Your World Tonight Protests over Minnesota ICE shooting, Venezuela guerilla groups, Indonesia deals with cyclone aftermath, and more
Jan 10, 2026
Dave Grunenbaum, a CBC reporter known for his insights from Indonesia, discusses the devastating aftermath of Cyclone Senor, highlighting community anger over government response and the role of deforestation. Michelle Allen, a Toronto-based reporter specializing in housing, sheds light on Canada's rental market struggles, focusing on affordability challenges and prospects for future supply. Together, they explore critical human rights issues and the impact of environmental disasters, making for a captivating conversation.
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ICE Shooting Sparks Massive Minneapolis Protests
- Minneapolis erupted in large protests after an ICE agent's shooting of Renee Good galvanized public outrage.
- Demonstrators demanded ICE leave the city and showed both peaceful restraint and potential for escalation.
Venezuela Strike Reshapes Border Guerrilla Dynamics
- The U.S. strike on Venezuela and capture of Nicolás Maduro has pushed Colombian-border guerrillas to consider unity against a perceived U.S. threat.
- Groups like the ELN fear exposure and are relocating camps amid mistrust of Venezuelan officials.
Deforestation Magnified Sumatra Cyclone Damage
- Cyclone Senor's damage on Sumatra was amplified by massive deforestation that reduced natural flood and landslide protections.
- Communities protested white flags to signal frustration with slow government aid and refusal of foreign help.