Indigenous artifacts returned; Trump travel ban concerns; Frank Gehry's impact
Indigenous communities in Canada celebrate the return of more than 60 artifacts from the Vatican. How the long-awaited homecoming took around a century to happen. Plus, how U.S. President Trump's expanding travel ban could impact next year's FIFA World Cup. And a look at the transformative work of Canadian architect Frank Gehry.
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World Cup draw; Netflix buys Warner Bros.; Most and least popular premiers
Politics and sports collided at the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw in Washington, D.C. today. Mackenzie Gray reports on the high-stakes meeting that happened afterwards between Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump; and Eric Sorensen reports on which teams Canada will compete against at next summer's soccer tournament. Anne Gaviola reports on Netflix's blockbuster acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery; what it means for viewers and subscription prices; and why Canadian entertainment producers are worried. Jillian Piper reports on Canada's job market showing surprising strength, and what this means for the economy and interest rates. U.S. health officials have reversed their stance on vaccinating babies against hepatitis B. What they're now recommending, and why doctors are worried. Redmond Shannon reports on the families speaking out two weeks after more than 300 students and staff from a northern Nigerian Catholic school were kidnapped. Plus, Jay Janower reports from Miami on the Vancouver Whitecaps getting ready to battle it out with Inter Miami for the MLS Cup. And who is Canada's most popular premier? And the least favourite? We have the results of a new poll.
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Food prices set to rise; B.C. Conservative leader pushed out; Eurovision division
Get ready to shell out more at the grocery store. Anne Gaviola explains how much food prices will rise, and why. John Rustad has been pushed out as the leader of British Columbia's Conservatives. Keith Baldrey looks at the party's implosion and infighting. Mackenzie Gray reports from Washington, D.C. on Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. Jillian Piper explains how Trump is again putting everyone off balance by suggesting the U.S. could withdraw from the existing free trade agreement between his country, Canada, and Mexico. Jackson Proskow reports on the man who's now been charged after pipe bombs were planted at the national headquarters of the Democratic and Republican parties in Washington, D.C. on the eve of the January 6, 2021 insurrection. Redmond Shannon explains why several countries are boycotting the Eurovision song contest. Plus, brass tacks in a tuba town: Melissa Ridgen explains how a school band in small town Manitoba jingled all the way to becoming an internet sensation.
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Potential Air Transat strike; ICE buys Canadian vehicles; Canadian's epic ride
Uncertainty is in the air as Air Transat pilots vote in favour of a strike. Mike Armstrong explains what the union is fighting for, and the sticking points. Canada's veterans are facing an uphill battle for health-care benefits. Heidi Petracek reports on the obstacles they're facing getting the help they deserve. Forget "Buy American": U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will soon drive Canadian-made armoured vehicles. Jillian Piper explains what's behind an Ontario company's $10-million contract with ICE; and Jackson Proskow explains the Trump administration's sweeping changes to immigration. Redmond Shannon reports on Canada's latest financial pledge to Ukraine. Vasilios Bellos reports from Winnipeg on the future of the Hudson's Bay Company charter and where you'll soon be able to see it. Plus, it's about so much more than setting a world record. Megan King explains the deeply personal reason an Ontario man, 69, embarked on a cycling trip around the globe.
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Message to Carney about pipeline; False accusations against border officer
First Nations chiefs have sent a clear message to Prime Minister Mark Carney about the prospect of a new oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C. David Akin reports on what they said, and Carney's response. Meanwhile, Carney's homebuilding promise may fall short. Mackenzie Gray explains what the budget watchdog expects to happen. In a Global News exclusive, Jeff Semple speaks with a Canadian border officer who was falsely accused by the Indian government of being a Sikh separatist and terrorist. Why he believes he was singled out, and how he's now fighting back. Heather Yourex-West reports on how Alberta is battling the federal gun buyback program. Jackson Proskow explains what U.S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth are now saying about the deadly strikes on suspected drug boats. Plus, the jury's out: Redmond Shannon explains why more court cases in England and Wales will be heard only by a judge. And exoneration mission: Heidi Petracek has the story of Daniel Perry Sampson, a Black man who served in the First World War. He was also the last man executed in Halifax, and Heidi explains why Sampson's great-great-grandson is trying to clear his name.
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