Global National with Dawna Friesen

Shocking new accusations are being made about the interactions between Jesse Van Rootselaar, the Tumbler Ridge, B.C. shooter, and ChatGPT. Touria Izri reports on the investigation from Mother Jones, an American media outlet, that exposed how the chatbot may have coached the killer.

Redmond Shannon reports on Pope Leo's latest warning about artificial intelligence.

David Akin explains the new intelligence-sharing deal between Canada and Germany.

Heather Yourex-West looks at how Albertans are feeling a month before the separation referendum.

With just weeks until Quebecers head to the polls, Mike Armstrong reports on where the race stands.

Jackson Proskow tells you how Chinese President Xi Jinping's two-day visit to Washington went.

Plus, Eric Sorensen looks at how the Toronto Tempo, Canada's only WNBA team, had a successful season beyond the basketball court.
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Police in Belleville, Ont. have released alarming new details about Sunday's shooting outside a synagogue. Jeff Semple reports on how investigators now say this was a hate crime.

David Akin reports on Prime Minister Mark Carney's response to the New York Times, which asked him if he ever considered that the U.S. military could take action against Canada.

Jackson Proskow reports on Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to the U.S., and how tensions still exist between two competing superpowers.

Redmond Shannon looks at the defiant speech Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered today to the United Nations General Assembly.

Melissa Ridgen explains what Ottawa is doing to root out Indigenous identity fraud.

Heather Yourex-West explains what could happen if U.S. President Donald Trump goes through with his threat to cut off American diesel exports, and what it might mean for Canada.

Plus, dropping the ball: Eric Sorensen explains what Vladimir Guerrero Jr., the Toronto Blue Jays' highest paid player, said that has fans crying foul.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke at the United Nations in New York today. As Mackenzie Gray reports, Pezeshkian was defiant, vowing his country will not be bullied by the U.S., and will defend itself until its last breath.

Lawyers for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico are challenging U.S. President Donald Trump's sudden decision to bar those networks' reporters from the White House. Jackson Proskow looks at where the case is heading, and how Trump's ban appears to be backfiring.

Jillian Piper reports on how Trump is accusing Canada of "destroying itself" over immigration, and how the stats don't support his claim.

Catherine McDonald was in court to hear from families speaking at the sentencing hearing of Kenneth Law, the Ontario man who pleaded guilty to helping people die by suicide.

Heidi Petracek explains how the Atlantic Ocean is experiencing one of its calmest hurricane seasons ever, while the Pacific is roaring ahead and setting a new pace.

And with Prime Minister Mark Carney on a mission to forge stronger alliances beyond the U.S., Eric Sorensen looks at how he's trying to reposition Canada on the world stage.
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World leaders gather at the United Nations, where Prime Minister Mark Carney is on a mission to strengthen alliances beyond the U.S., while American President Donald Trump is issuing an ultimatum to Iran. Mackenzie Gray reports from New York.

Mackenzie also has the details on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Canada.

Sarah MacDonald reports on B.C. Premier David Eby calling a snap election, and how it's a political gamble for him.

The man accused of Sunday night's shooting outside a synagogue in Belleville, Ont., has died in hospital. A police officer guarding the synagogue was shot multiple times and is in critical but stable condition. Jeff Semple reports on the investigation into the violence, and how the suspected shooter, Sean Ward, 29, once served in the Canadian Armed Forces.

Jillian Piper explains why labour leaders say Ottawa's new "Building Canada Strong Act" weakens the right for workers to go on strike.

Heidi Petracek looks at how the 'Buy Canadian' trend is changing how grocery stores do business, and some of the apps helping shoppers.

Charles Spencer's new book about the life and death of his sister, Princess Diana, is reopening old wounds with the British Royal family. Mike Armstrong reports on some of Spencer's accusations, and how Buckingham Palace and outspoken broadcaster Piers Morgan are pushing back.
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Police are investigating a shooting outside a synagogue in Belleville, Ont. Seán O'Shea reports on the police officer wounded, and the rising concerns about antisemitism.

Jeff Semple looks at the new legislation the federal Liberals have tabled, what powers the "Building Canada Strong Act" will give the party, and what experts are warning about.

U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to buy potash from Belarus instead of Canada, the world's leading producer and exporter of potash. Mackenzie Gray explains how replacing Canadian imports will likely prove to be quite challenging; and the concerns that buying from Belarus supports Russian aggression.

Jackson Proskow explains how other major media outlets are responding, after Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House. Those three outlets, by the way, have now launched a lawsuit.

Ben O'Hara-Byrne reports on the growing speculation British Columbia Premier David Eby is about to call a snap election, as the opposition Conservative MPs race to regroup after weeks of chaos, including the resignation of its leader.

On Sept. 21, 2025, Darius Macdougall, 6, vanished from a campsite in the Crowsnest Pass area of southwestern Alberta. He hasn't been seen since. Heather Yourex-West reports on the struggle to find Macdougall, how his family is pushing for change in missing child investigations, and the heartwrenching message from his grandparents.

Plus, two New Brunswickers are pushing to add Acadia's flag as an emoji, but it's not an easy process. Heidi Petracek explains why.
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