Global National with Dawna Friesen

Hundreds of advance polls are now open in Alberta's historic separation referendum. Heather Yourex-West reports on the Albertans already lining up to vote, and how two unlikely allies - former premiers and political rivals Rachel Notley and Jason Kenney - are making the case to stay in Canada.

Mackenzie Gray looks at how Cleveland-Cliffs, the American company that owns the Stelco plant in Hamilton, Ont., is going ahead with hundreds of layoffs despite a threat of legal action from the Canadian government.

Nathaniel Dove reports on the tragedy at Six Flags Over Georgia, where a man riding a roller-coaster fell to his death.

Rong Xiang Yuan, a federal Liberal party donor and the founder of the Canada-China Association for Promoting Friendly Relations, is being accused of war crimes in China. Jeff Semple explains why Canadian immigration officials want to deport Yuan, who is a Canadian permanent resident.

Heidi Petracek reports on the cyberattack on fridges at supermarkets in France, which resulted in tonnes of food of being tossed in the trash.

Redmond Shannon reports on the multiple drone attacks off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, where 11 sailors are missing after two ships were hit.

Plus, Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk says he's "still getting used to" life in space nearly two weeks into his first mission aboard the International Space Station. Mike Armstrong spoke with Kutryk about the out-of-this-world experience, and what was waiting for the astronaut on the International Space Station.
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Russia launches new strikes on Ukraine, despite U.S. President Donald Trump declaring an "energy ceasefire." Reggie Cecchini reports on the fresh attacks, as Trump's diesel deal with Russia fuels backlash.

As Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport remains closed after more deadly strikes by Iran-backed Houthi militants, Redmond Shannon looks at the escalating attacks, and the questions about whether the U.S. will join another Middle East conflict.

With artificial intelligence being blamed for spreading political misinformation and disinformation, David Akin looks at the potential solutions.

Meanwhile, Katherine Ward explains how some Toronto doctors are using AI to help patients.

As comedian and actor Russell Brand's rape and sexual assault trial begins, Heidi Petracek explains the judge's warning to potential jurors, and how the trial is unfolding at a time of heightened awareness around sexual violence.

Plus, Seán O'Shea introduces you to the volunteers making sure no one is left out this Thanksgiving.
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U.S. President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an 'energy ceasefire', as Candice Cole reports the agreement comes just days after Trump says he made a deal to buy Russian oil.Heidi Petracek on the severe storms battering parts of the U.S. and Mexico.Lexi Benedict reports on the hundreds of Stelco workers facing an uncertain future after the company began issuing layoff notices.Nathaniel Dove on how the Canadian A.I. industry is being caught up in the trade war with the U.S.Redmond Shannon introduces us to a man in Gaza making use of everyday materials to make life a little bit easier.Plus, Elizabeth Zogalis visits a Quebec cranberry farm to show the hard work that goes into getting your cranberry sauce from the farm to the table.

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North America is being battered by three major cyclones, as Candice Cole reports the first hurricane of the Atlantic season has already claimed the lives of at least four people in the U.S.

U.S. President Donald Trump says the Ukraine should get a new president, as he blames Volodymyr Zelenskyy for high oil prices.

Heidi Petracek looks at why Atlantic Canada is becoming Canada's new defence hub.

Melissa Ridgen on why two Saskatchewan First Nations want the construction of a new A.I. data centre halted.

Plus - Lexi Benedict introduces us to the Torontonians giving back this Thanksgiving weekend.
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Heather Yourex-West looks at what's fueling the latest dip in Canada's job numbers.

Touria Izri looks at how the Canada-U.S. trade war has taken the spotlight at midterm election debates.

Sarah MacDonald has more on the violent ICE arrest in New York that's sparked condemnation.

Mike Armstrong reports on the class action lawsuit against a Quebec spa, over numerous sexual assault allegations spanning nearly 20 years.

Reggie Cecchini covers the concerns over the Trump administration's plan to broadcast a public execution by firing squad.

Jillian Piper explains the Supreme Court of Canada's decision over sentencing frameworks for Indigenous offenders.

Nathaniel Dove looks at the new documentary featuring unseen footage of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope.
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