Your World Tonight Canada’s solidarity with Greenland, Venezuela’s uncertain future, child’s harrowing zipline experience, and more
Jan 6, 2026
Join Tom Perry, a CBC journalist known for his insightful reporting on international affairs, as he dives into the tensions surrounding Danish sovereignty over Greenland amid U.S. threats. He discusses how these geopolitical distractions intersect with world leaders' focus on the war in Ukraine. The podcast also explores the worsening situation in Venezuela, driven by U.S. pressures, and touches on a shocking zipline accident in Toronto that sparks parental outrage. Plus, get updates on China’s booming EV market and Canadian vaccine concerns.
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Canada Reaffirms Support For Denmark
- Mark Carney publicly backed Danish sovereignty and announced a new Canadian consulate in Greenland next month.
- He framed Canada as allied with the U.S. while seeking to de-escalate U.S. talk of seizing Greenland.
Venezuela's Oil Draws U.S. Ambitions
- Donald Trump signalled long-term U.S. involvement in Venezuela aimed at accessing its oil reserves.
- Canadian leaders, including Mark Carney, see potential diplomatic and market ripple effects but stress Canada's competitive political stability.
Border Jam And Mixed Reactions In Cucuta
- At the Colombia border, cars jammed as Venezuelans pressed into Cucuta amid shock and uncertainty.
- Some families pleaded for U.S. help while others condemned the violation of Venezuelan sovereignty.