Trade and trains; Remembering Gloria Steinem; Global National turns 25

Trade and trains; Remembering Gloria Steinem; Global National turns 25

Author: Global News September 4, 2026 Duration: 28:11
Ottawa unveils a multi-billion-dollar plan to build new Via Rail cars here in Canada. Mackenzie Gray reports on the contract, as the trade war with the U.S. remains off the rails. Matthew Bingley reports on the cleanup from the ferocious storm that struck southern Ontario last night. Heidi Petracek looks at the questions being raised after a second beluga whale rescued from Marineland died. Heather Yourex-West explores how the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who confessed to killing her three children, is putting a spotlight on maternal mental health. Redmond Shannon tells you how the United Nations is warning that this year's El Niño could be the strongest one ever. Gloria Steinem, a tireless and towering figure of the feminist movement, has died at the age of 92. Eric Sorensen looks back at her incomparable legacy. And on September 3, 2001, Global National premiered. For a quarter of a century, many people both behind the scenes and in front of the camera have worked tirelessly to help get our newscast on the air every night. Mike Armstrong, who's been with Global News' flagship newscast since the very beginning, reflects on Global National's legacy to mark its 25th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each evening, as the day's events settle into focus, Global National with Dawna Friesen offers a comprehensive summary and thoughtful examination of what matters most. This daily podcast from Global News moves beyond the headlines to deliver context and clarity, guided by the principle that "Story is everything." Host Dawna Friesen and the team provide a distinctive voice, weaving together in-depth analysis and perspective on significant national and international developments. The conversation connects with listeners from coast to coast, turning complex issues into understandable narratives. You'll hear a clear-eyed presentation of the facts, alongside discussions that explore the implications of major political decisions, global conflicts, economic shifts, and compelling human-interest stories shaping Canada and the world. This is a reliable, evening companion for anyone seeking to make sense of the news cycle with depth and journalistic integrity, all delivered in a format designed for listening. Tune in for a coherent and insightful wrap-up of the day's most pressing events.
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