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Judy Trinh examines how the war in Iran is driving up costs globally as well as the U.S. military bill after Iran shot down two U.S. aircraft on Friday; Kamil Karamali has more on the struggle some pre-construction condo buyers in Toronto are facing amid Canada's condo market downturn; Genevieve Beauchemin shares an inside look at the strategic reserve and how it is preventing a potential shortage during this year's slow production.

Graham Richardson examines Pierre Poilievre's push for Ottawa to cut the federal tax on fuel until the end of 2026, as businesses and consumers feel the squeeze; John Vennavally-Rao has the latest on Artemis II's mission and what issues the crew encountered as they conducted a series of important tests; Andrew Johnson has more on the arrest made by Vancouver police and how widespread the issue of Pokémon card theft is becoming in Canada.

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is set to become the first non-American beyond low Earth orbit on a historic mission around the Moon; U.S. President Donald Trump says he plans to declare mission accomplished in Iran soon, while continuing to criticize NATO; Restrictions on American alcohol imports are driving demand for Canadian made spirits, giving local distilleries a major boost.

Former diplomat and noted advocate Stephen Lewis, father of new federal NDP Leader Avi Lewis, dies at 88 after a battle with cancer; As a new wave of strikes hit Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump tells allies facing high fuel costs to 'get their own oil, and as the Iran conflict continues to escalate, so do the prices at the pump. 

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford struck a new housing agreement aimed at cutting costs for buyers; with Canadians feeling the pinch as the global conflict in the Middle East and seasonal changes prompt rising gas prices, and after winning the NDP leadership with A 56 per cent of the vote, Avi Lewis now faces the challenge of rebuilding the party after significant losses.

Delegates in Winnipeg express both excitement and disappointment as Avi Lewis won in a majority vote; the not-for-profit grocery store concept has been gaining momentum in New York City, but it’s unclear if Toronto will approve; Bill C-12 has now become law, changing the way Canada accepts immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, and more.

Protestors in both Canada and the U.S. made their voices heard at today’s massive ‘No Kings’ rally, fans at today’s friendly match against Iceland say the massive amounts of traffic and construction at the stadium was a bother; Algonquin College says the closures are once again due to the cap in international student enrollment; and more.

Joy Malbon has the latest on the arrest of golf legend Tiger Woods after he was taken into custody on Friday and charged with driving under the influence; The Toronto Blue Jays secured their first win of the season as they bested the Athletics in a 3-2 victory in their home opener at the Rogers Centre; Laura Brown shares the story of a family in New Brunswick who incurred a $20,000 hospital bill after a loved one waited 18 months for a nursing home bed.

Judy Trinh examines the importance of the spending milestone and how Canada was able to meet the benchmark set by NATO; Liberal MP Michael Ma is facing scrutiny after an exchange with MP Margaret McCuaig-Johnson regarding forced labour in China. Annie Bergeron-Oliver explains; Abigail Bimman provides an update on a B.C. mother and her 7-year-old daughter who have been detained in a Texas ICE facility for 13 days.

Joy Malbon reports on the landmark case that could set a precedent for big tech after a jury found Meta and YouTube created platforms to keep minors addicted; Kathy Le has the latest on an investigation by the RCMP into current and former members of Calgary's City Council, including former mayor Jyoti Gondek; Laura Brown reports on the show of encouragement for women after Fredericton, N.B., City Coun. Cassandra LeBlanc brought her 7-week-old daughter to a meeting.

Adrian Ghobrial reports on the investigation into the plane crash that killed two pilots and injured dozens of others at LaGuardia airport; Allison Bamford reports on the factors contributing to the labour shortage in certain sectors, such as the service industry, for Canadian small businesses; Calgarians are rallying against a rezoning policy which allows for more housing types on a single property. Kathy Le has more on why thousands want it repealed.

New details emerge after an Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia, killing both pilots, causing delays across multiple airports even after operations resumed, and a major legal battle begins as the Supreme Court reviews Quebec’s controversial Bill 21 and the use of the notwithstanding clause.

Iran has promised to further close the Strait of Hormuz in response to Trump promising to ‘obliterate’ energy sites; airlines say they’re adjusting prices and scheduling due to the war in the Middle East impacting fuel prices; Steve’s Music Store on Queen St. W. has now shut down due to increasing financial pressures; and more.

Trump’s latest threat against Iran, posted to social media, is adding to tensions in the global energy market; five grocery stores throughout the country are facing fines over improper label use, with some customers saying the feel misled; one Saskatchewan food bank is hoping an accessible cooking class will help parents teach kids how to make affordable meals; and more.

U.S. forces are intensifying strikes on Iran and deploying more troops to the Persian Gulf, as tensions escalate; Iran is warning global targets could be at risk, raising concerns about possible attacks beyond the Middle East; Ontario plans to introduce legislation banning ticket resellers from charging more than face value to level the playing field for fans.

Clashing narrative between the RCMP and CSIS over foreign interference in Canada from India; Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has appeared on Joe Rogan's wildly popular but sometimes controversial podcast; Heavy rain in metro Vancouver triggered a landslide that left people trapped inside multiple homes. Plus, where does Canada fall in the World Happiness Ranking?

Police in Manitoba and Nova Scotia have uncovered an alleged cross-Canada plot by two teens to simultaneously attack two schools. Paul Hollingsworth reports; Two men have been arrested following a response by NORAD to escort two international flights headed to Montreal due to a 'security incident.' ; Abigail Bimman has the latest on a Canadian mother and daughter who are apparently being held in an ICE detention centre following a routine stop in Texas.

U.S. President Donald Trump says America no longer needs allied support in its war with Iran;  British Columbia’s push to recruit U.S. health workers is paying off, but critics say shortages remain; Canadian home sales fell again in February with prices slipping in some regions, though a spring rebound is expected.

Joy Malbon has more on the response from U.S. President Donald Trump after his call on NATO allies to assist in Iran was met with resistance; Annie Bergeron-Oliver examines Canada's inflation numbers from February and why some experts are warning that there could be a spike due to the war in Iran; Genevieve Beauchemin has the details after Montrealers Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski took home an Oscar for their animated short film.

PM Carney’s Nordic trip focused heavily on safety, Arctic security, sovereignty, and more; Israel says the recent fatal strikes into Lebanon were targeting Hezbollah, a military group backed by Iran; One Alberta family says her family has been feeling ‘hopeless’ as they attempt to leave Qatar; and more.

The controversial annual rally was met with counter protestors and a strong police presence in downtown Montreal; Heather Wright reports from Türkiye, where NATO military technology has been essential in intercepting air-based attacks; Carney’s visit to Norway coincides with the one-year anniversary of the day he was sworn in as prime minister; and more.

Joy Malbon has more on the war in Iran, including America’s grisly message about Iran’s new supreme leader. Heather Wright reports from Istanbul, where NATO says it intercepted an Iranian missile headed toward Turkiye. And as Paul Hollingsworth explains, the spike in global oil prices could soon be felt beyond the pump.

Judy Trinh reports on where the government's ambitious investment into Canada’s northern defences are going and when development will begin; Rachel Aiello examines what's at stake amid the federal government's latest push for a bill that would give police powers to access to online information; Joy Malbon has the latest after an armed shooter reportedly attempted to ram a vehicle with explosives inside into a Detroit synagogue on Thursday.

Mike Le Couteur gauges the reaction in Ottawa following NDP MP Lori Idlout's crossing the floor to the Liberals, putting the party two seats shy of a majority; First Nations chiefs from western Canada met with King Charles on Wednesday to reaffirm their relationships with the crown. Kathy Le explains; Genevieve Beauchemin has the latest on a slow-moving storm across Canada that could affect millions, causing disruptions and delays due to freezing rain.

NDP Leader Don Davies announced Tuesday that Nunavut NDP MP Lori Idlout has crossed the floor to the Liberals, edging the party closer to a majority; Rahim Ladhani has more on the investigation and the reactions from officials after shots were fired at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto; Joy Malbon examines the mixed messaging from the Trump administration regarding when the war in Iran will end, as U.S. strikes intensify.

U.S. President Donald Trump says the war with Iran will be over 'very soon', adding that 'it's the beginning of building a new country.' Adrian Ghobrial reports from the Kapikoy border crossing between Turkiye and Iran, as hundreds of families, including Canadians, flee to safety; Ottawa announces a nearly billion-dollar pledge by the federal government that aims to grow Canada's domestic drone and aerospace tech sectors. Mike Le Couteur has the details.

As the war in Iran continues, more people are attempting to flee by seeking safe passage into Türkiye; a Canadian woman with a Palestinian husband says their families’ options for finding safety are limited; the federal government has officially called for three byelections, with two seats historically in Liberal stronghold; and more.

Adrian Ghobrial reports from Istanbul, Turkiye, where Canadians are anxious to leave the Middle East as violence grows; Canadians arriving back to Toronto say the United Arab Emirates helped get them on a flight back home; community members are calling for Toronto police to do more to fight antisemitism in the region; and more.

Abigail Bimman reports from Tokyo as Canada and Japan announce a new partnership to boost trade, energy, and defence cooperation. Canadians arrive at Pearson Airport after fleeing rising tensions in the Middle East amid limited flights as airlines suspend routes. Beth Macdonell reports. John Vennavally-Rao has more on the Canadian athletes participating in the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games as they aim to bring home gold.

Iran adds Azerbaijan to its targets as the U.S. and Israel carry out strikes, while Canadians continue to seek escape routes; U.S. President Trump now says he must be involved in picking Iran’s next leader, and PM Mark Carney left the door open to joining NATO allies in the Middle East. 

Turkey is on alert after an Iranian missile was shot down over its airspace, marking the first time a NATO member has been targeted; Canadian drivers are not pumped about rising gas prices; Meteor fireball behind mysterious flash and boom over Vancouver.

More U.S. and Israeli strikes triggered retaliatory attacks across the Gulf, with embassies hit and civilians fleeing to safety;U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran’s air defences and leadership are 'gone,' and voiced frustration with his own advisers and allies, and as airstrikes on Iran rattled investors, with the TSX and Dow dropping sharply before rebounding, as oil and gas continue to spike. 

U.S. and Israeli strikes hit Iran again as Tehran fires missiles across the region, forcing civilians to flee to Turkey, as questions continue to mount over the timing and goals of Operation Epic Fury, leading to U.S. defence leaders not ruling out boots on the ground, as officials face questions about the timing and objectives of Operation Epic Fury.

An unknown number of civilians in both Iran and surrounding countries have been killed since the military strike on Iran began; Carney and Modi are expected to meet within the next few days to create a trade deal; NATO now has eyes on Europe as Sweden deploys fighter jets as a part of a new mission; and more.

Trump says the strikes, backed by the U.S. and Israel, came after Iran refused to end its nuclear program; demonstrators took to the streets of Toronto when announcements poured in that the long-running ruler has been killed; a Canadian says he had to pay thousands of dollars for a flight to get back home after cartel violence broke out in Mexico; and more.

Annie Bergeron-Oliver reports on Canada's GDP shrinking by 0.6 per cent in Q4 as firms cleared stockpiles amid trade fears, slowing growth to 1.7 per cent. Abigail Bimman examines the criticisms PM Mark Carney is facing over foreign interference remarks as he advances trade talks in India. Rachel Aiello examines new guidelines that recommend cholesterol screenings for children to detect genetic risks early and prevent heart disease.

Mike Le Couteur examines Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre’s speech on Canada-U.S. relations to the Economic Club of Canada on Thursday; A Canadian man with U.S. permanent residency shares his experiences while detained at an ICE processing centre for nearly four months. Andrew Johnson reports; Annie Bergeron-Oliver has more on the pushback from Canada's Sikh community after Ottawa downplayed threats of foreign interference by India.