Electricity between Montana and Alberta “definitely” a trade irritant: US Senator

From Global News. A Republican senator from Big Sky Country tells us why Montana is frustrated with Alberta. Plus, we hear from pollster Darrell Bricker on how Canadians are feeling now about relations with the United States. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/11514634/montana-discover-kalispell-canadian-welcome-pass/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on…

Carney calls Trump tariff threats on European countries over Greenland an “escalation”

From Global News. Asked Sunday about his stance on President Donald Trump’s threats to put further tariffs on eight countries standing against U.S. plans to annex Greenland, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “concerned” about the “escalation” of what he called a “serious situation.” Beyond those remarks, however, Carney made no further mention…

Legault resignation brings uncertainty to hydro deal

From Global News. The resignation of Quebec Premier Francois Legault has not only generated reactions in that province but also in Newfoundland and Labrador. Legault was one of the driving forces behind negotiations with the province to craft a new hydroelectric deal. Heidi Petracek explains why Legault’s exit is raising questions about the fate of…

Carney to accept role on Trump’s Gaza peace board

From Global News. Prime Minister Mark Carney has arrived in the Persian Gulf state of Qatar, the day after concluding a deal with China on canola and electric vehicles. As Carney continues to pursue new trade deals in Qatar and next week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, our chief political correspondent, David…

Global National: Jan. 17, 2026 | Iran’s Khamenei acknowledges “thousands” killed during protests

From Global News. Warning: Video contains disturbing content. Viewer discretion is advised. After weeks of protests across Iran, the supreme leader acknowledged thousands were killed during the demonstrations. But rather than blame Iran’s security forces, Ayatollah Khamenei accuses what he calls Iranian “seditionists” and even U.S. President Donald Trump of sparking the violence. Now, disturbing…

US DOJ launches criminal investigation of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor

From Global News. In Minneapolis, duelling rallies fuelled heated clashes as tension builds following the killing of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month. Right-wing protesters confronted anti-ICE demonstrators outside City Hall this afternoon. A U.S. judge is restricting crowd control tactics used by ICE against demonstrators. And as Candice Cole reports, the Justice…

Iran’s Khamenei blames Trump for inciting deadly protests

From Global News. Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has blamed President Donald Trump for weeks of protests after rights groups said a violent crackdown by security forces had claimed thousands of lives. The protests erupted on Dec. 28 over economic hardship and swelled into widespread demonstrations calling for the end of clerical rule in…

Ugandan police deny arrest of opposition leader Bobi Wine as Museveni heads for re-election

From Global News. Ugandan police denied claims that opposition leader Bobi Wine was arrested, saying he was at home and free to move following the country’s general election. Election observers raised concerns over biased media coverage and an internet shutdown during the vote. Preliminary results show veteran President Yoweri Museveni heading toward another landslide victory,…

Despite Trump’s desire to annex Greenland, Democratic senator says “no pressing security threats”

From Global News. Protests erupted in Greenland – and Denmark – last week amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to seize the autonomous Danish territory for the supposed benefit of American “national security.” Despite Trump’s threats, a Democratic senator who leads an 11-member U.S. delegation to Copenhagen has suggested Greenland is safe. “There are no…

Carney seeking strengthened trade ties between Canada, Qatar

From Global News. Prime Minister Mark Carney is in the Persian Gulf state of Qatar this weekend after spending the last two days in China. Carney’s trip to Beijing finished with a breakthrough trade deal on canola and electric vehicles. Global’s chief political correspondent David Akin is travelling with Carney and reports from Doha that…

How methane emissions are driving climate change

From Global News. Methane is a major greenhouse gas that doesn’t receive much attention despite being the second largest driver of Global warming. It is 25 times stronger than carbon dioxide and is responsible for about a third of Earth’s rising temperatures. Global News Meteorologist Kristi Gordon explains where methane comes from and why it…

Carney welcomes “new era” of Canada-China relations following “historic agreement” with Xi Jinping

From Global News. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney detailed the “historic agreement” made with Chinese President Xi Jinping Friday on canola, tariffs, EVs and more during his two-day visit to Beijing. The deal established gains for both nations within “five key areas”: clean energy, trade, multilateralism, public safety, and cultural ties. Most notably, Carney agreed…

Why Venezuela’s crisis is fuelling uncertainty in Colombia

From Global News. Venezuela’s crisis is being watched closely by neighbouring Colombia, which has taken in more Venezuelan refugees than any other country over the past decade. Colombia is also expecting another wave of refugees after the U.S. military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Jeff Semple reports from Bogotá on what it all…

Winter storm forces delay and cancellation of hundreds of flights at Toronto Pearson Airport

From Global News. Strong winds and heavy snowfall forced hundreds of flight cancellations and delays at Toronto Pearson International Airport. With snow removal and de-icing operations at full capacity, some passengers are stuck overnight. Kevin Gallagher reports. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on…

Winter storm forces delay and cancellation of hundreds of flights at Toronto Pearson Airport

From Global News. Strong winds and heavy snowfall forced hundreds of flight cancellations and delays at Toronto Pearson International Airport. With snow removal and de-icing operations at full capacity, some passengers are stuck overnight. Kevin Gallagher reports. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on…

Canadian citizen has “died in Iran at the hands of the Iranian authorities”: Anand

From Global News. A Canadian citizen was killed in Iran “at the hands of the Iranian authorities,” Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said as the protests against the Iranian regime continue to intensify along with Tehran’s crackdown. Iran’s nationwide protests appear increasingly smothered after the crackdown and internet outage. "Our consular officials are in contact…

US transportation secretary asks air travellers to dress up

From Global News. Between frequent delays, shrinking seat sizes, unruly passengers and bad food – it’s been a long time since air travel could be described as glamorous. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy now says people would behave better if they dressed better for flights, but travellers disagree. Heather Yourex-West looks at the discourse…