Global National with Dawna Friesen

The U.S. Department of Justice has released a new batch of documents pertaining to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Candice Cole reports on the emails that mention U.S. President Donald Trump, the former prince Andrew, and the alleged letter sent to convicted sex offender and disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar; and how this new batch of files comes with a disclaimer from the DOJ. Elections Alberta has approved a petition from Alberta Prosperity Project, a provincial separatist group, which will ask Albertans about holding a referendum on separating from Canada. Heather Yourex-West looks at why the petition got the green light despite being called unconstitutional by a judge, and what needs to happen for the group's question to go to a referendum. Mackenzie Gray looks at how political tensions and a weak loonie are keeping Canadians away from the U.S., and where they're spending their vacation dollars instead. Seán O'Shea reports on Deepak Paradkar, the Ontario lawyer linked to fugitive and former Olympian Ryan Wedding, being granted bail, and how the U.S. wants to extradite the alleged "cocaine lawyer." Stuart Greer reports on the warning to Ukrainians as they head into the holidays. Plus, diagnosing autism: Katherine Ward looks at the Ontario program helping families get answers faster. And it's an offer one Japanese woman could not refuse: she agreed to marry a video game character created by ChatGPT. Neetu Garcha explains why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Canada has officially named its new ambassador to the U.S. Mackenzie Gray explains who Mark Wiseman is, and why he's already under fire. Newly released court documents are revealing more details about the Bondi Beach massacre investigation. Stuart Greer reports on how police say the suspected gunmen allegedly took months to prepare for the attack, and why the debate about Australia's new proposed gun laws is so polarizing. CBS News is under fire again. This time, it's because the network yanked a '60 Minutes' report just before it was set to air. Candice Cole explains what the segment was about, and how correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi is firing back at her new boss, Bari Weiss, who became CBS's editor-in-chief in October. Heather Yourex-West looks at what low crude prices could mean for the prospect of a new pipeline in Alberta, and why U.S. President Donald Trump's rhetoric against Venezuela could be Canada's gain. Touria Izri reports on the decision on whether one of Canada's first convicted terrorists should be granted parole. Katherine Ward reports on the potentially heavy burden of the holidays, and how to stay mindful of your mental health. Plus, 'Heated Rivalry' is doing more than heating up screens. If you haven't heard, it's the Crave drama about two male hockey players who are rivals at the rink, but in a secret romance off the ice. Neetu Garcha explains how the hit Canadian drama is igniting an important conversation about identity and inclusion in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. crackdown on oil tankers from Venezuela, and the consequences on the oil and gas industry. Plus, why some of the newly released Epstein files and photographs were suddenly removed. And the impact of the trade war on the holiday shopping season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The revelations and redactions from the first batch of the long-awaited Epstein files, released by the U.S. Department of Justice. Why they are fueling accusations of a cover-up. Plus, the American airstrikes on Syria targeting the so-called Islamic State. And concerns around the growing number of Canadians skipping out on travel vaccines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Touria Izri reports on the three men accused of plotting to kidnap Jewish women in Toronto, and why police say one suspect was working for the so-called Islamic State. On deadline day today, the U.S. Department of Justice has released a fresh trove of files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, but Jackson Proskow explains why not everything has been made public yet. The Canadian government says talks to strike a new trade deal with the U.S. will resume next month. Mackenzie Gray reports on what to expect. Heidi Petracek reports on the messy mix of weather heading into the holidays. Melissa Ridgen reports on the push for the Manitoba government to intervene over fears an incarcerated man is being targeted by jail guards. Redmond Shannon reports on Europe's new support for Ukraine, and the comments Russian President Vladimir Putin made in his annual television event where he answers questions from journalists and voters. Plus, Ontario's singing baby sensation: meet the choir star stealing hearts around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices