Global National with Dawna Friesen

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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In an historic first, Prime Minister Mark Carney and French President Emmanuel Macron meet on a remote French territory off of Newfoundland, in a symbolic display of sovereignty.

Plus, Ukraine launches its largest drone strike on Moscow, targeting Russian oil refineries.

And music star Ed Sheeran tries to publicly clean up a costly mess over freedom of speech, after removing Macklemore from his tour.
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The governing Liberals are looking into possible changes to Canada's labour code, on the second day of their caucus retreat. What that could mean for striking labour unions in the future.

Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump bans three major news outlets in his latest attack on press freedoms.

And what we can learn from Japan as it hits a milestone in the number of people there living past 100.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney is meeting with his caucus this weekend. David Akin reports on how Carney is looking ahead to the fall, the byelections the federal Liberals are hoping to win, and the new legislations they're about to table.

Sarah MacDonald explains why rumours are rampant British Columbians could soon head to the polls.

Jackson Proskow reports on the warnings Russia is planning hybrid strikes on countries supporting Ukraine.

Redmond Shannon looks at the debate over whether British taxpayers should foot the bill for Prince Harry and Meghan's security.

Heather Yourex-West explains why a garbage fire in Calgary could burn for months.

Ella MacDonald explains why a Canadian study is making people sick on purpose.

Plus, a rich life: Eric Sorensen reports on Warren Buffett's next move at Berkshire Hathaway, and how he became a billionaire with a strong moral compass.
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