It's Friday, so we'll assemble a panel of political watchers. Today, they'll talk about the rent cap, French immersion and the premier's future.

Chef Karen Mersereau is back to help with your holiday dinner. Today she's focused on standout side dishes as a way to keep costs under control.

More controversy around rent caps. Data the Higgs government says it was relying on to decide against extending the cap on raising rents isn't exactly as billed. The CBC's Bob Jones has the numbers, he explains.

If you're fond of the farmer's almanac, you're certainly not alone. It's been published every year for more than 200 years. But Michael Edwards says when it comes to weather forecasting - it's probably best to watch Ryan Snoddon. He'll look at the science behind the guide.

Our Off the Shelf book panel is ready to talk about fantasy, with ideas suited to just about any reader.

If you're struggling to find a Christmas dinner option that fits your budget, we've called in an expert. Chef Karen Mersereau will walk us through the options, what you can expect to pay for each, and how to make them taste amazing.

Netflix has become synonymous with streaming nowadays. First a home for movies, the service now has all sorts of shows from around the world, and its own slate of original series and films. But the streaming giant is trying to break into a new industry - video games. Associate Producer and tech columnist Danielle McCreadie tells us more.

If you've noticed a lot of people out sick at your workplace, you won't be surprised that many teachers and other school staff are also dealing with illness. And there aren't enough supply teachers to cover the absences...not by a long shot The New Brunswick Teachers' Association is calling it a crisis. We speak with president Connie Keating.

We speak to an education researcher Fred Genesee about New Brunswick's plans to abolish French Immersion, and how he thinks Canada can make learning French accessible to all students.

Our birder Alain Clavette was determined to see the rare Steller's sea eagle. We'll join him on that adventure.