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Three children were wounded in Toronto after being caught in a crossfire that happened at a toddler's birthday party. Plus, Saskatchewan's plan of easing COVID-19 restrictions, and concerns that it's too soon for its next phase of reopening. Extreme weather hits the United States, with storms coming in from the East, as a heat wave scorches the West. Plus, a sweet and sustainable solution - how scientists are trying to find a way to use plastic to produce a popular flavouring.

The relief in London, Ontario as the man charged with murdering four members of the Afzaal family is hit with terrorism charges. Who will care for Fayez Afzaal, the attack's lone survivor? Plus, Lt.-Gen. Mike Rouleau, the Canadian military's second-in-command, steps aside after golfing with Gen. Jonathan Vance, who's under investigation for sexual misconduct. Also, the reason the United Kingdom is extending its lockdown. And bad attitudes at high altitudes: why are cases of unruly air passengers soaring?

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promises more action with Canadian allies to counter China's influence, but the approach remains vague. Plus, there's a new government in Israel after Benjamin Netanyahu is voted out of office, after 12 years in power. Also, we look at Alberta's vaccine lottery, as the province tries to spark a new inoculation initiative that could land someone with a million dollars. Finally, meet the man in Massachusetts who lived to tell a whale of a tale.

Four members of a Muslim family in London, Ontario are killed in a hit and run. Why police believe this was a hate crime, and are now considering terrorism charges. With thousands of Indigenous children still being removed from their homes, is foster care the modern equivalent of residential schools? Momentum grows to rename Ryerson University because of its namesake's ties to residential schools. Plus, the new anxiety over a rare, potential side-effect the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine could cause in teenagers. And the unknown soldier buried in Germany who could be Canadian.

We look at the Pope's reaction to the remains of 215 children found on the grounds of a former B.C. residential school. Why is he stopping short of apologizing for the Church's role in Canada's residential school system? Plus, a survivor from the Kamloops Residential School tries to share his harrowing experience. Meanwhile, in Nova Scotia, a look at the lasting legacy of the Nova Scotia Home for Coloured Children. And why an at-sea disaster off the coast of Sri Lanka is putting the planet's plastic pollution problem in focus.

On this episode of Global National, we look at more reaction from across Canada toward the mass grave unearthed at an old residential school in B.C. As survivors and Indigenous leaders call for more action to search for more lost children, what will the Trudeau government do to fulfill its promises on reconciliation? Plus, Manitoba still struggles to grapple with record-high COVID-19 infections in its third wave, as hospitals near a breaking point. And the unlikely political alliances formed in Israel in an attempt to unseat Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Finally, some essential fans gear up in-person for a classic Canadian hockey rivalry.

We look at the retirement of Ontario's chief public health officer Dr. David Williams, despite the ongoing pandemic. Why is the province's top doctor already moving on amid the COVID-19 crisis? Plus, why a federal exemption is being blamed for the overwhelming outbreaks at Alberta's oil sands. And how are provinces dealing with the growing backlog of surgeries created by the pandemic? Finally, confronting the horrific history of residential schools after the discovery of a mass grave in B.C. How is Canada remembering the children lost?

We look at how COVID-19 is collapsing Manitoba's health system, as the federal government sends much-needed aid to the province's hospitals. Plus, British Columbia unveils its reopening plan as vaccinations ramp up while infections slow down. Meanwhile, the U.S. marks the one-year anniversary since the police killing of George Floyd, with a mix optimism and skepticism over change. And Japan tries to garner fresh support for the Tokyo Olympics as criticism grows. Finally, COVID-19 climbing to dangerous new heights in Nepal, as an outbreak hits Mount Everest.

We look at the federal aid coming to Manitoba to help in the fight against COVID-19, as the province's hospitals become so overwhelmed some patients are transferring to another province. Plus, the parking lot-party in defiance of Ontario's pandemic rules – why did police do little to stop it? Meanwhile, international fury stews over Belarus forcing a passenger flight to land, to arrest a political opponent. And dating and vaccinating: the new complications and considerations for finding love in the pandemic.

We look at how provinces and territories are doubling down on Canada's single dose strategy, as more younger Canadians get vaccinated for COVID-19. Why are some experts saying it's time to change tactics to protect older Canadians? Plus, new data highlights how essential getting your second dose is to fight more contagious variants. Meanwhile, thousands are sent fleeing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as Mount Nyiragongo erupts. And why warmer waters in Atlantic Canada are sparking climate change concerns.