Israel’s government is defiant in response to U.S. threats to freeze some arms shipments. The Biden administration is pressuring Israel to avoid a full invasion of Rafah, as ceasefire talks seem stalled. And: Thousands of protesters take to the streets in Sweden for the start of the Eurovision song contest. The event is known for dramatic eye-catching performances. This year, the Israel-Hamas war is at the forefront, with protesters saying Israel should have been barred from participating. Plus: Donald Trump’s lawyers cross-examine adult film star Stormy Daniels during her second day on the stand. They question her story about an alleged affair and say the salacious details have nothing to do with the charges against the former president.

Netanyahu defiance, Eurovision protests, Stormy cross-examination

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Ticketmaster owner Live Nation is investigating a potentially massive data breach. A group of hackers claims it has stolen the personal information of at least 560 million users. Also: For the first time ever, voters in Mexico will choose between two women to be their next President. But some Mexican feminist groups have doubts that this historic moment will result in any major breakthroughs for women's rights. Plus: Across Ontario, golf-course owners say they are being targeted by professional thieves - as hundreds of golf carts have gone missing from multiple locations.

Ticketmaster hack, Mexico's presidential election, golf cart theft

U.S. President Joe Biden lays out a path to a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The three stage plan calls for the release of hostages, stopping the fighting and a dramatic increase in humanitarian aid. And: A defiant Donald Trump says he was scammed in the court, and will appeal his conviction. Also: Canadian filmmakers are struggling financially. They blame changing viewer habits, and the delay of the online streaming act.

Gaza ceasefire plan, Trump will appeal, struggling filmmakers

The hush money trial for former President Donald Trump didn’t end well for him. He has been found guilty on all 34 felony counts. And: A national task force recommends starting breast cancer screening at age 50. But the Canadian Cancer Society says that’s a decade later than it should be. Plus: CBC News has learned Alberta is falling far short of its minimum standards for health inspections at child-care centres. It comes after a major E. coli outbreak that left many children sick or hospitalized.

Trump guilty, Breast cancer screening, below standard childcare centres in Alberta

It is now up to the jury. Deliberations have begun in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. The jury’s decision could have a big impact on Trump’s push to retake the White House. And: Exposing children to peanuts early in life can significantly reduce their chances of developing an allergy later on. The new study is opening up discussions about how and when kids should be exposed to peanuts. Plus: What player is the greatest of all time? It’s a much discussed topic from basketball to baseball - and it’s not often there’s a dramatic shake up in the leaderboards. But that’s exactly what’s happened as Major League Baseball formally incorporates statistics from seven Negro Leagues that played between 1920 until 1948. For many, the inclusion of those Black baseball stars is long overdue.

Trump trial deliberations, peanut allergy study, MLB includes Negro League statistics

After six weeks and more than 20 witnesses, closing arguments began today in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. And: For nearly 200 years, mildew has been a problem for winemakers. Now, there is a made-in-Canada non-toxic solution which could save grape growers money. Plus: Be careful when you go for that walk in the woods. Lyme disease is on the rise as ticks spread into more areas in Canada.

Netanyahu defiance, Eurovision protests, Stormy cross-examination

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