Russia's largest airstrike on Ukraine; Church canonizes 1st millennial saint
Russia unleashes its largest aerial assault on Ukraine, while striking the main government building in Kyiv. What it means for a ceasefire and for sanctions against the Kremlin. Plus, the 15-year-old boy who has been canonized as the Catholic Church's first millennial saint.
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Remembering hockey giant Ken Dryden; Flight attendants reject deal with Air Canada
Canadians are remembering hockey giant Ken Dryden, after his passing at 78. The torrent of tributes to the Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famer, and his indelible legacy on and off the ice. Plus, Air Canada braces for turbulence again, after flight attendants resoundingly reject a tentative deal.
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Soaring unemployment; Carney's economic plan; Alleged thief sues store
Canada shed 66,000 jobs in August. Anne Gaviola explains what's driving the unemployment rate to new heights, who's hardest hit, and the likely impact on interest rates. Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled his multi-billion dollar plan to pump up the economy. David Akin reports on the new funds for workers and businesses hit by U.S. tariffs. Carney has also announced support for canola farmers affected by Chinese tariffs. Heather Yourex-West reports on the support package valued at $370 million, and the mixed reaction to it. Neetu Garcha speaks with a Saskatchewan surgeon about her experience on the front lines of a Gaza hospital, its terrible condition, and her message to the Canadian government. Plus, Melissa Ridgen explains why a would-be thief is suing the Winnipeg store he's accused of stealing from. And college seniors: Caryn Lieberman introduces you to some students proving you're never too old to go back to school.
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Streetcar crash probe; 'Queen of Canada' arrested; From Emporio to empire
Two Canadians are believed to be among the victims killed in Wednesday's streetcar crash in Lisbon, Portugal. Redmond Shannon reports on the investigation and the accounts from survivors. In Manitoba, a mass stabbing in Hollow Water First Nation has left an 18-year-old woman dead and several others injured. Vasilios Bellos explains what happened, how the 26-year-old suspect died, and the suspect's relation to the victim. Heather Yourex-West travelled to Richmound, Sask., the home of conspiracy theorist Romana Didulo, who calls herself the "Queen of Canada." What Didulo said after she was arrested by the RCMP, and how Richmound residents want her out of their community. Jackson Proskow explains how U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was grilled about his controversial policies and promises to "make America healthy again." Eric Sorensen reports on the new documentary from actors Ryan Reynolds and Colin Hanks about the life and private struggles of beloved Canadian comedian John Candy. Plus, revolutionary fashion genius Giorgio Armani has died. Mike Armstrong looks at how Armani changed the way the world dresses.
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Tightening federal purse strings; China's message; Lisbon funicular crash
Prime Minister Mark Carney is promising to tighten the purse strings by reining in spending. David Akin looks ahead to Carney's first federal budget this fall, and what the prime minister is still looking to invest in. Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says the temporary foreign worker program needs to be axed. Touria Izri explains why business leaders say it's a bad idea. China has held its largest ever military parade. Redmond Shannon reports on the message behind it, and the show of support China is receiving from both North Korea and Russia. Lisbon's world-famous Gloria Funicular cable railway derailed and hit a building, killing 15 people. What witnesses say happened just before the tragedy. Heather Yourex-West reports on the air quality concerns spawned by wildfires in the Northwest Territories. Mike Armstrong explains what several women who say they were sex trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein are threatening to do. Plus: Heidi Petracek tells you about one woman's unrelenting quest to unlock two lifelong mysteries. How she discovered her mother's past as a Nazi slave, and the father she never met.
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