Global National with Dawna Friesen

A corruption scandal linked to organized crime has hit Canada's largest municipal police force. Jeff Semple reports on the Toronto officers accused of tipping off criminals; and on the alleged plot to murder a corrections officer. Prime Minister Mark Carney is overhauling Canada's electric vehicle (EV) strategy with fresh rebates and no sales mandates. Mackenzie Gray explains the changes, which EVs won't be eligible, and what it all means for Canadian consumers. Touria Izri reports on former prime minister Stephen Harper sharing his thoughts on how to deal with U.S. President Donald Trump, and what he's urging the federal government to do. Jackson Proskow reports on what Arizona police are confirming was found outside the home of Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old missing mother of NBC "Today" co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. You'll also hear the tearful plea from Savannah and her siblings to their mother's possible kidnappers. In London, Vincent McAviney explains why British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is apologizing to victims of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, Mike Armstrong reports from Milan on how organizers are trying to make the 2026 Olympics more eco-friendly; what went wrong with preparations for the games; and how Team Canada is already off to a difficult start. And Heather Yourex-West reports from Calgary, the hometown of pop star Tate McRae, to explain why McRae is being criticized after appearing in an NBC ad for the Olympics.
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Is it political theatre or a genuine offer to help? After months of criticizing Prime Minister Mark Carney's approach to trade negotiations with the U.S., the federal Conservatives now appear to be cooperating with the minority government Liberals. David Akin explains how Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre met with Carney privately, and why Conservative MP Jamil Jivani is making a trip to Washington, D.C. In Alberta, Heather Yourex-West explains why Premier Danielle Smith is demanding changes to the way federal judges are appointed - or else. Canadian Olympic snowboarder Mark McMorris, a three-time Olympic medallist, has suffered a "heavy crash" during final preparations for the Milano-Cortina Olympics. Redmond Shannon reports from Milan on the injury Canadian Olympic snowboarder Mark McMorris has suffered. Jackson Proskow reports from Washington, D.C. on the growing concerns U.S. President Donald Trump wants to take control of the 2026 midterm elections, even though the Constitution says states run elections. Touria Izri reports on Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates breaking his silence about his relationship to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Plus: for the first time since 2015, a Canadian canine has won best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Heidi Petracek looks at Penny the Doberman pinscher's emergence as top dog, her Ontario roots, and where she'll be heading next.
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Tragedy has struck the hockey world again. Heather Yourex-West reports from Stavely, Alberta, a community in mourning after a highway crash left three teenaged hockey players dead. In London, Vincent McAviney explains why police have launched an investigation into disgraced British politician Peter Mandelson over Mandelson's ties to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Touria Izri reports on the latest country to ban social media for children and some teenagers; and the mounting pressure Canada faces to take action. Heidi Petracek explains the federal government's five-year plan to protect endangered whales, and how it could benefit both whales and the fishing industry. In Arizona, the desperate search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Savannah Guthrie, the co-anchor of NBC's popular morning show, "Today." Jackson Proskow explains what police are revealing about the case; why they're now retracting some details; and what they're saying about reports of ransom notes. Plus, hear what former prime minister Stephen Harper is saying about threats to Canadian independence.
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The hazardous conditions and deadly accidents as another blast of winter hammers Atlantic Canada. Plus, how the fallout from the Epstein files is rocking the British government, and renewing problems for a former prince. And Bad Bunny makes Grammy history, as he takes aim at the Trump administration.
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Iran's supreme leader warns a U.S. attack would spark a war in the Middle East, as thousands of protesters in Canada call for an end to the regime. Plus, a five-year-old detained by U.S. immigration agents in Minnesota is released, as anti-ICE protests spread. And why the world's coldest continent is on a hiring spree.
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