Global National with Dawna Friesen

Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz for now, in light of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. Why the U.S. blockade of the vital oil supply route is complicating the arrangement. Plus, the bipartisan push in Parliament to bolster Canada's arctic security. And AI resurrects late Hollywood star Val Kilmer for one more role, sparking industry backlash.
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A 10-day ceasefire has been reached between Israel and Lebanon. Redmond Shannon reports on what both sides are agreeing to do, what Israel is refusing to do, and why it's tenuous. Dawna tells you what Pope Leo is now saying, as U.S. President Donald Trump continues to clash with him. Touria Izri reports on the warning Europe is about to run out of aviation fuel; and what this means for flights, airfares, and summer vacation plans. Caryn Lieberman reports on the floodwaters that have swept through an Ontario town, and what's expected in the next few days. The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) is warning hospitalizations are rising for vaccine-preventable respiratory diseases. Heather Yourex-West looks at the various reasons why vaccination rates are dropping across Canada. Plus, after being back on Earth for almost a week, the Artemis II crew is sharing more of its thoughts and experiences from its record-breaking trip around the moon. Eric Sorensen reports on what astronauts Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Reid Wiseman are saying about their remarkable journey; and Jackson Proskow sits down for an interview with Canada's Jeremy Hansen, who says the magnitude of the mission still hasn't sunk in.
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As food and fuel costs rise, several major food suppliers are now adding a fuel surcharge to their deliveries. Jillian Piper looks at what this could mean for your grocery bill, and how this could affect smaller retailers more than grocery giants. David Akin reports on the growing pressure the federal Liberals now face with their majority government. Iran is already blocking access to the Strait of Hormuz, but Redmond Shannon explains how Iran is threatening to expand those restrictions. Touria Izri explains how U.S. President Donald Trump is doubling down on his attacks against Pope Leo, and how those loyal to Trump keep supporting him. Concerns are growing about the risks of 'looksmaxxing,' the dangerous online trend urging young men to upgrade their looks using extreme methods. Jeff Semple looks at what's behind it, how it may have contributed to the hospitalization of popular online influencer Clavicular, and why at least one disinformation expert believes the negative media coverage surrounding him is missing the larger point. Dawna tells you about the disturbing accusations being levelled at pop star Katy Perry. Plus, major goal: Heather Yourex-West looks at the three teams with a shot of bringing the Stanley Cup back to Canada.
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After landing a majority government, Prime Minister Mark Carney's first act was to suspend the federal excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel. Mackenzie Gray explains what's behind the move, how long it'll be paused for, and Heidi Petracek looks at how much money it could save Canadians. David Akin breaks down Monday night's byelection sweep that gave the federal Liberals their majority government, and how the opposition parties are reacting. Redmond Shannon reports on the ongoing standoff at the Strait of Hormuz, and when peace talks might resume. Heather Yourex-West explains the uproar over upcoming cuts to health care for refugees in Canada. Plus, Canada's first WNBA team is building its roster: Eric Sorensen tells you whom the Toronto Tempo has recruited.
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Three pivotal byelections sent some voters in Toronto and Quebec to the polls today, and Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals are projected to win a majority government. Eric Sorensen, Colin D'Mello, Touria Izri, and David Akin looks at how things shaped up before the polls closed tonight. Viktor Orbán has been voted out as Hungary's prime minister after 16 years in power, losing the parliamentary election to Péter Magyar's pro-European Union Tisza party. Redmond Shannon explains what Magyar is promising to do differently, and what won't change. The U.S. Navy has begun blocking Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions over control of the vital international shipping route. Jackson Proskow explains why President Donald Trump ordered the move, and why it complicates things for European leaders. Heidi Petracek looks at how Trump is trying to justify his now-deleted image of an artificial-intelligence-generated image depicting himself as a Christ-like figure, his rant against Pope Leo, and the pontiff's response. Plus, more than 1,000 filmmakers and actors have signed an open letter voicing their opposition to Paramount's planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Heather Yourex-West looks at why the Hollywood heavyweights are speaking out, and how the potential merger could change the media industry forever.
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