Best Asian Voting Podcasts (2026)

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Iranian protests intensify, flu numbers, women’s Olympic hockey team and more 28:03

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Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lashed out at President Trump as having hands "stained with the blood of Iranians" as his supporters shouted "Death to America!" This as protests continued to intensify for the 13th day against the regime. With the internet shut down, it appears that government forces have begun a crackdown on protesters. U.S P…

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Protests in Iran, Minneapolis ICE fallout, Canadians peeved over ‘pitch’ of airline seats, and more 26:55

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Protests across Iran continue for the 12th straight day. Demonstrators are angry over the state of the country’s crumbling economy. Clashes have been reported with Iranian security forces and President Trump has issued a warning. Plus: CBC News is on the ground in Minneapolis, Minnesota as protests erupt in the wake of the deadly shooting of a 37-y…

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Deadly ICE-related shooting in Minnesota, Carney eyes trade talks in China, Heated Rivalry’s CANCON effect, and more 27:57

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Outrage in Minneapolis, after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement – or ICE – officer shot dead a woman during the Trump administration’s latest immigration crackdown. U.S. officials called it an act of self-defence. Minneapolis’s mayor says it was reckless, and denounced the excuse. Also: We look at the Prime Minister’s foreign policy priori…

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Canada’s solidarity with Greenland, Venezuela’s uncertain future, child’s harrowing zipline experience, and more 27:57

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Prime Minister Mark Carney says he backs Danish sovereignty over Greenland, after the U.S. President renews his annexation threats. Donald Trump’s takeover talk is just one of a number of distractions for Carney as world leaders gather in France for high-level coalition talks on the war in Ukraine. Also: Washington ramps up the rhetoric, and pressu…

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Maduro in court, CBC News in Colombia, Chrystia Freeland’s new job in Ukraine, and more 27:55

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Following a dramatic 48 hours, deposed Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife appear in a New York court on charges of drug trafficking and narco-terrorism while the world waits, and watches for U.S. President Donald Trump’s next move in the escalating conflict. Also: The view from next door. CBC News touches down in Colombia, as the Venezue…

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Maduro in custody, Venezuela's oil reserves, Highly skilled immigrants leaving Canada, and more 30:52

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Captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife will appear before a U.S. judge on Monday - their first court appearance in what will be a long legal battle. Meanwhile, Maduro's allies, now in control of Venezuela, say they will not bend to U-S pressure. Now, the Trump administration is making new, direct threats -- warning the regime to …

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U.S. captures Venezuelan President, Power restored to Manitoba first nation, Climate goals in 2026, and more 30:42

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United States armed forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife...after carrying out an overnight assault on the capital, Caracas. Its a stunning culmination of a months long standoff between the two countries. President Donald Trump now claims the country of Venezuela is being run by the U.S.. We have extensive coverage o…

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Stablecoins, copper boom, dementia treatment and more 23:39

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Staff Picks from recent stories: With a new year starting, many of us are trying to change our habits. An Alberta company is interested in shaking up Canadian currency by creating a digital coin, backed by the loonie. And: Canada is trying to cash in on a shift to renewables and EV technology. One of the metals essential to those industries is copp…

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A look at 2025: Trump sows chaos, Carney calls for calm, Gaza clings to hope, and more 25:03

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2025 may go down as the year Canada's relationship with the United States was forever changed. Nearly 11 months into U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war, the economic damage is clear. The remedies are not. Washington correspondent Katie Simpson and senior business correspondent Peter Armstrong look at the prospects for a new free trade deal. An…

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Israel threatens to bar Gaza aid groups, power still out in a First Nation in Manitoba, Olympic men’s hockey roster announced, and more 27:47

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Israel may stop dozens of aid organizations from delivering much needed supplies to people in Gaza if they fail to satisfy new personal data requirements. And: Pimicikamak Cree Nation in Manitoba has been without power or clean water since Sunday and the lights may not come back on until the new year. Also: Hockey Canada has announced a men’s hocke…

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Manhunt in Saskatchewan, US strike on Venezuela, unrest in Iran, and more 21:53

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Saskatchewan RCMP are searching for two armed suspects after a shooting left one person dead and injured three others. And: A major escalation in the row between the US and Venezuela. Sources within the Trump administration confirm it targeted a port facility inside Venezuela linked to alleged drug boats. And: A third straight day of protests in Ir…

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Ukraine-Russia talks, Netanyahu in the US, Calgary’s road safety reform, and more 21:14

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Russia is accusing Ukraine of targeting Vladimir Putin’s residence, throwing doubt on the progress achieved in reaching a peace deal with Kyiv. And: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets US President Donald Trump in Florida. The Gaza ceasefire deal is the focus of the talks. Also: A deadly year on Alberta's roads. Calgary's fatal crashes …

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Innovations in education, how climate change affects your wine, pro-quality hockey in small towns, and more 26:09

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Looking back at more of our favourite stories from 2025: Putting truth and reconciliation into practice: a special program in Manitoba teaches teachers ways of integrating the concepts into their classroom. And a sacred pipe is returned to a Saskatchewan First Nation after 135 years. And: As climate change heats up the air and dries out the ground,…

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Running ships on electricity, a casket made from mushrooms, a Lake Ontario shipwreck older than Canada, and more 25:09

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Looking back at some of our favourite stories from 2025: Many of our stories look at environmental challenges and solutions, from reducing the carbon footprint of ships in port, to reducing your own carbon footprint after death. And merchants finding ways to reduce food waste in Nigeria's markets, while others boost local sustainable wool productio…

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U.S. border photos, Port expansion questions, agri tourism popularity, and more. 23:21

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Staff picks from recent stories: If you are heading into the U.S. any time soon, prepare to say 'cheese.' Starting today, authorities there will snap photos of every Canadian crossing the border – no matter if they are coming or going. Plus: The concerns over a plan to expand the Port of Montreal. It’s one of the projects on Prime Minister Mark Car…

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Cross border travel, cost of living, ebooks costing libraries, and more 27:07

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Data from Statistics Canada shows fewer Canadians travelling to the United States, compared to last year. They’re discouraged by political and economic tensions. But there is a twist. American tourists into Canada seem undeterred. In fact -- their numbers are up. And: Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canadians need to be prepared for sacrifices. Man…

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More Epstein files, avalanche risk , the push for raw milk, and more 27:11

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The U.S. Department of Justice releases another 30,000 documents relating to convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein. Many are heavily redacted. And instead of clarity, the latest file drop is causing more confusion. And: It's avalanche season and if you’re heading to Alberta’s backcountry – be prepared. Also: It's been illegal to sell it in Canada …

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Remembering Bondi Beach shooting victims, Youth debt, Heated Rivalry's massive success, and more 30:13

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Australians are holding a day of reflection to mark one week since the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach. Thousands gathered near the scene of the attack to honor the 15 lives lost. Some accuse the government of failing to act on threats against the Jewish community. And there are questions about how future attacks like this ca…

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Labour union protests, Intense cold in the Prairies, Exodus of Apple executives, and more 29:02

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Labour unions to to the streets across Canada today. They're protesting the repeated use of the Canada Labour Code to end labour disruptions in favour of binding arbitration. Unionized workers argue that federal use of that section of the code is unconstitutional. Also: Winter doesn't officially begin until Sunday morning - but decidedly winter wea…

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Terror charges, flu up, charitable donations down, some Epstein files released, and more 26:23

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Allegations of kidnappings, hate crimes, and links to a terror group. A Toronto-area police investigation went from allegations of targeting women, to multiple terrorism-related charges. And: Peak flu season is just around the corner. Alberta health officials say the province’s hospitals are under strain, as Canada experiences a tougher-than-usual …

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Carney on CUSMA, Ring of Fire deal, horse herpes, and more 27:38

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Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. President Donald Trump hasn't suggested he will walk away from the North American free trade deal. But the U.S. trade representative has suggested Trump is willing to just throw out the deal signed during Trump’s first term. Carney says they talked earlier this month about timelines for renewing and renegotiatin…

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Que. Lib leader quits, Carney on floor crossing, U.S. lures Canadian skiers, and more 26:51

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Quebec Liberal Party Leader Pablo Rodriguez has resigned, CBC News has learned. Sources say Rodriguez felt he had become too great a distraction for the party. The party has been investigating allegations of illegal campaign donations. And: The federal Liberals have been gaining MPs after two crossed the floor from the Conservatives. In a year-end …

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Grand Tamasha’s Best Books of 2025 14:57

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Grand Tamasha is Carnegie’s weekly podcast on Indian politics and policy co-produced with the Hindustan Times, a leading Indian media house. For six years (and counting), host Milan Vaishnav has interviewed authors, journalists, policymakers, and practitioners working on contemporary India to give listeners across the globe a glimpse into life in t…

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Australia attack ISIS inspired, EU rolls back EV car mandates, Ontarians use Quebec bottle deposit program, and more 27:21

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They were inspired by ISIS. Authorities in Australia say the father and son behind the mass shooting at a Hanukkah party on Sunday had ISIS material and believed the group's ideology. The attack on the Jewish community killed at least 15 people and injured dozens more. And: European Union eases up on its plan to ban gas powered cars. It has been dr…

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Flu soaring, Wiseman as ambassador to U.S., First Nations child welfare, and more 26:14

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New numbers from Health Canada suggest the country is experiencing a wave of flu cases at a level not seen in years. That means hospitalizations are also on the rise. And: Prime Minister Mark Carney has chosen Mark Wiseman as Canada’s new ambassador to the U.S. Also: Ottawa’s got a new offer to reform the on-reserve child welfare system. It’s willi…

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Bondi Beach memorials, Rob Reiner death, food inflation in Canada, and more 27:58

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Candles of joy, also lit in mourning. Australia is mourning 15 people shot at Bondi Beach on Sunday at a Hanukkah celebration. The mass shooting has provoked public conversation about extremism, anti-semitism, and stricter gun control. And: His work spanned generations, and genres. The deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife Michele Singer Reiner are dra…

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Bondi Beach shooting, Pierre Poilievre denies internal party struggles, Gazans receiving medical treatment abroad, and more 30:06

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At least 15 people are dead and dozens are injured after a horrific attack at Bondi Beach in Australia. Two gunmen carried out a targeted attack on Sydney's Jewish community, opening fire on a Hanukkah celebration. Australia's Prime Minister is calling it "an evil act of antisemitism". You'll hear the latest from Sydney, and reaction from around th…

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Mass shooting at Brown University, Belarus frees prisoners, Chile's election, and more. 29:49

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In Providence, Rhode Island, multiple people are dead and injured after a mass shooting on the campus of Brown University. Police are still searching for a suspect. We have the latest details. Also: Belarus has freed dozens of prisoners, including prominent dissidents and activists. The move comes after negotiations with the U.S. - which promised t…

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Reaction to floor crossing, B.C. prepares for more flooding, AI in toys, and more 27:06

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One day after MP Michael Ma crossed the floor to join the governing caucus, the Liberals are suggesting more Conservatives are considering the same move. And: The threat of flooding isn’t over in B.C.'s Fraser Valley; more rain is on the way. Hundreds of properties have been evacuated, some even damaged. Local officials are laying some of the blame…

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B.C. flooding, immigration museum CEO quits, orcas cooperating with dolphins, and more 28:00

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Evacuation orders expanded in B.C.'s Fraser Valley. Floodwaters and landslides cut off the Lower Mainland from the Interior. Residents are bracing themselves – similar weather devastated the region in 2021, killing farm animals, and causing billions of dollars in damage. And: The CEO of one of Canada's national museums is retiring one day after a d…

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U.S. trade rep on CUSMA, Quebec anti-corruption probe, Robert Munsch’s “last hurrah”, and more 28:07

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The Trump administration is casting doubt on the future of the Canada/U.S./Mexico trade deal. A top official suggests the three-way pact could be replaced by separate bilateral deals — a change that would send shockwaves through the markets, businesses, and cause more uncertainty for the Canadian economy. It comes as all three countries prepare to …

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The Quiet Resilience of U.S.–India Defense Cooperation 52:28

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Despite a year marked by tariff battles, confusion over Washington’s China policy, and the shock of the 2025 India–Pakistan war, one part of the U.S.–India relationship has held firm: bilateral defense cooperation. The two sides recently announced a new defense framework, are deepening links between their private sectors, and are boosting military-…

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Canada’s ambassador to US steps down, the plight of Sudan’s children, pipeline vote, prepping Canada’s military, and more 28:09

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The UN children's agency is calling for urgent action to protect kids in Sudan. Warning in a new report, millions of children are in dire need of life-saving aid. And: A position-defining vote, or a political stunt? Conservatives put forward a non-binding motion on Ottawa’s pipeline agreement with Alberta. In an interview with CBC News on Sunday, P…

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PR for foreign doctors, Air Transat strike looming, social media ban for kids, and more 28:11

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The federal government is promising more spots for permanent residency for foreign doctors working in Canada. The goal – keep them in the country, and boost Canadians’ access to family doctors. And: Canadian travel plans are in jeopardy again this year. Air Transat pilots have issued a strike notice. The airline says if there’s no deal by tomorrow,…

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Extortion threats against South Asians, Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem, Australia's teen social media ban, and more 31:52

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South Asians in Canada accuse Ottawa of putting foreign policy interests ahead of their safety. They're holding a series of town halls in multiple cities across the country, to address what they call an extortion crisis facing their communities. Also: Christmas celebrations have returned to Bethlehem, after a two-year hiatus. Saturday night saw the…

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Indigenous cultural items returned, B.C. mill closures, Removing a rusting ship from a Newfoundland waterfront, and more 26:37

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A welcome, a century in the making, on the tarmac at Montreal's Trudeau International airport. Dozens of cultural objects belonging to First Nations, Inuit and Metis have arrived in Canada after being sent by the Vatican. The 62 items were among thousands of objects sent to Rome by missionaries in the 1920s. Now, they are one step closer to returni…

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Frank Gehry dies, sport/politics mix at FIFA, Indigenous items repatriated, and more 28:23

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Canadian-born architect Frank Gehry has died. He was known as one of the most original talents in the field — designing the ground-breaking Bilbao museum, among many other projects, including the facade of the Art Gallery of Ontario. And: Prime Minister Mark Carney is in Washington. He went for the World Cup draw. But he was drawn into something el…

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Food prices climb, children’s flu cases up, Mexico’s FIFA stadium, and more 27:18

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Food prices in Canada are climbing faster than most people can keep up. And a new report suggests there won’t be a break on grocery bills anytime soon. And: Canada’s flu season is off to an early, and virulent start. Some pediatric hospitals say they are getting flooded with young patients – and cases are likely to keep rising. Also: It’s one of th…

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Shingles vaccine slows dementia, CUSMA hearings, Somali community reaction and more 27:51

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A study on one variety of shingles vaccine already showed it cut diagnoses of mild cognitive impairment. Now researchers have dug deeper into the data – and found the shot could slow progression of dementia in those who already have it. And: People in Minnesota are bracing for more U.S. immigration agents to arrive in their state. Specifically targ…

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Rewriting India’s Education Story, One Girl at a Time 47:19

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This year, the non-profit Educate Girls became the first Indian organization ever to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award—often called Asia’s Nobel Prize. The foundation recognized the group for its groundbreaking work enrolling out-of-school girls, improving learning outcomes, and shifting social norms in some of India’s most underserved communities.…

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AFN rejects Ottawa/Alberta deal, Putin ready for war with Europe, facial recognition on police body cams, and more 28:13

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Assembly of First Nations chiefs demand the immediate withdrawal of a new pipeline deal between Canada and Alberta. The deal would lift the federal ban on oil tanker traffic in northern B.C. waters. National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak said it was "as if First Nations rights can be wiped away” with one agreement. And: Russian President Vladimir P…

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Algoma layoffs, hidden fire in a Toronto highrise, WHO on GLPs, and more 25:14

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Algoma Steel is laying off about a thousand workers — roughly a third of its workforce. The company is pointing to the effects of U.S. tariffs. But it also had government help: half a billion dollars that was supposed to keep workers on the job. And: A fire has been burning through a Toronto highrise complex for more than four days now. But no one …

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Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Indigenous opposition to pipeline, Italian actresses demand accountability from their industry, and more 30:06

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U.S. and Ukrainian officials held another round of talks today - in hopes of getting closer to a peace plan to bring Russia's war on Ukraine to an end. Both delegations called the meeting productive, but there are still concerns that a peace deal will be tilted is Russia's favour. Also: Opposition is mounting against the Alberta‑Ottawa pipeline dea…

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Ukraine strikes Russian oil tankers, Extreme weather in Southeast Asia, Danielle Smith sells her Ottawa deal to her party, and more 28:29

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Ukranian and Russian officials are gearing up for potential peace talks - but those efforts are being overshadowed by continued violence. As Kyiv suffered from Russian attacks on Friday, Ukraine struck two Russian oil tankers that are part of their so-called 'shadow fleet'. Also: A natural disaster -- turning catastrophic. Sri Lanka has declared a …

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Pipeline politics, Trump crackdown on immigration, is “Buy Canadian” over? And more 28:03

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The federal Liberals insist they’re more united than ever — one day after a cabinet minister quit over changing environmental policies. And: U.S. President Donald Trump vows to “permanently pause” immigration from what he calls Third World countries, after an Afghan national who had been granted asylum is accused of shooting two National Guard memb…

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Alberta and Ottawa shake hands on an energy agreement, former Liberal environment minister quits cabinet, Quebec beefs up its secularism law, U.S. National Guard shootings, and more 28:11

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith agree to a pipeline proposal that could flow oil through British Columbia to the Pacific Coast. The partnership is billed as a win for cooperation between Alberta and Ottawa, but it’s already creating some political loss, in the form of pushback from B.C., and a resignation from the Carn…

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Deadly Hong Kong fire, help for steel and lumber, food bank demand, and more 26:39

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Dozens of people are dead after a massive fire in Hong Kong. Many people are still missing. The fire still isn’t out, and there’s no word on the cause, but many fingers are pointing to bamboo scaffolding that caused flames to spread very quickly. And: Ottawa announces support for steel and lumber industries coping with U.S. tariffs. The plan includ…

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Beyond the Raj: Recasting the India–UK Partnership 49:43

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India and the United Kingdom have spent decades trying to define their post-colonial relationship—part partnership, part rivalry, and often, part courtship. Today, that relationship is being recast amid trade talks, tech cooperation, and geopolitical shifts. The two sides recently signed a landmark trade agreement and officials in London and New De…

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Remembering champion curler and broadcaster Colleen Jones, Carney’s pipeline gamble, RSV immunization accessibility, and more 27:25

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Remembering Colleen Jones. The 65-year-old was a world champion curler, and a member of the Order of Canada. She was also a longtime CBC personality, telling the stories of Canadians over a career that spanned four decades, starting in 1986 as Halifax’s first woman sports anchor. Jones died today following a battle with cancer. And: For a deal that…

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Backlash to Carney’s “Who cares?” comment, Comey indictments dismissed, businesses face Black Friday pressure, and more 26:12

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The federal Conservatives attack the Prime Minister for appearing fed up over recent reporter questions about U.S. trade talks. Pierre Poilievre wants to know where Mark Carney’s promised deal is. A month has passed since negotiations fell apart because of Ontario’s anti-tariff ad. Carney says he might visit the White House ‘soon.’ And: A U.S. fede…