Planetary scientists are proposing a new definition for what constitutes a planet, aiming to replace the controversial 2006 definition by the International Astronomical Union that demoted Pluto to a dwarf planet.

Guest: Dr. Brett Gladman, Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of British Columbia

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The U.S. Secret Service is under scrutiny following a shooting at a Trump campaign rally, where Donald Trump was wounded and a spectator was killed.

Guest: Cheryl Tyler, Former Secret Service Agent

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Rats are an issue in the lower mainland and our pest expert is here to give you some tips and tricks to keep your home rat free!

Guest: Mike Londry, Owner of WestSide Pest Control

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Traffic and Parking is a delicate art in and around the lower mainland, but what if there was a way that you could help that issue, and make some money while doing it?

Guest: Dmitri Serpakov, Founder of ParknGo

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Donald Trump has selected J.D. Vance, a Republican senator from Ohio, as his running mate for the upcoming presidential election.

Guest: Dr. Joel K. Goldstein, Professor of Law at Saint Louis University and America’s Foremost Expert on Vice Presidency

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Jennifer Charlesworth brought to light one of the worst cases of child abuse in the history of children in care. The Vancouver Sun's Vaughn Palmer is here with his take on the day's headlines.

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Rats are a problem that so many of us have had to face, and many, many people have stories to tell.

Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi

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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been stranded on the International Space Station due to issues with Boeing’s new Starliner spacecraft.

Guest: Dr. Ian Whittaker, Senior Lecturer in Physics at Nottingham Trent University

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Seg 1: How our brains calculate escapes

Survival often depends on quick thinking more than just fast movement. The brain plays a key role in deciding what to do when a predator is near, such as whether to run, freeze, or hide.

Guest: Dr. Tiago Branco, Professor of Neuroscience and Behaviour at the University College London

Seg 2: Scott’s Thoughts: Why do Europeans care more about Canadian History than we do???

When you go overseas, the history of Canada's involvement in WW2 is apparent. Why isn’t more done here to educate Canadians on history?

Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi

Seg 3: View From Victoria: Is Weaver serious

The Premier is reacting and blasting an NDP former ally, Andrew Weaver. Ebay Mocked the idea that Weaver would throw in with Conservatives. We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer.

Seg 4: Can we control our urban rat-astrophe?

Efforts are underway to combat the growing rat populations in two of Ontario’s largest cities. The primary factors contributing to this issue include a sharp increase in construction projects, such as transit developments and housing construction, which disrupt rat habitats underground and force them into open spaces.

Guest: Karen Wickerson, Rat and Pest Program Specialist for the Government of Alberta

Seg 5: What would happen if we stopped cleaning up the DTES?

How quickly would things deteriorate if charity groups stopped cleaning up on the DTES?

Guest: Wally Wargolet, Executive Director of the Gastown Business Improvement Association 

Seg 6: What we know about Trump’s assassination attempt

Former President Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a rally on Saturday night, causing him to duck behind the podium as gunfire erupted. 

Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Washington Correspondent for Global News

Seg 7: Monday Morning Quarterback for Jul 15, 2024

It was a 35-20 win over Saskatchewan to take over first place in the Western division. Vernon Adams Jr. was solid again with 451 passing yards; on pace for over 6,000 yards this season which hasn’t been done in this league since 2004.

Guest: Rick Campbell, Head Coach of the BC Lions

Seg 8: Was Trump's attempted assassination a sign of the times?

The image of Donald Trump with his fist in the air and blood on his cheek is likely to become a symbol of his continued influence in US politics.

Guest: Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky, Author & Senior Fellow at the Center for Presidential History at Southern Methodist University

Seg 9: How is Canada controlling its immigration levels?

In the first quarter, Canada’s temporary residents reached 2.8 million, making up 6.8% of the population, up from 3.5% two years ago, according to Statistics Canada.

Guest: Marc Miller, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

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In the first quarter, Canada’s temporary residents reached 2.8 million, making up 6.8% of the population, up from 3.5% two years ago, according to Statistics Canada.

Guest: Marc Miller, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

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