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  • Global National with Dawna Friesen

    Deadly Montreal shooting; Starmer steps down; Clive Davis' legacy

    2026-06-22 | 26 mins.
    A gunbattle in Montreal leaves a police officer and civilian dead while another officer is wounded. What we know about the armed suspect who also died at the scene. Plus, how Keir Starmer became the latest British prime minister to call it quits. And remembering one of the most influential moguls in music, Clive Davis.
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    U.S.-Iran peace talks stall; Russian fuel frenzy; Climate catastrophe cost

    2026-06-22 | 26 mins.
    Delegates from the U.S. and Iran meet in Switzerland for peace talks. Why they're being complicated by proxy wars and the U.S. president himself. Plus, how civilians in Crimea are feeling the squeeze of Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities. And how Canadians are paying more for insurance, in the face of the climate crisis.
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  • Global National with Dawna Friesen

    U.S.-Iran deal complications; Cuba's capitalist reforms; World Cup break complaints

    2026-06-21 | 26 mins.
    The fragile peace deal between Iran and the U.S. is complicated once more over the Strait of Hormuz and Israel's hostility. Plus, why Cuba's socialist government is softening to private enterprise. And why FIFA is taking heat over its so-called 'hydration breaks' during World Cup games.
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  • Global National with Dawna Friesen

    Player sidelined; Stronach guilty; Pool reno not passing with flying colours

    2026-06-20 | 26 mins.
    Team Canada Ismaël Koné⁠ is recovering with a double fracture of his left leg after being injured during Thursday's World Cup game before that historic victory against Qatar. Sarah MacDonald reports on how Koné⁠ is doing, what he's saying, and how the team is reacting. And Eric Sorensen looks at where Canada now stands in advancing to the next round.

    Jeff Semple reports on how Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach, 93, has been found guilty of committing sexual assault and indecent assaults against two women decades ago.

    Redmond Shannon explains what's already threatening the ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran.

    One province, two kinds of health care: Heather Yourex-West reports on Alberta's plan to allow doctors to practice in both the public and private systems.

    Heidi Petracek reports on the whale sanctuary breaking ground in Nova Scotia, and why not everyone is on board with the plan.

    Plus, sheen of green: Jackson Proskow explains how U.S. President Donald Trump's $14-million USD makeover of the reflecting pool at the foot of the Lincoln Memorial has hit troubled waters.
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  • Global National with Dawna Friesen

    Team Canada's historic win; U.S.-Iran deal dissection

    2026-06-19 | 26 mins.
    Soccer fans revel in Team Canada's historic win against Qatar at the World Cup in Vancouver. Sarah MacDonald reports on the excitement in the streets and how businesses are raking in the cash.

    Jackson Proskow reports on the criticism U.S. President Donald Trump caved by agreeing to the ceasefire deal with Iran.

    Mike Armstrong looks at Ukraine's attack on a major oil refinery in Moscow, and how Ukraine's long range attacks are becoming difficult for Russia to ignore.

    Heidi Petracek explains why gun control advocates are pressuring the federal government to better protect survivors of intimate partner violence.

    Heather Yourex-West looks at Alberta's rising tensions ahead of the fall referendum on separation.

    Plus, World Cup cultures: Eric Sorensen reports on the mosaic of soccer celebrations for the beautiful game.
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About Global National with Dawna Friesen
Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s evening national news podcast, and provides a distinctive voice and approach to the day’s top stories. Following its mission statement of “Story is everything,” the Global National team provides Canadians with in-depth analysis and perspective on important national and international events, connecting with audiences coast-to-coast, bringing clarity to the issues and news of the day. Global National has news bureaus and correspondents in every major Canadian city, as well as Washington and London. The multiple award-winning Global National has been voted Best Newscast by the Radio and Television News Directors Association (RTNDA) of Canada and by the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (the Canadian Screen Awards).
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