Your World Tonight

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Mar 15, 2026 • 27min

Middle East latest, Mark Carney in London, Paralympics wrap, Oscars and more.

Iran's Foreign Minister says his country is not interested in peace talks... Refuting U-S President Donald Trump's claims that Tehran wants to make a deal to end the war.Also: Mark Carney is in London, and expected to meet with King Charles on Monday. On Sunday the prime minister met with leaders of the so-called Nordic Five in Oslo, Norway where they discussed strengthening defence ties, in light of the Trump administration's threats over GreenlandAnd: The Paralympics wrap up with today's closing ceremony. For Team Canada, there was a hockey heartbreaker but also some significant wins. You'll also hear about the growing conversation about funding for Canadian athletes.Plus: The 98th Academy Awards is happening tonight. Yet Hollywood's star power seems to be dimming, with fewer productions and declining box office returns. The lingering question... Can anything be done to return the dream factory to its former glory?
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Mar 14, 2026 • 28min

Securing the Strait of Hormuz, Mark Carney in Norway, Mexicans in the U.S. self deporting, and more

U.S. President Donald Trump has put out a call - asking other countries to send their navies to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump claims, without evidence, to have effectively defeated Iran. Even as Iran maintains military dominance over the vital shipping route, and its military leaders continue to threaten American targets across the Middle East.Also: The skyrocketing price of oil was top of mind during Mark Carney's visit to Norway. The Prime Minister met with his Norwegian counterpart in Oslo today, where they discussed Arctic security, support for Ukraine, and what role the two countries can play in easing an energy crisis. And: In the face of immigration raids still happening in cities across the United States - some Mexicans living in the U.S. are choosing to self-deport. They're leaving the country voluntarily before they are arrested and deported. You'll hear about the pressure that is putting on some families. Plus: Injunction on al-Quds rally in Toronto rejected, Lori Idlout's riding reacts to her crossing the floor, The women behind Oscar nominated film 'Sinners', and more.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 28min

Unemployment rate up, Russian oil sanctions suspended, tracking butterfly migration, and more

Canada's economy lost nearly 84,000 jobs in February, pushing the unemployment rate up to 6.7%. That’s a setback for the labour market and one of the worst monthly job losses seen in years outside of the pandemic.And: The Trump administration pledges to continue its heavy bombardment of Iran. The war has had a dramatic effect on the movement of oil as Tehran targets the Strait of Hormuz. In an effort to alleviate the pressure on prices, the U.S. has temporarily suspended its sanctions on Russian oil.Also: Millions of monarch butterflies are heading north from the mountains of Mexico, carrying tiny transmitters that scientists hope will reveal the secrets of their journey.Plus: Ontario moves to change Freedom of Information rules, PM Mark Carney in Norway, Hezbollah and Israel, and more.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 28min

Jewish communities on alert, statement from Iran’s new leader, Northern security, and more

Paul Hunter, CBC Washington correspondent offering U.S. policy analysis. He breaks down U.S. reactions to Middle East developments and what they mean for oil and military posture. He also discusses implications for regional escalation and Northern security moves. Short, sharp takes on shifting signals and next-step uncertainty.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 28min

NDP MP crosses House floor, ships hit in Strait of Hormuz, mobile MRIs, and more

Karen Pauls, CBC reporter who investigated live horse exports and welfare concerns. Peter Armstrong, senior business correspondent who explained the IEA oil release and Canada’s reserve limits. Olivia Stefanovic, Ottawa reporter who covered Lori Idlout joining the Liberals. They discuss floor-crossing politics, attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and global oil risk, and the rise of portable MRI use in Canada.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 28min

Consulate shooting a national security incident, intense strikes in Iran, blood pearls, and more

Murray Brewster, CBC investigative reporter probing connections between the golden pearl trade and Myanmar's military. Peter Armstrong, senior business correspondent explaining market and energy fallout from the Middle East conflict. They discuss a shooting at a U.S. consulate treated as a national security incident. They also cover intense strikes in Iran and how disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz are roiling oil and markets.
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Mar 9, 2026 • 27min

Trump calls war “ very complete”, economic instability, ice fishermen rescued, and more

Paul Hunter, CBC Washington correspondent covering U.S. developments and the Middle East. Peter Armstrong, CBC energy reporter analyzing oil markets and gas prices. Jennifer Yoon, CBC Toronto reporter on the Georgian Bay ice-fishing rescue. They discuss the war’s trajectory and U.S. statements. They cover oil price shocks, rising gas costs and economic ripple effects. They recount the dramatic ice rescue and survivor accounts.
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Mar 8, 2026 • 31min

Iran picks new Supreme Leader, Half a million people displaced in Lebanon, B.C. moves to permanent daylight time, and more

Iran's assembly of experts has chosen a new Supreme Leader. Mojtaba Khamenei was elected to replace his father -- the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in airstrikes last Saturday. Meanwhile, thick, black smoke continues to blanket the sky over Tehran after the U.S. and Israel targeted multiple Iranian oil depotsAlso: Renewed fighting between Israel and the Iranian proxy group Hezbollah has led to a significt humanitarian crisis. Lebanon says more than half-a-million people are displaced and nearly 400 people are dead in the escalating conflict.And: It's that time of year again. In much of the country, Canadians lost one hour of sleep overnight. But British Columbians have sprung forward for the last time. The province is now on year-round daylight saving time. But sleep scientists say permanent standard time would have been the better option. Plus: PM Carney announces three byelections, Americans looking to get Canadian citizenship, The Canadian short animated film looking to win an Oscar, and more
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Mar 7, 2026 • 28min

Iran's president apologizes for attacks on neighbours, Dead U.S. soldiers repatriated, Building Canadian food independence, and more

Megan Williams, CBC Dubai reporter covering missile and drone strikes and local evacuations. Tom Perry, CBC London correspondent with on-the-ground Middle East analysis. They discuss Iran’s presidential apology alongside continuing strikes and diplomacy talks. They report on regional exchanges, U.S. troop repatriations, and Canada's push to strengthen its food processing and farming resilience.
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Mar 6, 2026 • 27min

Trump demands Iran surrender, oil prices climb, Khalistani group threatens Canadians, and more

U.S. President Donald Trump is calling for nothing short of Iran’s unconditional surrender, rejecting peace talks. That posture as strikes and counterstrikes continue to hit Iran and surrounding countries for a seventh day. And intense Israeli airstrikes batter Beirut.And: Canadians are paying more at the pump as oil prices climb in response to the war.Also: An Ontario woman murdered this week had warned she was in danger, and a Khalistani extremist group may be responsible. A social media post says others who speak out against them could meet the same fate.Plus: Canada/U.S. trade negotiation, diversity at the Brier, and after federal cuts can U.S. national security agencies protect the country from threats?

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