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A Mariupol movie theatre that became a shelter for hundreds is bombed as Russia's indiscriminate attacks intensify. How people in southern Ukraine are bracing for battle, what could happen if the city of Odesa falls to Russia, the chilling new message from Russian President Vladimir Putin, how China could end up being a peacemaker, and the stern words from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Germany's government. With a flood of Ukrainian refugees expected in Canada, some Canadians are opening up their hearts and homes. Plus, Russia has extended its detention of WNBA star Brittney Griner over allegations she smuggled drugs. How her case is triggering fears she's become Moscow's latest political prisoner. And with Canada about to eliminate pre-arrival testing requirements for travellers fully vaccinated against COVID-19, turns out some of them will still require the test.

More Ukrainians are losing their lives as Russia continues its onslaught on major cities. A look at the anguish of civilians amid the relentless shelling, and the repeated pleas for a no-fly zone by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the U.S. Congress. Plus, the Ukrainians who have fled war and now call Canada home - how is the country bracing for thousands more to come? Meanwhile, Canada's inflation rate continues to climb - what items are set to get costlier, and why COVID is no longer the biggest driver of the surge. Also, why entering Canada is about to get a whole easier, as more pandemic travel restrictions are eased. And the Canadian doctors helping train their Ukrainian counterparts to treat victims of war, from half a world away.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes an impassioned plea to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, earning a standing ovation for his speech to the House of Commons. How Zelenskyy also criticized NATO, as the death toll mounts from Russia's worsening assault, and how one country is now taking a bold stand, becoming the first NATO member to demand a no-fly zone over Ukraine. Plus, defiance and dissent: Russian journalist Marina Ovsyannikova re-emerges from police custody after protesting the invasion and Kremlin propaganda on live TV. What she endured and how she's been penalized. And a major dustup: why parts of Spain now look like Mars.

The casualties are rising as missiles rain down on Kyiv. How Russian forces are slowly making their way to Ukraine's capital and how someone protesting the war crashed a broadcast on Russian state media. The world is watching to see the Chinese government's next move, as Moscow reportedly asks for Beijing's help. What's at stake for China and the West? Plus, activists seize the London mansion linked to sanctioned Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska. What the squatters are demanding the home becomes. And fuelling change: how surging gas prices are getting Canadians to reconsider their costly commutes.

Russia's assault on Ukraine expands, with more cities in western Ukraine getting hit. How Russian troops are closing in on Kyiv; the Kremlin's latest false claims about Ukraine; how hundreds of volunteers are preparing essential supplies for Ukrainians; and the fears about the safety of Ivan Fedorov, the kidnapped mayor of Melitopol. As sanctions multiply against Russia and its oligarchs - including billionaire and Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich, who has links to Canada's mining industry - there is anxiety about potential retaliation. Plus, the pursuit of the perfect employee: the unconventional ways companies are trying to woo workers. And it's been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared. What have we lost and what have we learned?

Ukrainians keep resisting Russia's ground forces, even as the latter ramps up aerial bombardments, hammering major cities and residential areas. Thousands of Ukrainian soldiers have made their ultimate sacrifice in this war. We'll show you how they're being honoured. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes a new pledge as he meets with Ukrainian refugees in Poland. Plus, the lack of progress toward a ceasefire and what Russian officials are claiming about the bombing of a maternity and children's hospital in Mariupol. Also, the West's financial weapon: how sanctions are further isolating Russia and crippling the country's economy. And, how this war on Earth is threatening peace in space.

A Russian airstrike pummels a maternity and children's hospital in the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol, sending people running for their lives. What's left of the facility, as pressure mounts on the West to intervene. Fears are growing about the nuclear power plant facilities in Chornobyl and Zaporizhzhia. What's at stake and what nuclear experts are watching for. Also, the changing face of the pandemic: more provinces are dropping mask mandates and other public health measures. Plus, the causes of British Columbia's overdose crisis and the possible solutions. And a mystery solved after more than 106 years: where polar explorer Ernest Shackleton's Endurance ship has finally been found.

Ukrainians prepare for a long fight, as Russian forces keep up their assault. How the conflict is tearing families apart, the difficult exit strategy for Ukrainians fleeing the war, and the big companies suspending business in Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes an impassioned plea to British lawmakers, as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes an announcement about Canada's military mission in Latvia. Also, on this International Women's Day, we look at the strength and sacrifice of Ukrainian women. Plus, in the running: the race to lead the federal Conservative party is heating up.

As Russia continues its ruthless and relentless attacks on Ukraine, the third round of peace talks fails. What Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling completely immoral, how people in Lviv are preparing for war, and how one Alberta man is in Ukraine helping hospitals. With the pressure mounting on Ottawa to do more to help Ukraine, we'll speak with Defence Minister Anita Anand in Latvia. Plus, influencing amid the invasion: how a young woman has gained a huge following on TikTok by sharing what life is like in Ukraine right now. And love and war: a Ukrainian couple gets their special day despite the crisis.

Editor's Note: A previous version of this file contained an error when referring to the Baltic states. This has been corrected and updated.

Accusations rise Russian forces are using banned weapons in Ukraine, as NATO rejects Ukraine's plea for a no-fly zone. How Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lashed back, and the worldwide fears about Russia seizing control of the nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine. Plus: a crude awakening at the pumps: what's fuelling Canada's record-high gas prices, and why the war isn't the only thing to blame. And meet the Canadian man in Slovakia who's driving Ukrainian refugees to safety.