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27 Minuten
Prime Minister Mark Carney says it’s time for Canada to recognize a Palestinian state, and will do so officially in September.
And: The Trump administration has slapped a new tariff on copper. In the past few weeks, he has made deals with a few countries. The Bank of Canada says that has reduced the risk of a "severe and escalating" global trade war. But none of those deals include an agreement to remove existing sectoral tariffs — a fact that is worrying Canadian steel and aluminum producers.
Also: Generation Z is struggling to find work. But that struggle is also driving many to become more financially savvy. New data suggests the group is better at investing and planning for the future than some older generations.
Plus: Breathalyzer tests aren’t easy for everyone, millions put on tsunami alert after an earthquake off Russia’s coast, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s fight to get back into the House of Commons, and more.
And: The Trump administration has slapped a new tariff on copper. In the past few weeks, he has made deals with a few countries. The Bank of Canada says that has reduced the risk of a "severe and escalating" global trade war. But none of those deals include an agreement to remove existing sectoral tariffs — a fact that is worrying Canadian steel and aluminum producers.
Also: Generation Z is struggling to find work. But that struggle is also driving many to become more financially savvy. New data suggests the group is better at investing and planning for the future than some older generations.
Plus: Breathalyzer tests aren’t easy for everyone, millions put on tsunami alert after an earthquake off Russia’s coast, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s fight to get back into the House of Commons, and more.
27 Minuten
Canada is baking under a heat dome. There are extreme temperatures across the country — including in the B.C. Interior, where temperatures are expected to reach 38 degrees. The country’s largest city has spent more than half the summer under heat warnings.
And: The West wants in — on the ferry price cuts announced by the prime minister yesterday. Some in B.C. are asking why the reductions only apply out East.
Also: The U.S. government could be looking at your health data. Many Canadian records are stored electronically by companies based in the U.S., and subject to U.S. laws.
Plus: The UK says it will recognize Palestinian statehood if Israel doesn’t alleviate suffering in Gaza and reach a ceasefire, an update on the NYC shootings, and the auto industry is showing signs of strain amid the tariff uncertainty. Stellantis says it has already lost $2.7 billion in the first half of this year. GM says its profits are also down by billions.
And: The West wants in — on the ferry price cuts announced by the prime minister yesterday. Some in B.C. are asking why the reductions only apply out East.
Also: The U.S. government could be looking at your health data. Many Canadian records are stored electronically by companies based in the U.S., and subject to U.S. laws.
Plus: The UK says it will recognize Palestinian statehood if Israel doesn’t alleviate suffering in Gaza and reach a ceasefire, an update on the NYC shootings, and the auto industry is showing signs of strain amid the tariff uncertainty. Stellantis says it has already lost $2.7 billion in the first half of this year. GM says its profits are also down by billions.
27 Minuten
Prime Minister Mark Carney says trade talks with the U.S. are at an intense phase. U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening a 35 per cent tariff on non-CUSMA compliant trade, starting August 1.
And: More aid is getting into Gaza, but humanitarian groups say it’s not nearly enough, and air drops are inefficient and dangerous. The U.S. and Israel reject the United Nations discussion about a two-state future for the Middle East.
Also: Major Canadian companies are upping the pressure to get people back into the office. But after more than five years of working from home — at least some of the time — surveys suggest employees hate the idea.
Plus: Protecting chimney swifts, Summer’s golden summer, car thefts are down, and more.
And: More aid is getting into Gaza, but humanitarian groups say it’s not nearly enough, and air drops are inefficient and dangerous. The U.S. and Israel reject the United Nations discussion about a two-state future for the Middle East.
Also: Major Canadian companies are upping the pressure to get people back into the office. But after more than five years of working from home — at least some of the time — surveys suggest employees hate the idea.
Plus: Protecting chimney swifts, Summer’s golden summer, car thefts are down, and more.
28 Minuten
Just days before an August 1st deadline, the U.S. and the EU have reached a framework trade deal. One that still comes with sweeping tariffs on most European exports. You'll hear what this deal could signal for Canada-U.S. trade negotiations.
Also: A Venezualan man deported from the U.S. to a notorious Salvadorean prison is now telling his story of survival. Andry Hernandez is now home after being released as part of prisoner exchange just over a week ago. Hernandez says he and the other Venezuelans jailed in El Salvador were tortured.
And: One down, four more to go. Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh is on a quest for five gold medals at the World Aquatic Championships in Singapore - a feat that has only been achieved once before by Michael Phelps. And McIntosh has already started pulling in the hardware.
Plus: Israel temporary pauses fighting for Gaza aid deliveries, finding surrogates on social media, the Ukranian team racing in the Royal St. John's Regatta, and more.
Also: A Venezualan man deported from the U.S. to a notorious Salvadorean prison is now telling his story of survival. Andry Hernandez is now home after being released as part of prisoner exchange just over a week ago. Hernandez says he and the other Venezuelans jailed in El Salvador were tortured.
And: One down, four more to go. Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh is on a quest for five gold medals at the World Aquatic Championships in Singapore - a feat that has only been achieved once before by Michael Phelps. And McIntosh has already started pulling in the hardware.
Plus: Israel temporary pauses fighting for Gaza aid deliveries, finding surrogates on social media, the Ukranian team racing in the Royal St. John's Regatta, and more.
26 Minuten
Gaza's health ministry says dozens of Palestinians have died from hunger in recent weeks, due to a lack of food aid. In response, Israel says it is allowing a limited amount of airdrops and will give access to the UN to deliver more. The airdrops come as international outrage from governments and aid agencies over the humanitarian situation in Gaza grows.
Also: The U.S. President is taking a working vacation to Scotland this weekend. On Sunday, he will meet the head of the European Commission - as they try to inch closer to a trade deal between the U-S and the E-U.
And: Across Canada and the United States, when there is a crisis like a flood or a wildfire, public radio can be a lifeline. But in the U.S., the Trump administration is clawing back more than one-billion dollars already committed to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. You'll hear what those cuts could mean for the rural and Indigenous communities that rely on public radio stations.
Plus: Insurance costs for the Jasper wildfire, Typhoon in the Philippines, Alberta's taxes on B.C. wine, and more.
Also: The U.S. President is taking a working vacation to Scotland this weekend. On Sunday, he will meet the head of the European Commission - as they try to inch closer to a trade deal between the U-S and the E-U.
And: Across Canada and the United States, when there is a crisis like a flood or a wildfire, public radio can be a lifeline. But in the U.S., the Trump administration is clawing back more than one-billion dollars already committed to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. You'll hear what those cuts could mean for the rural and Indigenous communities that rely on public radio stations.
Plus: Insurance costs for the Jasper wildfire, Typhoon in the Philippines, Alberta's taxes on B.C. wine, and more.
26 Minuten
Joy as three workers are freed after 60 hours trapped in a copper mine in northern B.C.
And: U.S. President Donald Trump suggests there may be no deal with Canada on tariffs. Those tariffs are slated to take effect August 1. We’ll talk about what that means for the negotiations – which are still underway.
Also: It's a trend many parents are touting on social media… they call it feral summer, wild summer, or... kid-rotting. What it means is summers as you may remember them: little schedule and long, languid days of relaxing and playing outside. But it won't work for everyone.
Plus: Now that they’ve been acquitted, five former Canada junior hockey players may want to go back to professional play, Canada has another cross-border issue on its hands – invasive carp, mental health help for Jasper residents one year after a devastating wildfire, and more.
And: U.S. President Donald Trump suggests there may be no deal with Canada on tariffs. Those tariffs are slated to take effect August 1. We’ll talk about what that means for the negotiations – which are still underway.
Also: It's a trend many parents are touting on social media… they call it feral summer, wild summer, or... kid-rotting. What it means is summers as you may remember them: little schedule and long, languid days of relaxing and playing outside. But it won't work for everyone.
Plus: Now that they’ve been acquitted, five former Canada junior hockey players may want to go back to professional play, Canada has another cross-border issue on its hands – invasive carp, mental health help for Jasper residents one year after a devastating wildfire, and more.
27 Minuten
The judge in the trial of five former Team Canada hockey players has ruled they are not guilty of sexual assault. In her reasoning, she said the victim’s testimony was “not credible or reliable.”
And: The company that runs the Red Chris mine in B.C. says work has begun to dig out three workers trapped behind 30 metres of debris. Newmont Corp. says specialized drones are assessing the conditions underground.
Also: Some big grocery stores are being accused of selling food marked “Canadian” – that isn’t. A CBC investigation found multiple instances of products with a misleading maple leaf.
Plus: Hulk Hogan has died. Hogan helped lead professional wrestling's rise in popularity in the 1980s and beyond, liver damage from alcohol doubles in U.S. study, Canada’s trade negotiators downplaying the possibility of reaching a deal with the U.S. by August 1, and more.
And: The company that runs the Red Chris mine in B.C. says work has begun to dig out three workers trapped behind 30 metres of debris. Newmont Corp. says specialized drones are assessing the conditions underground.
Also: Some big grocery stores are being accused of selling food marked “Canadian” – that isn’t. A CBC investigation found multiple instances of products with a misleading maple leaf.
Plus: Hulk Hogan has died. Hogan helped lead professional wrestling's rise in popularity in the 1980s and beyond, liver damage from alcohol doubles in U.S. study, Canada’s trade negotiators downplaying the possibility of reaching a deal with the U.S. by August 1, and more.
27 Minuten
Three workers – trapped in a Northwest B.C. mine. The company that runs the Red Chris mine says the team went to a refuge after an earth collapse. Another one cut off their exit, and they couldn’t get out.
And: The United Nations’ highest court says countries that fail to protect the planet could be breaking international law. The ICJ says a "clean, healthy and sustainable environment" is a human right, and violating that could mean legal consequences.
Also: Pierre Poilievre's patience is thinning over the expanding ballot for next month's byelection in Alberta. At least 190 people are now running. Including the Conservative leader who is trying to get back to Parliament.
Plus: Starvation in Gaza, Canada looks to the Japan deal for hints on negotiating with Trump, the soaring Blue Jays, and more.
And: The United Nations’ highest court says countries that fail to protect the planet could be breaking international law. The ICJ says a "clean, healthy and sustainable environment" is a human right, and violating that could mean legal consequences.
Also: Pierre Poilievre's patience is thinning over the expanding ballot for next month's byelection in Alberta. At least 190 people are now running. Including the Conservative leader who is trying to get back to Parliament.
Plus: Starvation in Gaza, Canada looks to the Japan deal for hints on negotiating with Trump, the soaring Blue Jays, and more.
27 Minuten
Fans are mourning the death of Ozzy Osbourne. He took the rock and roll scene by storm with his dark lined eyes, leather pants, and outrageous acts on stage.
And: Canada’s first ministers are in Huntsville, Ontario trying to talk tough on tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney kicked off his meeting with the premiers with a promise to battle the Trump administration at the negotiating table. The goal – "We are looking for the best deal for Canada; we are only going to accept the best deal for Canada."
Also: Algae off Australia is killing thousands of sea creatures, and devastating economies. Climate change is heating the water – and local officials are calling it a natural disaster.
Plus: Grief in Gaza, women are less likely to survive sudden cardiac arrest, U.S. lawmakers take early break to avoid Epstein vote, and more.
And: Canada’s first ministers are in Huntsville, Ontario trying to talk tough on tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney kicked off his meeting with the premiers with a promise to battle the Trump administration at the negotiating table. The goal – "We are looking for the best deal for Canada; we are only going to accept the best deal for Canada."
Also: Algae off Australia is killing thousands of sea creatures, and devastating economies. Climate change is heating the water – and local officials are calling it a natural disaster.
Plus: Grief in Gaza, women are less likely to survive sudden cardiac arrest, U.S. lawmakers take early break to avoid Epstein vote, and more.
27 Minuten
Four U.S. senators are in Ottawa trying to smooth the trade relationship between the two countries, ten days before the latest Trump tariff deadline.
And: Israel’s military is shelling Deir al Balah. The central Gazan city is one of the few places considered somewhat safe… it’s critical to aid groups, and may also be where Hamas is hiding many of the remaining hostages.
Also: Canadian women say they’re being forced to look abroad for treatment for lipedema. It’s a chronic and sometimes painful condition, but in Canada – treatments are limited, and not usually covered by provincial plans.
Plus: Russia bombards Ukraine’s capital, Quebec man charged with daughter’s murder, evacuation order in Newfoundland’s Musgrave Harbour, and more.
And: Israel’s military is shelling Deir al Balah. The central Gazan city is one of the few places considered somewhat safe… it’s critical to aid groups, and may also be where Hamas is hiding many of the remaining hostages.
Also: Canadian women say they’re being forced to look abroad for treatment for lipedema. It’s a chronic and sometimes painful condition, but in Canada – treatments are limited, and not usually covered by provincial plans.
Plus: Russia bombards Ukraine’s capital, Quebec man charged with daughter’s murder, evacuation order in Newfoundland’s Musgrave Harbour, and more.
30 Minuten
We are now just days away from a trade deal deadline with the United States. Canada has until August 1st to cut a deal. If it doesn't, the Trump-administration is threatening steep tariffs on many Canadian exports. The U.S. commerce secretary says free trade with Canada is alive and well. But even if a deal is struck, it is likely some tariffs are here to stay.
Also: It's been one of the deadliest days in Gaza for Palestinians seeking aid. Dozens are dead after a large crowd gathered around a UN convoy carrying food. It comes as Israel's military plans to step up its ground offensive in the territory.
And: 20 years ago today, Canada made it legal for same sex couples to get married nationwide. But while legalized same sex marriage is a significant civil rights victory - advocates say the fight for true equality is still ongoing.
Plus: Hong Kong businesses targeted for pro-democracy view, empty crown land in B.C., and more.
Also: It's been one of the deadliest days in Gaza for Palestinians seeking aid. Dozens are dead after a large crowd gathered around a UN convoy carrying food. It comes as Israel's military plans to step up its ground offensive in the territory.
And: 20 years ago today, Canada made it legal for same sex couples to get married nationwide. But while legalized same sex marriage is a significant civil rights victory - advocates say the fight for true equality is still ongoing.
Plus: Hong Kong businesses targeted for pro-democracy view, empty crown land in B.C., and more.
30 Minuten
Former Hudson's Bay workers are putting their faith in Ruby Liu. The B-C billionaire is on a hiring spree - hoping to attract workers for her own stores at former Hudson's Bay locations. The catch? The stores haven't opened - and Liu hasn't even leased out the buildings.
Also: A U.S. brokered ceasefire in Syria to end violence between sectarian groups is on shaky ground. The truce also had the backing of Israel and Syria's governments. The violence has killed hundreds of people in recent days - quickly making it a massive challenge for Syria's fledgling government.
And: If you went back in time to 390 million years ago to the Prairies, you wouldn't see amber waves of grain -- just waves. You'll hear about the paleontologist studying fish fossils from that period - and how those fossils can help fill in evolutionary gaps.
Plus: Dozens injured in L.A. car ramming, India's judicial backlog, Japan's upper house election, and more.
Also: A U.S. brokered ceasefire in Syria to end violence between sectarian groups is on shaky ground. The truce also had the backing of Israel and Syria's governments. The violence has killed hundreds of people in recent days - quickly making it a massive challenge for Syria's fledgling government.
And: If you went back in time to 390 million years ago to the Prairies, you wouldn't see amber waves of grain -- just waves. You'll hear about the paleontologist studying fish fossils from that period - and how those fossils can help fill in evolutionary gaps.
Plus: Dozens injured in L.A. car ramming, India's judicial backlog, Japan's upper house election, and more.
28 Minuten
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith wants an apology from the town of Jasper. The town’s report on last summer’s devastating wildfire says demands from the provincial government made the job of firefighters more difficult.
And: U.S. President Donald Trump has changed his mind about the Epstein files – again. Now he says grand jury testimony should be released. But will it be enough to silence critics, after reports Epstein files include a letter from Trump to the convicted sex offender?
Also: Maybe diamonds AREN'T forever. Hundreds of people are being laid off in the North West Territories, as production stops at one of the area's open pit diamond mines.
It’s part of a growing trend reshaping the industry....
Plus: Stephen Colbert’s show is cancelled, antisemitism in schools, the rise of daytime partying, and more.
And: U.S. President Donald Trump has changed his mind about the Epstein files – again. Now he says grand jury testimony should be released. But will it be enough to silence critics, after reports Epstein files include a letter from Trump to the convicted sex offender?
Also: Maybe diamonds AREN'T forever. Hundreds of people are being laid off in the North West Territories, as production stops at one of the area's open pit diamond mines.
It’s part of a growing trend reshaping the industry....
Plus: Stephen Colbert’s show is cancelled, antisemitism in schools, the rise of daytime partying, and more.
27 Minuten
Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promise of “prosperity for generations” is not convincing all of the Indigenous leaders he met with today. They’re worried about legislation to push through infrastructure projects. The leaders say they aren’t being consulted.
And: Reports of more clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups and another Israeli airstrike in Southern Syria are putting pressure on a fragile ceasefire. Syria’s leadership is struggling to assert control and international officials are calling for calm.
Also: The next U.K. general election isn't expected for a few years. But when it happens, the government wants the electorate to be larger and younger. The government intends to lower the voting age to 16.
Plus: An experimental treatment uses the DNA of three people to create embryos without mitochondrial disease, Calgary defense lawyers say a police officer charged with double murder is getting preferential treatment, Arsenal pays $1.84 million for Canadian soccer star Olivia Smith, and more.
And: Reports of more clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups and another Israeli airstrike in Southern Syria are putting pressure on a fragile ceasefire. Syria’s leadership is struggling to assert control and international officials are calling for calm.
Also: The next U.K. general election isn't expected for a few years. But when it happens, the government wants the electorate to be larger and younger. The government intends to lower the voting age to 16.
Plus: An experimental treatment uses the DNA of three people to create embryos without mitochondrial disease, Calgary defense lawyers say a police officer charged with double murder is getting preferential treatment, Arsenal pays $1.84 million for Canadian soccer star Olivia Smith, and more.
Steel support, indigenous groups push back on infrastructure plan, ready-made drinks trend, and more
27 Minuten
Prime Minister Mark Carney says he is cracking down on cheap, foreign steel coming into Canada. The steel industry has been affected by the trade fight with the U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Canadian steel.
And: Indigenous groups say federal and Ontario bills to fast-track infrastructure projects are a threat to their rights.
Also: Sales of wine and beer may be down, but the “ready-made drink” category is booming. We look at the trend, and also at how much alcohol there is in some of those canned cocktails.
Plus: Alberta probes its relationship to Ottawa, tension in Syria and Israeli airstrikes in Syria’s capital and more.
And: Indigenous groups say federal and Ontario bills to fast-track infrastructure projects are a threat to their rights.
Also: Sales of wine and beer may be down, but the “ready-made drink” category is booming. We look at the trend, and also at how much alcohol there is in some of those canned cocktails.
Plus: Alberta probes its relationship to Ottawa, tension in Syria and Israeli airstrikes in Syria’s capital and more.
