Speaking to Global National's Jeff Semple, Canadian Cardinal Thomas Collins describes in his own words his experience of being in conclave, among over a hundred other cardinals from around the world inside the Sistine Chapel, to decide the next pope.

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Pope Leo XIV holds his first mass. Redmond Shannon reports on the pontiff's warning to cardinals, and the hopes he can help unify Catholics. Jeff Semple reports on the calls for Pope Leo XIV to honour his predecessor's promise of returning thousands of artifacts housed in the Vatican Museum to Indigenous communities. In Canadian politics, what the interim leader of the federal NDP is accusing the Liberals of doing. At the Hockey Canada sex assault trial, how the complainant faced questions about her alcohol consumption on the night of the alleged assault. Pomp and power: the message Russian President Vladimir Putin wanted to send with his country's Victory Day parade; and how China had a prominent presence at the ceremony. Plus, the high-stakes trade talks between U.S. and China: what it might mean for shoppers if a deal is struck.

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Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, has made history as the first American-born pope and new leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Redmond Shannon was at Vatican City when white smoke emerged from the Sistine Chapel, signalling a new pope had been selected. He reports on the historic moment, Leo XIV's first speech, and the reaction. Jeff Semple reports on Prevost's background, and the likely reasons he was chosen. Back in Canada, how measles cases are expected to soar; and the criticism being levelled at governments and public health officials. At the Hockey Canada sex assault trial, how the complainant responded to a defence lawyer's accusations she stretched the truth. Plus, it's believed to be a first for the U.S. justice system: how a poignant victim impact statement was created by artificial intelligence; and what the man said to his killer.

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The Catholic Church's secretive ritual of selecting the next pope has begun. Jeff Semple and Redmond Shannon are in Rome to report on the rules and contenders of the conclave. We'll also talk to experts to see what Hollywood got right in the 2024 film "Conclave." Back in Canada, how a defence lawyer disputed statements made by the woman at the centre of the Hockey Canada sexual assault trial. Plus, the growing fears India and Pakistan are headed toward a nuclear war.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump talked about a wide range of issues during their first sitdown at the White House. How Trump reacted when Carney underscored that Canada will "never" become the 51st American state; how Trump responded to questions about eliminating tariffs on Canada; what the pair discussed behind closed doors; how Carney thinks the encounter went; the signs Trump is open to negotiating with Carney; and how Carney tried to win over Trump. Who's been named the interim leader of the Official Opposition, as Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre begins his attempted political comeback on the sidelines of Parliament. Plus, one defence lawyer's accusations against the woman at the centre of the Hockey Canada sex assault trial. And the process to choose a new pope is about to begin. How it will work, and what the College of Cardinals is looking for in a new pontiff.

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The woman at the centre of the Hockey Canada sex assault trial has taken the stand again. What says she endured in the hotel room in question; what she says happened when she tried to leave; and the message she says one player sent her the next day. Parts of Manitoba are under a state of emergency. The raging wildfires that ripped through several communities and forced thousands of people to escape. U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to slap 100% tariffs on movies not made in America. What this could mean for Canada's film industry. Plus, it was a wild game 7 for the Winnipeg Jets. How fans are feeling after that pivotal goal that propelled their team to round two of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

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Days before Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet with U.S. Donald Trump at the White House, the American leader once again flaunted threats against the sovereignty of Canada and Greenland. In an interview with NBC News, Trump says using military force to potentially annex Canada is off the table, but made it clear that economic force still is. It's just one of the significant hurdles Carney is facing fresh off his election, as he also tries to navigate tensions with Alberta's conservative premier.

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Police and volunteers are scouring Pictou County, Nova Scotia for two children ages four and six, who have gone missing since Friday morning. The pair are believed to have wandered off, with RCMP saying there is no evidence of an abduction. Plus, a series of memorial masses were held around Vancouver on Saturday, to honour victims of last week's deadly attack at the Lapu Lapu Festival that killed 11 people.

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Iconic Canadian filmmaker David Cronenberg has gained international acclaim for his unusual and disturbing films, exploring horrific violations of the human body. His latest movie, ‘The Shrouds’ is in theatres now. It's his most personal and emotional film yet. Eric Sorensen sat down with Cronenberg to discuss the movie and his legacy of “body horror.”

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The woman at the centre of the Hockey Canada sex assault trial testifies. What she says happened at a London, Ontario bar on the night in question. In politics, Prime Minister Mark Carney and U.S. President Donald Trump set a date for their first meeting at the White House, while federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's plan to regain a seat in the House of Commons is now known. Mike Armstrong reports from the Netherlands about the volunteers who are sharing the stories of fallen Canadian soldiers. Plus, Global's Eric Sorensen sits down with David Cronenberg, the legendary Canadian mastermind behind the body horror film genre, about making movies filled with death and darkness, and why he chose to stay in Canada. And while King Charles is set to visit Canada soon, Prince Harry says the pair isn't on speaking terms. What Harry is now hoping for.

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