Fragile ceasefire; Another floor-crosser; Carney talks to Artemis II crew

Fragile ceasefire; Another floor-crosser; Carney talks to Artemis II crew

Author: Global News April 9, 2026 Duration: 26:24
The stability of the Middle East ceasefire is already in doubt, as Israel keeps up intense attacks on Lebanon. Redmond Shannon looks at the situation on the ground, and Jackson Proskow explains how the deal's terms are in dispute. Back in Canada, another MP has ditched the Conservatives to join the Liberals. Jillian Piper reports on Ontario MP Marilyn Gladu's reasons for defecting; her past controversies; and David Akin looks at where this leaves both parties, and the mounting scrutiny on Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. Heidi Petracek explains the battle between some Indigenous chiefs in Nova Scotia and the RCMP over cannabis. Dawna tells you how long Jasveen Sangha, dubbed the "Ketamine Queen," has been sentenced for selling drugs that led to the death of actor Matthew Perry. Eric Sorensen reports on Prime Minister Mark Carney's conversation with NASA's Artemis II crew. Plus, here we snow again: Melissa Ridgen reports on the Canadians demanding spring get with the program already. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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