Global National with Dawna Friesen

The U.S. and Iran are once again in a standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, increasing uncertainty about the future of negotiations towards lasting peace. Jackson Proskow reports on how leaders of both countries are trying to assert that they have sole control over the critical oil shipping route.

As police investigate Saturday night's shooting at Toronto’s Salsa on St. Clair festival, Jeff Semple reports on the troubling trend of gun violence in the city becoming more brazen.

Melissa Ridgen reports on the heat wave burning up temperatures on the Prairies.

Katherine Ward looks at Canada seeing a rise in cases of anaplasmosis, a new tick-borne illness; and how it's potentially more dangerous than Lyme disease.

Mike Armstrong reports on the Bangkok nightclub that became a death trap after a devastating fire.

Redmond Shannon explains how the U.K.'s counterterrorism police are now investigating the death of former British MP Ann Widdecombe.

Plus, Sam Neill was beloved and had a brilliant career. Eric Sorensen looks back at the veteran actor's life and legacy beyond the big screen.
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Thousands run for their lives in Toronto, after Canada's largest Latin festival is interrupted by a deadly gunfight.

Plus, the sudden death of U.S. Senator Lindsay Graham. How it has sent shockwaves through Washington and beyond.

And a wild World Cup weekend as the soccer tournament moves to the semifinals.
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The U.S. finally agrees to open the Gordie Howe Bridge between Ontario and Michigan. What Canada stands to gain and lose from the deal.

Plus, wild weather pummels the Prairies. What's fueling the sudden surge in tornadoes.

And the campaign in Halifax to train a new generation of female firefighters.
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What's behind a surprising boost in job numbers across Canada, and which sectors are still struggling despite that.

Plus, the communities under threat in British Columbia as wildfires rage in the province's interior.

And the teams fighting to advance into the FIFA World Cup's final stages, and the soccer stars stealing the spotlight.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney has visited Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as part of continued efforts to diversify Canada's relationships. Mackenzie Gray reports on the deals Carney signed, why he avoided talking about Saudi Arabia's poor human rights record, and how he reacted to questions about trade negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Jackson Proskow looks at the growing uncertainty about where the war between the U.S. and Iran is headed.

Three of the 37 men charged with being part of India-based transnational gangs have appeared in B.C. Supreme Court seeking bail. Sarah MacDonald explains what Jaskarn Baghri, Ravinder Dhanda, and Gurtej Singh Smagh are accused of as part of Operation Hard Ball, and what the British Columbia government is looking to do.

There have been more wildfires so far in Canada this year compared to the same time in 2025, but less area has been burned, according to the federal government. But as Jillian Piper reports, the fire situation in parts of the territories and western provinces suggest the worst of the season may be yet to come.

Vincent McAviney reports on the sweltering temperatures in the U.K., France, and Spain, as well as how adapting to the extreme weather is proving to be a challenge.

And the Alberta and federal governments both support Meta's plans to build an artificial intelligence (AI) data centre near Edmonton, but an increasing number of American jurisdictions are pushing back against similar plans. Heather Yourex-West explains why there's growing backlash against the facilities, and the lessons Canada can learn from the U.S.
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