Gauging India's threats; Missing Epstein files; Regulating A.I.; How horses neigh

Gauging India's threats; Missing Epstein files; Regulating A.I.; How horses neigh

Author: Global News February 26, 2026 Duration: 26:25
India's government has been accused of instigating violence in Canada. But on the eve of Prime Minister Mark Carney's trip to India, Mackenzie Gray explains why federal government officials say they're no longer worried. There are reports the U.S. Department of Justice withheld portions of the Jeffrey Epstein files that included one woman's disturbing accusations against President Donald Trump. Jackson Proskow looks at what's known about the claims. A sixth complainant has testified at the sex assault trial of Canadian billionaire Frank Stronach. Jeff Semple reports on what one woman says happened decades ago that left her "traumatized" forever. Jillian Piper reports on Canada's multi-billion-dollar aid package for Cuba. Touria Izri explores the growing pressure A.I. companies are facing to create safety standards to protect the public. Heather Yourex-West explains why Alberta wants its own limits on who's eligible for MAID (medical assistance in dying). Plus, neigh what? You know that sound horses make? It's called a whinny. Scientists couldn't figure out how horses make that noise - until now. Heidi Petracek has the findings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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