Global National with Dawna Friesen

Touria Izri reports on the three men accused of plotting to kidnap Jewish women in Toronto, and why police say one suspect was working for the so-called Islamic State. On deadline day today, the U.S. Department of Justice has released a fresh trove of files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, but Jackson Proskow explains why not everything has been made public yet. The Canadian government says talks to strike a new trade deal with the U.S. will resume next month. Mackenzie Gray reports on what to expect. Heidi Petracek reports on the messy mix of weather heading into the holidays. Melissa Ridgen reports on the push for the Manitoba government to intervene over fears an incarcerated man is being targeted by jail guards. Redmond Shannon reports on Europe's new support for Ukraine, and the comments Russian President Vladimir Putin made in his annual television event where he answers questions from journalists and voters. Plus, Ontario's singing baby sensation: meet the choir star stealing hearts around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An early taste of winter closes highways and schools in some of Canada's most weather-resilient regions. Heather Yourex-West reports on how people are coping, and where the storm system is heading next. A political storm is brewing over Canada-U.S. trade talks. Mackenzie Gray reports on U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer's demands and the response from Prime Minister Mark Carney. Jackson Proskow reports on what U.S. President Donald Trump said in his nationwide address last night, and whether Americans are listening. Seán O'Shea speaks with Timothy Rees, the Ontario man who's been exonerated after spending more than two decades behind bars for murder. In a year-end interview, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre tells Dawna about his stance on building a new oil pipeline. David Akin explains how Poilievre says he would handle concerns from Indigenous leaders. Plus, surf's up: Brayden Jagger Haines introduces you to the Montrealer riding a wave of excitement to promote an unconventional sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A massive winter storm strikes the Prairies. Katherine Ludwig reports from Edmonton on the whiteout conditions that closed highways and airports. 'Tis the season...for the flu. Katherine Ward explains why this year's strain is particularly nasty. Heather Yourex-West looks at the fallout from Skate Canada's decision not to host major events in Alberta, because of the province's laws on transgender athletes. Seán O'Shea reports on the joint investigation between police and the Canada Border Services Agency that resulted in the recovery of hundreds of stolen vehicles. Dan Spector explains why Pablo Rodriguez has resigned as the leader of the Quebec Liberals, only six months after taking over the position. Redmond Shannon reports on the 59 charges the accused Bondi Beach attacker is facing, and why Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is under criticism. And Dawna sits down with Prime Minister Mark Carney for a year-end interview, and asks him whether he's trying to court other Conservative MPs to secure a majority government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New evidence is emerging in the terror attack in Australia. Redmond Shannon explains why police now believe the gunmen were inspired by the so-called Islamic State, as new video surfaces showing the attackers being confronted by a couple in their 60s. David Akin explains why a Canadian delegation, including six MPs, was blocked from entering the occupied West Bank. Nick Reiner has now been charged in the murders of his parents, acclaimed director/actor Rob Reiner and photographer-turned-producer Michele Singer Reiner. Jackson Proskow has the new details about what happened in the couple's final hours. Canada's new grocery code of conduct is coming in 2026. Anne Gaviola explains what it means for the industry and for food prices. Heather Yourex-West reports on the federal government unveiling regulations aimed at reducing methane emissions. Iris Dyck reports on the precious piece of regalia being returned to its community. Plus, boycotting Alberta: Jeff Semple explains why Skate Canada has decided to stop holding major events in that province. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Reiner, the son of legendary movie maker Rob Reiner, has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the Hollywood icon and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found stabbed to death in their home. Jackson Proskow reports on what's been revealed about the murders; and on the struggles Nick Reiner has faced; and Eric Sorensen looks at how Rob Reiner left an indelible mark on Hollywood and beyond. Australia is in shock and grieving after 15 people were killed and dozens more injured in a shooting at Sydney's famed Bondi Beach, where Jewish people had gathered for a Hanukkah event. Redmond Shannon reports on what's known so far about the attack, the gunmen, and what Ahmed al-Ahmed, the man who bravely disarmed one of the shooters, is saying; and Heather Yourex-West looks at how the attack has left both Jewish-Canadians and Muslim-Canadians feeling nervous. And Angela Jung reports from Abbotsford, B.C., on the warning of what's to come in the flood zone, even as floodwaters recede. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices