and shootings. Police in the U.S. and Canada have announced the results of major investigations, including ties to the murder of Canadian Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney signals another departure from the policies of his predecessor — this time over Senate appointments.And: Imagine checking the latest news — using nothing but your thoughts. For a Vancouver police officer battling terminal ALS, a Neuralink brain implant is making that science fiction a reality.Plus: An AI tool “stars” in its own feature film, flooding in Manitoba, Canadian drones to Ukraine, and more.

Critics are crying foul after FIFA reverses a decision to ban U.S. player Folarin Balogun from the next game. But why did FIFA change the ref's call? President Donald Trump admits he made a call himself.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney is on his way to Turkey for a NATO summit. Before leaving, he made a multi-billion-dollar military announcement that could reshape Canada's naval capabilities.And: A fresh dispute inside a fractured royal family leaves Prince Harry looking for a place to stay.Plus: Rogers sports acquisitions, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei funeral, Alberta-to-Ontario pipeline proposal, and more.

More than 10 days after a pair of devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, bodies are slowly being recovered. The official death toll now stands above three-thousand though that number is believed to be much higher in reality. We bring you the story of one woman who survived after spending more than 60 hours beneath the rubble of a collapsed building with her young daughter.In rural British Columbia and the Northwest Territories, out-of-control wildfires are forcing people out of their homes this weekend, Meanwhile in Quebec, dozens of fires have prompted the province to call for help from elsewhere across the country.Politicians rarely resist the lure of Calgary Stampede, though it's more than just rodeos, country music, and pancake breakfasts. It's also a prime opportunity to make connections, shake some hands, and hear directly from Albertans. But with a question of separatism coming up in the province's fall referendum, this year's Stampede feels different. The rising popularity of the romance genre in audiobooks, and more.

Canada's World Cup dreams have been shattered. After a historic run, Morocco knocked the Canadian men's team out of the tournament -- three-nil -- in Texas.Also: The U.S. marks a massive milestone today — its 250th birthday. But excessive heat has curtailed much of the Fourth of July celebrations in Washington. But the celebrations that are happening highlight deep divisions that run through the country.And: Ottawa and Alberta say a proposed oil pipeline to the B.C. coast will help Canada break its dependence on the U.S. and strengthen trade ties with Asia. But with demand for fossil fuels expected to peak before that pipeline comes online... Does the project make fiscal sense?Plus: Historic Canadian ship gets a second life in Spain, Controversy around Indonesia's free school meals, British beavers, and more.

Ottawa throws its weight behind a massive expansion of Canada's energy sector. The new multi-billion dollar west coast pipeline is designed to unlock new global markets and calm Western alienation. It also puts taxpayers on the hook for a massive financial risk in an uncertain global economy.Also: Tomorrow, the U.S. marks a massive milestone — its 250th birthday. But a blistering heatwave is crashing the party, cancelling parades and emptying streets from Philadelphia to Washington.And: Buying tickets to nowhere. A CBC news investigation into how scalpers are able to advertise on StubHub without even having the tickets themselves.Plus: U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra warns CUSMA trade talks are far from the finish line, a major new mRNA vaccine safety study, Venezuela's medical crisis, and more.

The federal government signs a multibillion dollar agreement with B.C.'s government. It includes federal support for resource projects while maintaining a tanker ban along the province's north coast.Also: Heavy rain floods communities across Manitoba. Several areas have already declared states of emergency and the provincial government is asking for help.And: Russia hits Ukraine's capital with one of its biggest drone and missile strikes since launching its war on the country. Two dozen people died. Many more lost their homes.Plus: Ontario and Quebec continue to simmer under sky-high temperatures, a look at Gaza nine months after the ceasefire, a ship captain whose vessel was stuck in the Strait of Hormuz for months speaks to the CBC, and more.

The Snowbirds, Canada's iconic acrobatic flying team, is headed for its final landing. Its jets are so old there are no spare parts and they're becoming unsafe. Ottawa says new planes are being ordered, but it's suspending operations in the meantime. Some say that long pause could make it impossible to start up again.Also: More and more mosquitoes are exposing Canadians to deadly diseases. Thank the warming climate for that. Some experts say there may be a case for trying to wipe out the entire species.And: The good news about cancer is that two new drugs are making inroads on prevention and treatment. One of them is familiar; it's GLP-1, also known as Ozempic.Plus: Fire breaks are usually chunks of forest chopped down to stop wildfires from threatening populated areas. But in the Northwest Territories, people are experimenting with using them for things like garden patches and skating rinks.

July 1st brings a check-in date for CUSMA. The trade deal shields nearly 90 per cent of Canadian exports from U.S. tariffs. What Canadians can expect from a meeting between Canadian, American, and Mexican officials tomorrow.Also: A dangerous heat dome is baking Ontario and Quebec. A look at how to stay cool in the face of sizzling temperatures, and who is most affected.And: Canada's Men's World Cup team will face Morocco in the round of 16. Canada's connection to Morocco's team, and how Canadians are feeling in the lead up to Saturday's match.Plus: Carney's northern visit, U.S. Supreme Court rulings, an investigation into alleged police racism, the Danger Tree unveiled at the Beaumont Hamel Newfoundland Memorial in France, and more.

Residents of Fort Simpson, N.W.T. have been told to evacuate as a nearby wildfire threatens to move in. And the evacuation route is long and arduous.Also: Rescue officials end the search for six missing boat passengers; they say they have exhausted all possibilities. A chartered boat sank in the waters off the coast of Richmond, B.C. yesterday. Four people were rescued after personal, commercial and coast guard vessels flocked to the scene.And: President Vladimir Putin acknowledges Russia is facing fuel shortages in the wake of Ukrainian strikes on refineries.Plus: Venezuela search, a Canadian company takes advantage of a European defense pact, Stephen Eustáquio's journey to Canadian soccer stardom, and more.

Before 2026, Canada's record at the FIFA World Cup was characterized by loss. But not only has that changed - Canada's mens national soccer team have advanced farther than ever before. And their march forward continues into the Round of 16, with a 1-0 win against South Africa in Los Angeles.Also: This Canada Day, some Albertans will have mixed feelings about celebrations. As debate about Alberta separatism inceases in the province, some people say this Canada Day -- they'll be celebrating Albertan pride. But others are pushing back.And: The Vespa has turned 80 years old - and lovers of the iconic scooter have formed their own little colony in the city to celebrate. We'll take you to Rome - to tell you how the Vespa has become a symbol of freedom, friendship and Italian style. Plus: U.S. and Iran trade more drone strikes, No English language debate for Quebec's election, and more.

A crucial window has now closed in Venezuela. Aid groups say the first 72 hours are the most critical for finding survivors after a major earthquake. It's now believed Wednesday's twin quakes have killed more than 14-hundred people. Tens of thousands of people are still missing, and search and rescue workers are scrambling to save as many survivors as possible.Also: Temperatures continue to soar dangerously high across Europe. Cities and towns in France, The U.K., Belgium, Germany, and others all saw the mercury hit record highs for this time of the year. And the stifling heatwave that's blanketed Western Europe is now moving eastward.And: For the second weekend in a row, Central Alberta is being drenched with rain. A week ago, record amounts of rainfall, led to some towns and cities declaring states of emergency as waste-water systems became overwhelmed. Now, the rain is back, and the region is on its way to having the wettest June on record.Plus: U.S. - Iran tensions, Xenophobia in South Africa, Debating theatre etiquette, and more.

The death toll continues to rise in Venezuela after devastating earthquakes shook the South American country. Emergency workers are tirelessly digging through rubble to find survivors and remains.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney announces plans to overhaul a dilapidated 24 Sussex Drive, including a design competition and fundraising campaign. The goal — make the official home of Canada's prime minister habitable and fit for the head of government.And: Ukraine is bringing the war to the skies above Moscow. Polls show a drop in Russian support for the war — and Vladimir Putin's party.Plus: A controversial museum exhibit, Canadian cobalt refining, John Bolton guilty plea, and more.

Venezuelans are digging through debris after two powerful earthquakes shook the capital and surrounding areas yesterday. Buildings collapsed after the magnitude 7.2 earthquake was followed by an even larger 7.5 tremor west of Caracas. Emergency crews have been scrambling through night and day to try and find survivors.Also: Canadians are waiting even longer in emergency rooms. A new report found 1 in 10 admitted patients waited more than 48 hours. The report blames limited capacity, difficulties with standard care and Canada's aging population.And: After a disappointing loss to Switzerland, Canada's World Cup men's team is looking to their next challenge — South Africa.Plus: Calls for a gun ban, increasing electronics prices, Carney's update and more.

A nation groaned as Canada fell to Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Vancouver. Despite the continued Canadian pressure in the final minutes of the game, the final score was 2- 1. The loss means that Canada's men's team finishes second in their pool and still advances to the knockout round for the first time.Also: The federal government names its first three projects for a potential listing under the Building Canada act. They would be fast-tracked for construction as they are deemed to be in the national interest.And: It's not even July but Europe has already had to deal with multiple heat waves with temperatures in many places exceeding 40 degrees. France has already recorded its hottest day ever and records are being set all over the continent.Plus: Flooding in Alberta, President Trump's swampy reflecting pool, airline dynamic pricing, innovative burn treatment used in Ontario, and more.

People in Montreal are still trying to process a very public and terrifying shooting yesterday that ended with three people dead. The coroner has released the identities of those killed in the shooting. The dead gunman was a university student from Lethbridge, Alberta and has penned an anti-establishment manifesto.Also: Europe is facing extreme, record-breaking heat, with temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius. Dozens of people have drowned in France, trying to cool off. Experts warn Europe is particularly vulnerable to worsening climate change.And: Ten years ago, the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. Brexit was sold as a promise that things would be better. But the country's economic and political situation has proven difficult. Many say this is a warning on the dangers of economic nationalism.Plus: AI drive-thru growing pains, concerns over dermatologists prioritizing cosmetic procedures over medical ones in pursuit of higher profits, Edmonton Oilers' new coach Mike Babcock brings a lot of baggage with him, and more.

A shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges neighbourhood leaves one person and a police officer dead. The suspect was also killed.Also: The high price of everything. Canada's inflation rate rises to 3.2%, its highest level in more than two years. The cost of gas was the driver. The consumer price index also ticked up. That was led by alcohol and food, especially tomatoes, which have jumped a whopping 45% from a year ago.And: Just two years after his landslide victory, Keir Starmer announces his resignation as UK Prime Minister following a string of missteps and mistakes, and plummeting popularity. He plans to leave his post by September.Plus: Canada's nuclear ambitions, new stop planned for Alto high-speed rail, behind the scenes of India's Cockroach Party, and more.

Its a tense day for the residents of Lytton. B.C. officials say the wildfire burning south of the village grew to seven square kilometres overnight. Dozens of properties are under an evacuation order - and some residents of Lytton First Nation have also been ordered to leave.Also: Heavy rainfall and severe flash flooding has devastated parts of Montreal and other areas in southern Quebec. A series of thunderstorms closed streets, damaged homes, and left thousands without power. And the forecast shows more rain is coming later this week. And: From sunrise ceremonies to traditional games, communities across Canada are gathering to celebrate the 30th National Indigenous Peoples Day. We'll take you through some of the events and messages delivered in honour of the culture and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis people.Plus: Parliament's summer break, "New France" demonstrations, Bison return to roam in Star Blanket Cree nation, and more.

A wildfire is threatening the town of Lytton, B.C. Sixty homes were evacuated Friday, and conditions ideal for a fire to grow quickly. The community is still trying to recover from a fast moving wildfire that roared through the village five years ago that left much of the community destroyed.Also: Tensions between Iran and the U.S. over the Strait of Hormuz are threatening to derail an interim deal to end the fighting. Both sides are making conflicting claims about the status of the strategic waterway. Iran says it's closed the strait because of Israeli strikes in Lebanon that killed at least 20 people. But talks to formalize the deal appear to be going ahead.And: Almost three decades ago, a plane carrying medical supplies crashed onto the sea ice at Davis Inlet, an Island off the northeast coast of Labrador. The young pilot lost his life. But out of that tragedy, a bond was born — connecting two communities and enduring to this day.Plus: Colombia's election, Demonstrations in support of CUSMA, Kenyans embracing bitcoin, and more.

Billionaire Frank Stronach is guilty on charges of sexual assault and indecent assault. The Crown was unable to get convictions on other charges. The incidents date back nearly 50 years.Also: Buyer beware. Personal accounts from people who bought resale tickets to events like the FIFA World Cup… only to find out the tickets never arrived and they were out thousands of dollars.And: It's either feast or famine these days for several whale species on the west coast. Whale watchers are seeing more of some species than usual. We'll tell you why.Plus: Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, U.K. by-election result could threaten British Prime Minister, Alberta separation rumblings divide the already divided city of Lloydminster, water restrictions inequity in B.C., and more.

History on home soil? Canada's men's soccer team steps onto the pitch at Vancouver's BC Place tonight, chasing a historic milestone: their first-ever World Cup victory.Also: The 60-day counter has started for the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. The next step: formal negotiations in Switzerland. In the meantime, ships are on the move in the Strait of Hormuz, and U.S. President Donald Trump is declaring victory — for now. What's not clear: what it all means for Israel and its fight with Hezbollah in Lebanon.And: How much would you wager on being able to guess tomorrow's temperature? A Toronto-based financial services company is betting the answer is… a lot. Canadians have had limited access to prediction markets that are raising billions in the U.S. and elsewhere. That's about to change.Plus: FIFA hydration breaks, Ukraine strikes Russia , AI costs, and more.

U.S. President Donald Trump is praising the agreement struck with Iran, while at the same time admitting it could fall apart. A draft released by Washington shows they agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets.Also: CBC gets rare access with the UN secretary general on a trip to Haiti. Canada is helping back an international force to help control the gangs that have roamed the streets of Port-Au-Prince.And: Mosquitoes in Canada are very rarely deadly. But that reality is changing with the climate. Already, the insects have brought in the West Nile virus and encephalitis. Researchers are now trying to find ways to fend off a mosquito that spreads yellow fever, dengue and Zika.Plus: MAID recommendations, a federal report on the Titan submersible, suspended citizenship, and more.

Someone is hiring young people through encrypted messaging apps to carry out shooting attacks in the Toronto area. Police say they've linked attacks at the U.S. Consulate, Jewish schools, synagogues and waste management facilities. Now police are trying to figure out who is paying them and why.Also: After nearly 74 years of Hockey Night in Canada, CBC will no longer air NHL games. We'll have more on what that means for Canadians trying to watch the game on a Saturday night.And: The hot mic summit. Italy's Giorgia Meloni has quit smoking, France's Emmanuel Macron lost his watch. Those are some of the lighter moments caught on a hot mic at this year's G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains. But politics was on display too — leaders trying to manage their relationships with U.S. President Donald Trump.Plus: The FBI says it foiled a plot targeting a White House UFC event, resilient coral reefs, Iran agreement, and more.

The U.S. and Iran have an agreement. But what they've agreed on isn't exactly clear. We have extensive coverage of what we know, how Iranians are reacting, and what the diaspora here in Canada thinks.Also: Anger in Montreal after allegations of racism in the police force. Sixteen officers are under investigation.And: If you hit your head hard enough, you'll likely go to a hospital, or find a doctor. But new research suggests a startling gender gap affects how thorough that care will be.Plus: Fentanyl in Canada, Iranian soccer team, and more.

A breakthrough has been reached in ending the war between the United States and Iran. According to the U.S., Iran and Pakistan, there is a ceasefire agreement. Donald Trump says the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is ending, while Pakistan's Prime Minister says fighting will end on all fronts. Crucially, nothing has been signed yet. We have the latest details.Also: The streets of Aughagower, Ireland were decked out in maple leafs and Canadian flags today. Prime Minister Mark Carney made a personal pitstop during his official tour of the country - returning to the town his ancestors once called home. And: The Ontario government says demand for electricity will increase by as much as 75 per cent over the next 25 years. To meet that demand, there's a plan to build the world's largest nuclear power plant in Port Hope. But that plan is angering some in the town, which has a troubled history with nuclear energy. Plus: UFC matches on the White House Lawn, CUSMA negotiations, and more.

Two Montreal police officers are suspended and fourteen others under scrutiny - after being accused of repeated "discriminatory and racist” acts against Black and Arab Montrealers. An active investigation is now underway. Police and city officials are promising to root out the problem and rebuild an already fragile public trust.Also: There is a long and deeply troubling history of forced and coerced sterilization in Canada. Since the early 20th Century, thousands of women and girls have been deprived of their ability to have children. Particularly Indigenous, Black and disabled women. Earlier this week, the House of Commons passed an act to amend the Criminal Code - which will soon make the practice a crime.And: Before fossil fuels, much of the world was powered by whale oil. Demand was so high, whaling nearly drove some species to extinction. Now, researchers are reading into the words of whalers from long ago, to get a better picture of the scale of that industry.Plus: Mark Carney in Ireland, Donald J. Trump's name removed from the Kennedy Centre, and more.

For the first time ever, Canada played to a draw in World Cup soccer. The team faced off against Bosnia-Herzegovina as the tournament kicked off in Toronto.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney got a warm welcome from French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris today... but a cold reality awaits them. They're preparing for next week's G7 summit, where U.S. President Donald Trump's presence is likely to bring tension.And: It began with a prompt and ended with a problem. A customer asked a simple question online. He got what he thought was a reliable answer from a company employee. Except, it wasn't.Plus: Forced labour legislation, SpaceX IPO, MAID in the Netherlands, and more.

The opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, linking Windsor, Ontario and Detroit is delayed. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was planned for Friday, but the bridge authority says Canada and the US need time to address unresolved issues.Also: CBC News is in Tehran for rare access inside Iran, as U.S. President Donald Trump signals a deal may be imminent, after threatening to launch strikes on the regime and seize its oil industry.And: The FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City amid celebration and protest.Plus: Canada's National Food Strategy, US President Donald Trump's UFC event controversy, Pope Leo condemns ‘indifference' to migrants, and more.

Restrictions on social media for anyone under 16. The federal government says its new legislation would reduce the risks for children when they go online. We'll have more on the bill, and the ways social media companies could get exemptions from the restrictions.And: Bluster or brinksmanship? U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to end CUSMA again.Also: The shared library on the Canada/U.S. border now has its own Canadian entrance.Plus: Trump says U.S. has taken Iranian oil, rejected referee, Belfast unrest, and more.

As an Air Canada captain, he was responsible for thousands of lives every day. But police in Ontario say he spent 17 years flying without the proper credentials. Now he's facing fraud charges.And: “Kids are dying.” Canadian Identity Minister Marc Miller says it's time to restrict access to social media. Tom Parry has more on the federal government's plan to do just that.Also: A day after Donald Trump urged both Iran and Israel to stop shooting, neither appears to be listening. Now the U.S. launched an attack of its own.Plus: NASA announces Artemis III crew, Canadian researchers trying to diagnose CTE while patients are still alive, stabbing in Belfast ignites unrest, and more.

Canada has a new Governor General. After being a Supreme Court Justice and United Nations human rights commissioner, Louise Arbour is now King Charles' representative in Canada. The ceremony was filled with music, and speeches, and the swearing of oaths. And: Diabetes, obesity, kidney disease… GLP-1 medications have shown promise for multiple conditions. New research is adding another – breast cancer. Jennifer La Grassa explains the latest research.Also: It's almost time for Canada to host its first ever men's World Cup match. The Canadian soccer team hit the pitch in Toronto today for training ahead of Friday's opening game.Plus: Iran/Israel war, China works to cement relations with North Korea, and more.

War is erupting again in the Middle East tonight. For the first time since a fragile ceasefire was enacted in April, Iran launched a direct attack on Israel. It comes in response to Israel's continued strikes on Lebanon's capital. Israel has vowed retaliation. But U.S. President Donald Trump still maintains that a peace deal is close to fruition.Also: Opioid overdoses are skyrocketing in Winnipeg. A CBC data analysis shows the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service has responded to more than 2-thousand opioid calls so far this year. Manitoba's government has announced one million dollard to address the toxic drug crisis. You'll hear more about what the province is up against. And: The FIFA World Cup will begin this week. As the event draws more attention to soccer, Canadian officials think it's a good time to pitch a big project to secure long term support for this country's players. Plus: Canada's new Governor General, Undocumented farmworkers fear deportation in California, and more

Attacks between Iran and the U.S. are either being called an escalation or downplayed - depending on which leader you ask. What's for sure are the questions being raised about whether a fragile ceasefire will hold.Also: Several women tell CBC News they are terrified, upon learning their photos were manipulated using artificial intelligence to depict violent scenes and sexual acts. As the number of alleged victims grows, the wife of one of the accused is speaking out.And: Mary Simon is reflecting on her legacy as Canada's first Indigenous Governor General. She says since entering the role in 2021, she has strived to build bridges for all Canadians in the true spirit of reconciliation. CBC sat down with Simon at Rideau Hall.Plus: Protests in Albania over plans to build a luxury resort, Marie-Philip Poulin receives an honourary doctorate, and more.

The cost of living seems to keep going up. And now the federal government is issuing a rebate to roughly 12 million people based on income. It replaces the GST/HST credit. The opposition calls it a gimmick.And: Quebec's health minister tables legislation that would ban the sale of energy drinks to those under 16.Also: What if you had to shelter in place, 400 kilometres above the surface of the Earth? Astronauts on the International Space Station prepared to evacuate, amid a disagreement between space agencies over how to fix an air leak.Plus: Synagogue attack, pride speech interrupted by mayor, employment numbers, Quebec soccer players and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he uses AI – and he's hoping more Canadians will soon use it too. Carney unveiled his government's long-awaited strategy on artificial intelligence. It includes spending up to $2 billion to maximize the benefits, prevent the harms, and give Canada more control over how our data is used.And: Scaling up on AI means more data centres. Canada has just five large scale centres so far, and there are plans for nearly 100 more… but there's pushback in Alberta, where most of the centres are being planned.Also: There apparently IS enough aviation fuel for flights. That message is now coming from some major airlines, weeks after scarce supply warnings prompted thousands of flight cancellations.Plus: Lebanon-Israel ceasefire, Alberta separation and treaty rights, and more.

U.S. President Donald Trump is back at it — announcing new tariffs. He says he's targeting countries for not cracking down on forced labour, including Canada. Prime Minister Mark Carney says new rules are in the works to strengthen Canada's enforcement regime.And: The 2026 FIFA World Cup won't just showcase the best in soccer — it will also feature the highest-level technology in the sport. Reporter Tanya Fletcher will have more on what that means for the games.Also: In a rare move, the federal government is asking Canada's radio and TV regulator to review a recent decision. Late last month, the CRTC announced hikes on fees that U.S. streaming giants have to pay into Canadian content. The move was slammed by tech giants and U.S. politicians.Plus: Canada's effort to combat forced labour, British protests over race and policing, CBS shakeup, and more.

Canada has given the U.S. and Mexico official notice that it wants the free trade deal between the three countries to be renewed.And: Canada's GDP shrank two quarters in a row for the first time since 2020. It's not quite a full-blown recession, but it's getting a full-blown reaction from the opposition.Also: The World Meteorological Organization warns countries to start preparing now for the onset of El Niño. The weather pattern will likely return this year, bringing extreme weather with it. And the effects of climate change are likely to make things worse.Plus: Inside NORAD bunker preparing for World Cup, Canada's cloud computing problem, whooping cranes threatened by fire, massive Russian attack on Ukraine, and more.

CBC News has a draft copy of the federal government's long-delayed strategy on artificial intelligence. It's promising to create up to 90,000 jobs, protect Canadians against the risks of AI, and massively boost the number of businesses that use it.And: A new drug for pancreatic cancer is showing unprecedented promise. In a trial, it doubled survival time for patients who had already gone through one round of chemotherapy. It's not on the market yet, but it is a sign of progress in treating one of the deadliest forms of cancer.Also: It's one of the fastest growing games in Canada. But the organization in charge of cricket in this country is under increasing fire. The sport's international governing body has suspended its membership after an investigation by CBC's The Fifth Estate put a spotlight on issues of corruption and allegations of match fixing.Plus: Prime Minister Carney outlines plan to deal with antisemitism, U.S.-Iran negotiations, and more.

As Iran and the U.S. creep closer to a possible peace deal...war between Israel and Iran's ally in Lebanon - the militant group Hezbollah is ramping up. Israel has been expanding its ground operations further into Lebanon and have captured a medieval castleAlso: Just north of Congo...The Central African Republic has one of the world's highest birth-rates but it's also one of the most challenging places in the world to give birth.Freelance reporter Caitlin Kelly visited maternity wards in the capital city Bangui to look at barriers pregnant women face when seeking health-care...And the people on the front-lines of that crisis. And: The family of Stanley Cup winner Claude Lemieux is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Centre.The Centre is a world leader in studying the effects of repeated head trauma. Lemieux -- who was known for his high-contact play style -- died last week.Plus: teens trying to get into trades are finding it's not that easy, Canadian men'ssoccer team prepares for the World Cup with a friendly match against Uzbekistan Monday...and more.

Rescue crews in Laos have managed to pull four more villagers out of a cave, after the first was brought to the surface yesterday. The group had been trapped inside the crevices of that cave for more than a week. But it's not all good news -- the search continues for two others that are still missing.Also: U.S. President Donald Trump has left the world hanging. He said Friday he would make a "final determination" soon on a cease-fire extension with Iran. But that decision is still forthcoming. And: Canadian NHL fans' Stanley Cup dreams have been dashed yet again. The Carolina Hurricanes swept away the Montreal Canadiens Friday night in game five of the conference finals. But Montreal hockey lovers didn't let that rain on their victory parade. Thousands of cheering fans came out to support the Montreal Victoire - The first Canadian team to win the P-W-H-L championship.Plus: Colombia's presidential election, Using AI for weather forcasting, Ancient graffiti in Pompeii, and more.