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Wrap your day with the world’s biggest stories. We set the bar on the daily news catch-up, going deeper on news stories that speak to the moment.
An evening news podcast updated seven days a week, from CBC News. Sort out what's real, what's relevant and what’s truly new, from a Canadian perspective, with hosts Susan Bonner and Stephanie Skenderis.
Context, analysis and surprise — all in about 25 minutes.
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U.S. President Donald Trump has put out a call - asking other countries to send their navies to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump claims, without evidence, to have effectively defeated Iran. Even as Iran maintains military dominance over the vital shipping route, and its military leaders continue to threaten American targets across the Middle East.Also: The skyrocketing price of oil was top of mind during Mark Carney's visit to Norway. The Prime Minister met with his Norwegian counterpart in Oslo today, where they discussed Arctic security, support for Ukraine, and what role the two countries can play in easing an energy crisis. And: In the face of immigration raids still happening in cities across the United States - some Mexicans living in the U.S. are choosing to self-deport. They're leaving the country voluntarily before they are arrested and deported. You'll hear about the pressure that is putting on some families. Plus: Injunction on al-Quds rally in Toronto rejected, Lori Idlout's riding reacts to her crossing the floor, The women behind Oscar nominated film 'Sinners', and more.
Canada's economy lost nearly 84,000 jobs in February, pushing the unemployment rate up to 6.7%. That’s a setback for the labour market and one of the worst monthly job losses seen in years outside of the pandemic.And: The Trump administration pledges to continue its heavy bombardment of Iran. The war has had a dramatic effect on the movement of oil as Tehran targets the Strait of Hormuz. In an effort to alleviate the pressure on prices, the U.S. has temporarily suspended its sanctions on Russian oil.Also: Millions of monarch butterflies are heading north from the mountains of Mexico, carrying tiny transmitters that scientists hope will reveal the secrets of their journey.Plus: Ontario moves to change Freedom of Information rules, PM Mark Carney in Norway, Hezbollah and Israel, and more.
Jewish communities across North America are on alert after another attack. A man drove his car into — and through — a synagogue in Michigan. He was armed, and the car burst into flames inside the building. It’s another incident, adding to the fear felt at synagogues and Jewish schools.And: The first statement from Iran’s new leader Mojtaba Khamenei says the military should keep up its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. It also says Iran will continue to target U.S. military bases, and wants reparations for the deaths of Iranians killed by American bombing.Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney goes to Yellowknife to detail plans to reinforce security in Canada’s north.Plus: Manitoba considers ban on pay-for-plasma, airline prices going up again, a bill to make it easier for police and Canada’s spy service to investigate online activity, and more.Music credit: Chan Chan by Buena Vista Social Club
Liberals are celebrating a political coup that brings them one step closer to a majority government. Nunavut MP Lori Idlout has joined the party — crossing the floor from the ranks of the NDP.And: Donald Trump says the U.S. could destroy what's left of Iran in an hour. But the fighting shows no sign of letting up. Iran says it is prepared for a long war of attrition. And it's doubling down on what might be its most powerful weapon — international oil flow.Also: Doctors say portable MRI machines are a game changer — improving surgical outcomes and reaching patients in rural and remote regions.Plus: Israel pushes further into Lebanon, animal rights activists push for a ban on live horse exports, the effect of the war on fertilizer prices, and more.
The RCMP has declared a national security incident over shots fired at the U.S. consulate in downtown Toronto this morning. Police are looking for two suspects they say drove up to the building and took shots.Politicians have denounced the shooting, with Prime Minister Mark Carney calling it “reprehensible”. He and others suggested there has been an increase in violence in Canada connected to the war in the Middle East.And: The U.S. and Israel pledge what they called the biggest day of strikes in Iran. Iranian leaders are threatening “an eye for eye” and showing no sign of tiring or backing down.Also: A company with Canadian directors funneled valuable pearls to Myanmar's brutal military regime despite sanctions imposed by Canada and its allies. A CBC investigation has revealed a human rights group asked the RCMP to look at the activities of the company almost two years ago, but authorities won't say whether they have taken up the case.Plus: Five First Nation sacred artifacts unveiled in Quebec, oil and stock markets bounce in response to the war, and more.
U.S. President Donald Trump says the war in the Middle East is “very complete, pretty much.” He says the U.S. is far ahead of its initial estimate of four to five weeks.And: Oil prices surge to their highest level since 2022 — to well over $100 a barrel before dropping. The war-driven escalation is sparking fears of a worldwide economic shock. The costs are already being felt in Canada, with increased prices at the gas pump, and could soon ripple out to the supply chain, affecting groceries and deliveries.Also: About two dozen people were rescued after a piece of ice they were fishing on separated from shore in Georgian Bay and started floating away.Plus: Live Nation settlement, house debates the war, and more.
Iran's assembly of experts has chosen a new Supreme Leader. Mojtaba Khamenei was elected to replace his father -- the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in airstrikes last Saturday. Meanwhile, thick, black smoke continues to blanket the sky over Tehran after the U.S. and Israel targeted multiple Iranian oil depotsAlso: Renewed fighting between Israel and the Iranian proxy group Hezbollah has led to a significt humanitarian crisis. Lebanon says more than half-a-million people are displaced and nearly 400 people are dead in the escalating conflict.And: It's that time of year again. In much of the country, Canadians lost one hour of sleep overnight. But British Columbians have sprung forward for the last time. The province is now on year-round daylight saving time. But sleep scientists say permanent standard time would have been the better option. Plus: PM Carney announces three byelections, Americans looking to get Canadian citizenship, The Canadian short animated film looking to win an Oscar, and more
1Iranian president Masoud Pezeshkian is apologizing for attacks on its neighbours that are caught in the crossfire of Iran's war with the U-S and Israel. Despite his words, Iranian drones and missiles continue to strike Gulf countries. Pezeshkian is calling for a diplomatic solution to the crisis, but also rejects U.S. President Donald Trump's demand for Iran's unconditional surrender. Meanwhile, Israel says it has 'a well organized plan' to destabilize the Iranian regime and enable change. Also: The remains of troops killed in action have been returned to American soil. They were killed in Kuwait last weekend, on the second day of the war between the US and Israel, and Iran. And: Canadian businesses working on the weak spots in the country's food system. Trade vulnerability caused by the ongoing threat of U.S. tariffs is serving as fuel for businesses looking to have more of Canada's crops processed and sold at home. Plus: Tech startups growing in Newfoundland, Using 3D printing to build houses, Canada's strong start at the Paralympic Games, and more.
U.S. President Donald Trump is calling for nothing short of Iran’s unconditional surrender, rejecting peace talks. That posture as strikes and counterstrikes continue to hit Iran and surrounding countries for a seventh day. And intense Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut.And: Canadians are paying more at the pump as oil prices climb in response to the war.Also: An Ontario woman murdered this week had warned she was in danger, and a Khalistani extremist group may be responsible. A social media post says others who speak out against them could meet the same fate.Plus: Canada/U.S. trade negotiation, diversity at the Brier, and after federal cuts can U.S. national security agencies protect the country from threats?
Iran may be ground zero, but as missile and drone strikes rain down, and casualties climb, neighbouring countries are feeling direct impacts of a widening war.And: Canada and other NATO allies are walking a diplomatic tightrope. Some are sending military resources, others words of support or criticism, as they balance their responses to the war.Also: As their industry gets chopped down by tariffs B.C. forestry workers are being promised re-training, paid for by government programs. But it might be too little, and too late.Plus: A CBC News investigation reveals a link between two of the biggest criminal cases in the country, Humboldt driver faces deportation, China’s economic future, and more.
The head of the Pentagon insists Iran’s military is growing weary after five days of strikes. Pete Hegseth also says the U.S. is just getting started.And: CBC News chief correspondent Adrienne Arsenault reports from the northern border of Israel near Lebanon, where strikes and sirens are a persistent fact of life.Also: It's invisible, toxic and lurks in our homes. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada. And scientists say Canada should lower its guidelines on what’s an acceptable amount to have in your home.Plus: Canada debates between Gripens and F-35s, Mexico tries to reassure potential FIFA visitors, is the world looking to Canada for safe oil and gas? … and more.
Fresh waves of attacks hit Iran and other countries in the region, as U.S. President Donald Trump gives another reason for why he made the decision to begin airstrikes.And: For nearly three weeks, 93-year-old Frank Stronach has walked into a Toronto courtroom and listened to seven women testify that he sexually assaulted them. The allegations span from 1977 to 1990 and the passage of time has been a major concern in the case.Also: It's a hundred days until the FIFA World Cup. Canada will co-host with matches in Toronto and Vancouver. But finding a place to stay in one of those cities is turning into an expensive headache.Plus: Poilievre’s Europe tour, how the war is affecting global stocks, and more.
The bombing campaign in Iran has drawn in other countries. The U.S. and Israel are targeting Iran, but nations including UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia are coming under fire from Tehran. And Lebanon’s Hezbollah is also playing a role — firing rockets at Israel, and drawing Israeli airstrikes. U.S. president Donald Trump says operations are likely to last four or five weeks. But, he hasn’t ruled out hostilities lasting “far longer.”We have reports from the region, with correspondents on the ground in Amman, Jerusalem, and Washington.And: The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps is a designated terrorist organization in Canada. So why do so many Iranians here say they are being threatened by its members?Also: As of January, Ozempic is no longer protected by an exclusivity patent in Canada. That means other companies can make generics here. We look at how that process is going.Plus: Public service cuts in Nova Scotia, and more.
The United States and Israel hit Iran with a fresh wave of attacks Sunday - a day after the assassination of the country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has vowed retaliation - continuing its own airstrikes on a number of countries in the region. An interim council is running the country. But Khamenei's death, along with the killings of several senior Iranian figures, has created uncertainty about Iran's future.Also: In a ten year period ending in 2024, Canada had more than five thousand reported cases of human trafficking. And the Northwestern Ontario city Thunder Bay had the highest average annual rate. Many of the victims often don't know they're being groomed. But those who have gone through it are playing a key role in trying to protect those at risk.And: Skin cancer rates are on the rise in Canada. But as people turn to sunscreen for protection, the number on the bottle isn't always trustworthy. The CBC Marketplace team sent samples from one brand of sunscreen to several labs for testing. And the results they got back were wildly different.Plus: More reaction to the conflict in Iran, the effect of motherhood on orcas, and more.
The United States President announced a massive and ongoing military operation against Iran - unleashing a large air assault that hit hundreds of targets across the country. President Trump says the mission is aimed at toppling Iran's regime. And tonight, Trump took to social media - claiming that Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is dead. The attack prompted a broad response from Iran, which launched ballistic missiles not only at Israel - but at targets across the Middle East. We have extensive coverage of today's events - including reaction from around the world and in Canada.Plus: Ukraininan refugees worry about changing immigration laws in Canada, Canadian's rethinking trips to Mexico after recent violence, and more.
Canadian doctors are making a new push to catch high cholesterol sooner. They say plaque buildup in the arteries can start as early as childhood due to a genetic condition. They say screening should start as early as 2 years old.Also: Former U.S. President Bill Clinton faces lawmakers over his relationship with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, saying he ‘saw nothing,’ adding if he knew about Epstein’s crimes he would have ‘turned him in myself.’ The 79-year old also criticized the committee for calling his wife in to testify. During her six hours of grilling Thursday, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called the actions of the lawmakers ‘political theatre’, insisting she had “no idea,’ about Epstein’s criminal activities.And: Space Jam. Facing a string of technical setbacks, NASA announces an abrupt shift to its Artemis lunar program, revamping its goal to land a human on the moon for the first time in more than half a century.Plus: Flareup of fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan, Carney in India, the danger of ‘spit hoods’, and more.
Prime Minister Mark Carney is on his way to India. The visit is meant to put years of frosty relations aside and lay the groundwork for a comprehensive trade deal. Sikh activists in Canada say some of them are being threatened by people with ties to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. They say India should not be rewarded with a trade deal.Plus: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has laid out his vision for Canada. And its future trade deals. Poilievre did something he has avoided before: directly criticizing U.S. President Donald Trump's trade and tariff policies. But he says the two countries are inextricably linked, and need to be able to work together.And: Hillary Clinton told U.S. lawmakers… if they want answers about Jeffrey Epstein, they are looking in the wrong place. Clinton was summoned to be questioned about Epstein, but said she had never met him, or visited any of his homes or offices.Plus: Potential overuse of antipsychotic drugs in long-term care homes, Cuba boat shooting, Iran talks continue, and more.
Canada’s main teacher federation says violence in classrooms has reached a crisis point. From class size to the lingering effects of pandemic shutdowns, the reasons vary. But they say violence in the classroom is increasing — even with some educators wearing Kevlar.Plus: A top U.S. trade official says Canada may need to face a future with tariffs, regardless of what comes out of upcoming CUSMA renegotiations. The comments follow a State of the Union speech by President Donald Trump, in which he put America’s trade partners on notice, and suggested the revenue generated from import levies could one day replace income taxes for U.S. citizens.And: Why a changing environment may be linked to increased harm for the West Coast humpback whale population in Canada and the USPlus: Poilievre’s trade message reset, Mexico steps up security, the Pentagon’s Anthropic ultimatum, and more.
Events and vigils are held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia’s invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Vladimir Putin “has not achieved his goals,” while vowing to continue the fight. European leaders are promising billions of dollars to help Ukraine in its efforts. Canada is too, along with more sanctions on Russian energy. Ceasefire talks remain at a standstill, with big questions over territory and how the war will end.Also: Let’s talk about text. Executives from U.S. tech giant OpenAI are in Ottawa to answer questions about its chatbot, ChatGPT, and what the company is doing to protect Canadians from harm. The visit follows last week’s revelation that OpenAI staff banned the Tumbler Ridge, B.C. shooter from ChatGPT last June for troubling interactions with their software program, but never flagged concerns to police.And: Why Mexico’s takedown of cartel kingpin, ‘El Mencho,’ could have a ripple effect on Canada’s drug trade.Plus: State of the Union, Trump’s wind power tilt, stability returns to Puerto Vallarta, and more.
The mood across Mexico remains one of shock and fear after waves of weekend violence hit Puerto Vallarta and other regions. One of the country’s most notorious drug kingpins was killed in a military raid, immediately triggering widespread retaliation from the Jalisco New Generation cartel. More than 70 people are dead — most were soldiers or gang members.Also: The violence has trapped many Canadians in Puerto Vallarta and its surrounding areas. Puerto Vallarta is under a shelter-in-place order, and a number of airlines have cancelled flights to and from the region. Some Canadians are frustrated with Ottawa’s response to the crisis. Global Affairs is telling people to register with GAC. Officials also say at least two Canadians reported non life-threatening injuries.And: Lost memory. How consumers could take the hit from big tech’s global need for microchips to power AI data farms.Plus: Tariff backlash, new protests in Iran, the push to ‘prescribe’ blueberries, and more.
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Why doesn't CBC ever say anything truthful against Carney. like the fact that the emissions tax still in place will destroy the aluminum and steel industries
absolute shite, just an poor attempt to take the heat off Israel. this is nothing new.
Aducanumab == UnmitigatedMoneyGrab
the May 5th news is a rebroadcast or the May 4th Podcast
the Podcast CBC posted for May 5th is the same podcast of news that posted for May 4th
I’ll tune in when the cbc gets defunded
got one episode and poof...gone
It's nice to see the correct date attached to the podcast. I hope it lasts!
Hope that fixing the date is on your resolutions list, CBC.
CBC is my favorite. wish you'd fix the date issue.
Are they just randomly posting episodes? Tonight the news was from a week ago???
Yup, date shows the first day I downloaded. I prefer the date and time of the most recent available
I'm very happy to have the daily podcast but why is the date usually wrong and why is there no archive for past episodes?
Yay the date is right today! 🙂
same question
Has this been discontinued?
can someone please fix this problem