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Global National with Dawna Friesen

Global National with Dawna Friesen

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 Global National with Dawna Friesen is Canada’s early 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 (Gemini Awards).Property of Corus Entertainment Political Science Politics & Government
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  • 'Anti-government militia' plot; Israel's 'humanitarian city' plan for Palestinians

    'Anti-government militia' plot; Israel's 'humanitarian city' plan for Palestinians
    Jul 9 2025
    Four Quebec men, including two active members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), are facing terrorism charges. Touria Izri reports on what the men are accused of plotting; what police seized; the prevalence of extremism in the military, and the difficulty in weeding it out. Jackson Proskow reports on the criticism Texans were not properly warned about the recent flooding disaster. Israel's defence minister wants to establish a "humanitarian city" on the ruins of Rafah, where all Palestinians would be confined. As Redmond Shannon reports, critics say that amounts to a crime against humanity. Plus, Melissa Ridgen reports on a deadly plane crash in Manitoba. David Akin explains why a little known government watchdog is calling for an overhaul in the federal procurement process. And Heidi Petracek introduces you to a legally blind Nova Scotia teenager who is changing how eye disease is diagnosed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Emergency in Texas; Alberta and Ontario's deal; Mushroom murder conviction

    Emergency in Texas; Alberta and Ontario's deal; Mushroom murder conviction
    Jul 8 2025
    At least 100 people, many of them children, have died across central Texas due to catastrophic flooding. Jackson Proskow reports on the grim recovery mission, the missing children, and the obstacles for crews. Back in Canada, two provinces are making nice and making deals. Colin D'Mello reports on what Alberta and Ontario have agreed to consider, and what Premiers Danielle Smith and Doug Ford are trying to persuade each other to do. U.S. President Donald Trump is hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. What Netanyahu presented Trump with. Also, what the U.S. Department of Justice and the FBI have concluded about sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's death and the claims he had a "client list." Plus, murder by mushroom: an Australian woman is convicted of killing her relatives with poisonous food. Neetu Garcha reports on Erin Patterson's denials, and the evidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Texas death toll rising after catastrophic floods; Netanyahu heads to Washington as Gaza peace talks begin in Qatar

    Texas death toll rising after catastrophic floods; Netanyahu heads to Washington as Gaza peace talks begin in Qatar
    Jul 6 2025
    In Texas, officials continue their search for missing individuals following devastating flash floods that occurred on Friday. The confirmed death toll has risen to at least 70, including more than 20 children, with 11 young girls from a Christian summer camp still unaccounted for. Peace talks are gaining momentum as Israel intensifies its military operations in Gaza, targeting areas near aid distribution points. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on his way to Washington for a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, set for Monday. Additionally, a delegation from Netanyahu's government has arrived in Qatar for crucial negotiations aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
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