South Korea's acting president orders an inspection of the country's entire airline operation system, after the deadliest air disaster in the country. Families of victims say they aren’t getting enough information about what happened. Some experts are saying a bird strike alone shouldn’t have been enough to bring down such a large plane.

And: Former U.S. president Jimmy Carter will lie in state before his funeral January 9th. World leaders are reacting after his death at 100 was announced yesterday. His legacy includes an accord between Israel and Egypt — which could inspire hope for future deals in the region.

Also: Our warming climate means winter just doesn’t pack as much of a punch as it used to. And warmer conditions mean trouble for something quintessentially Canadian: being able to skate outside. Cities are being forced to adapt or admit defeat entirely.

Plus: Bird flu in pet food, U.S. Republicans fight over immigration policy, a golden age for women’s sport, and more.

A look back at recent stories all about animals on this special edition of Your World Tonight.

We look at efforts to protect wildlife around the world: saving frogs from a deadly fungus in California, building homes for birds in India, the controversy over proposed development in an Albanian wetland, and contaminated water being blamed for the deaths of rhinos in Zimbabwe.

Plus: More and more vet clinics are owned by large corporations instead of independent vets, the skyrocketing price of donkeys in Pakistan, and wildlife-spotting tourists cause traffic jams in Canada's national parks that are dangerous for both people and bears.

After a decade of war has devastated Syria's agriculture industry, farmers are hoping to regrow their crops... and they're turning to a concrete bunker in Norway to do it. The Global Seed Vault houses seeds from more than 60 countries, safeguarding them against war and natural disaster. Syria is the first country to make a withdrawal to restore the plants it lost.

And: British grocery stores are being increasingly targeted by organized crime, with thieves stealing whole shelves of food and drink to resell. Stores are turning to GPS tags, undercover security guards, and specialized police units to protect their staff and products.

Also: The Michelin Guide is considered the foremost authority on fine dining. But it doesn't just review high-end restaurants. It granted one of its coveted stars to a street-side taco stand in Mexico City, leading to long lineups as foodies from around the world came looking for a taste of authentic — and delicious — Mexican food.

Plus: A mayor invites residents on walks to discuss local issues and stay healthy, South India's disappearing Iranian cafés, and Sweden's candy obsession.

Indian investigators accuse Canadian colleges of human trafficking. Indian law enforcement agencies say they have evidence of links between dozens of colleges in Canada and two "entities" in Mumbai accused of illegally ferrying students across the Canada-U.S. border.

And: Federal ministers head to Florida to talk to Donald Trump’s team. Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc, and Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly are trying to convince the incoming administration not to impose tariffs on Canada when Trump comes to power. 

Also: Conservatives say they can bring forward a non-confidence motion and bring down the government before the end of next month. And Liberals make plans for a possible change in leadership. 

Plus: The U.S. says Russia may have brought down an Azerbaijan Airlines plane, population boom in Cochrane, Alberta and more young people listening to classical music.

Whether it's from governments, schools or from mom and dad, there's increasing pressure on big tech companies to do more to protect kids from the dangers that lurk online. And this year some major players announced some major changes.

And: Canadians are not using public transit as much as they did before the pandemic. But in one Ontario town, ridership has doubled. And it's because riding the bus doesn't cost anything.

Also: You may remember the mysterious disappearance of that famous photo of Winston Churchill. The one snatched from the wall of an Ottawa hotel, and replaced with a fake. A long international investigation found it years later, in Italy. The portrait of the legendary British prime minister was recently returned to its rightful place.

Plus: scurvy is making a comeback, involuntary addiction treatment, and the Band Aid reboot controversy.

Hong Kong police issue arrest warrants for six activists based overseas, including two Canadians. Joseph Tay and Victor Ho are wanted for national security offences such as secession, subversion and collusion with foreign forces. It is part of a move by Hong Kong to crack down on political dissent after massive anti-government protests in 2019. 

And: New data on holiday shopping trends shows there may be fewer gifts under the tree this year. Research by the Angus Reid institute, finds Canadians are taking a cautious approach to spending this holiday season.  

Also: You may be keeping a close eye on the skies tonight in hopes of spotting Santa. But astrophysicists have their attention glued to something a little further away. The Parker Solar Probe came the closest anything human-made ever has, to touching the sun. 

Plus: Housing the homeless in Manitoba, why thousands of whales die every year and what’s being done about it, and the dangers of driving with LED lights.

The U.S. House Ethics Committee says a former Florida congressman, and President-elect Donald Trump’s first choice for attorney general, paid tens of thousands of dollars to women for drugs and sex. Matt Gaetz has denied wrongdoing. He had withdrawn himself from consideration for A.G. in November. The report closes a nearly five-year investigation into Gaetz. 

And: Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to the murder of health insurance CEO, Brian Thompson. Mangione faces 11 state charges, including murder and terrorism. Thompson was shot dead on December 4 outside a hotel in New York. It was followed by a five-day manhunt. 

Also: Honda and Nissan are in talks to merge by 2026, which would create the world's third-largest auto company, after Toyota and Volkswagen 

Plus: Ottawa proposes new rules on airlines, why more options to learn music are striking a chord with students, and how climate change could soon cause a double-double take with coffee drinkers.

As the future of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's leadership remains uncertain, sources tell CBC News a majority of Liberal MP's in Ontario believe Trudeau should step down as the party's leader.

Also: From Toronto to Montreal, we look into what's behind a worrying trend of jewelry store smash and grab robberies.

And: The Nordman Fir is one of the most sought after and expensive Christmas trees in Europe - earning the nickname "the Rolls Royce of Christmas trees". But now, they're selling at rock bottom prices.

Plus: Donald Trump demands the return of the Panama Canal to the U.S., Italy's oldest wine making school, and more.

The city of Magdeburg, Germany held a vigil to mourn the victims of Friday's car attack on a Christmas market, and police are learning more details about the suspect.

Also: Ukrainian and Russian forces traded drone attacks overnight - with Kyiv striking residential buildings deep into Russia, and Moscow launching over one hundred drones back. As drone strikes become increasingly common in the war, a group of Ukrainian judges is facing them head on.

And: Learning about music - and so much more. How a program for kids in Yukon is shaping a new generation of Indigenous musicians.

Plus: Sudanese-Canadians struggle to help their family members, testing the ICC's power, a big turkey donation in New Brunswick, and more.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has shuffled his cabinet, after a week of caucus chaos. Included is Nate Erskine-Smith as housing minister, and David McGuinty as public safety minister. We’ll talk about what it means for the future of the prime minister, and the government. More Liberal MPs are calling for Trudeau to quit, and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh says he will vote no confidence in the government at the next opportunity, which won’t be for more than a month.

And: A car plowed into a busy outdoor Christmas market in the eastern German city of Magdeburg. There are reports that more than 11 people have died, and at least 50 people were injured. Authorities believe this was an attack. The driver of the car was arrested.

Also: Holiday gatherings bring fun and food, but also a rise in illnesses like flu, COVID and RSV. The stats so far suggest a somewhat milder season, but some experts say they're worried it may not be representing what’s actually happening.

Plus: Gunshots at a Toronto Jewish school for the third time this year, U.S. government shutdown, GST cut fallout, and more.