Manitoba port offers trade opportunity for Canada amid tariff threats
As the U.S. threatens Canada with an additional 35 per cent tariff on goods, the American commerce secretary is making it clear the White House is firmly committed to its levies. But as they also force Canada to rethink its shipping and trade with the rest of the world, the potential of a sub-Arctic port town in Manitoba is also coming into focus.
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Dozens of Gazans seeking aid killed by Israeli fire; Trump's $10B lawsuit against WSJ
Nearly two years since the war in Gaza began, it's another grim day for Palestinians struggling to survive in the enclave. Officials there say more than 30 people were killed after Israeli troops fired on crowds seeking food from U.S. and Israeli-run aid centres. Plus, U.S. President Donald Trump sues the Wall Street Journal over an alleged letter between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Trump lashes out at WSJ's report on Epstein letter; Uproar over Colbert's 'Late Show' cancellation
Already deep in turmoil over his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, U.S. President Donald Trump is now seeking legal action against the Wall Street Journal, after they published details of an alleged letter between him and the convicted sex offender. Plus, the shock and suspicions over CBS axing Stephen Colbert's top-rated, late-night talk show. Was the decision to cancel 'The Late Show' just business or politically motivated?
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Bill C-5 summit; Trump's diagnosis; Baby made with 3 adults' DNA
Prime Minister Mark Carney pitches Bill C-5, the law fast-tracking major resource and infrastructure projects, to First Nations leaders, who worry the legislation won't respect their rights. David Akin reports on what both sides said, and what happens next. Carolyn Jarvis reports on the calls for an investigation into the federal government's Vaccine Injury Support Program (VISP). Questions have been raised about U.S. President Donald Trump's health after his hand was bruised and legs were swollen. How the White House physician is diagnosing Trump. In the United Kingdom, scientists have given birth to a groundbreaking procedure. Mike Armstrong explains how and why they've created babies using the DNA of three people. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has begun holding her town halls aimed at giving Albertans a direct say in how to assert the province's sovereignty. Heather Yourex-West explains how Smith is getting an earful. Plus, a Canadian athlete has kicked her way to the top. Eric Sorensen reports on the record-setting deal for professional soccer player Olivia Smith.
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Steadying Canada's steel industry; Youth-cession; Trump disses MAGA crowd
Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled his remedy for Canada's steelmakers aimed at reducing the turmoil from U.S. tariffs. Mackenzie Gray reports on the strategy, and what business leaders want Carney to do. Young Canadians are experiencing a "youth-cession." Anne Gaviola looks at how tough it is for that demographic to find a good job and good pay. U.S. President Donald Trump is on the defensive. Jackson Proskow reports on Trump's angry message to MAGA supporters about the Jeffrey Epstein files, as Trump insists there's nothing to see here. Plus, they need to talk: Heidi Petracek explains how plants and bugs actually communicate with each other.
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