Ukranian and Russian officials are gearing up for potential peace talks - but those efforts are being overshadowed by continued violence. As Kyiv suffered from Russian attacks on Friday, Ukraine struck two Russian oil tankers that are part of their so-called 'shadow fleet'. 

Also: A natural disaster -- turning catastrophic. Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency after a cyclone killed at least 150 people. The storm is now barreling towards southern India. It's part of a broader crisis of extreme weather seen across Southeast Asia.

And: Alberta's premier is trying to sell her energy agreement with Ottawa to her political base. During a speech at the United Conservative Party's annual general meeting, Danielle Smith pilloried her political rivals and promoted the Memorandum of Understanding she signed on Thursday as a political win. 

Plus: A sinking town in the Himalayas, A documentary on a dog war hero, and more.

The federal Liberals insist they’re more united than ever — one day after a cabinet minister quit over changing environmental policies.

And: U.S. President Donald Trump vows to “permanently pause” immigration from what he calls Third World countries, after an Afghan national who had been granted asylum is accused of shooting two National Guard members.

Also: What happened to “Buy Canadian”? Statistics Canada says more than two-thirds of businesses haven’t seen an increase for their Canadian products.

Plus: Measles cases surge around the world, Israel military investigating after border police officers are caught on video shooting dead two Palestinian men who appeared to be surrendering, Ticketmaster refunds Olivia Dean fans, and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith agree to a pipeline proposal that could flow oil through British Columbia to the Pacific Coast. The partnership is billed as a win for cooperation between Alberta and Ottawa, but it’s already creating some political loss, in the form of pushback from B.C., and a resignation from the Carney cabinet.

And: Quebec extends its religious symbols ban to include public prayer, funding for private religious schools, and ‘exclusively’ religious menus at public institutions, like hospitals or daycares.

Also: Authorities in the U.S. up their investigation into Wednesday’s National Guard shootings in Washington, D.C., while calling the incident an ‘ambush-style’ attack. One of the victims has died - while the other remains in critical condition. The suspect is reportedly an Afghan national.

Plus: Hong Kong fire aftermath, Gaza’s ongoing aid needs, and more.

Dozens of people are dead after a massive fire in Hong Kong. Many people are still missing. The fire still isn’t out, and there’s no word on the cause, but many fingers are pointing to bamboo scaffolding that caused flames to spread very quickly.

And: Ottawa announces support for steel and lumber industries coping with U.S. tariffs. The plan includes limits on the amount of foreign steel coming into the country, and measures to help steel and wood producers better compete in the domestic market.

Also: Canadian food banks are preparing to meet demand like never before. Grocery costs are soaring, and food banks say the need is pushing them past their limits.

Plus: Two National Guards members shot near White House, the debate over F35s vs Gripens, challenges ahead for Paralympian Raphaëlle Tousignant, and more.

Remembering Colleen Jones. The 65-year-old was a world champion curler, and a member of the Order of Canada. She was also a longtime CBC personality, telling the stories of Canadians over a career that spanned four decades, starting in 1986 as Halifax’s first woman sports anchor. Jones died today following a battle with cancer.

And: For a deal that hasn't been officially announced yet, there's already a lot of debate in the House of Commons. Prime Minister Mark Carney was in Parliament today, defending a proposed energy agreement with Alberta. Plans the opposition says are moving too slow, while some in British Columbia worry about the idea itself.

Also: Now that parents can immunize infants against RSV, hospitalizations are down roughly 80%. But not every province is publicly funding the pricey injections, so not all Canadians have equal access.

Plus: Thomas King revelation reaction, more recall petitions in Alberta, optimism and apprehension in Ukraine peace talks, cuts to university sports programs, and more.

The federal Conservatives attack the Prime Minister for appearing fed up over recent reporter questions about U.S. trade talks. Pierre Poilievre wants to know where Mark Carney’s promised deal is. A month has passed since negotiations fell apart because of Ontario’s anti-tariff ad. Carney says he might visit the White House ‘soon.’

And: A U.S. federal judge has tossed out indictments against former FBI Director James Comey, and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The move deals a blow to President Trump, who was pushing his Justice Department to target his political enemies.

Also: With a sputtering economy and a pull back on spending, Canadian businesses are under pressure to capitalize on some of the Black Friday windfall.

Plus: Ottawa-Alberta understanding on pipeline, Ukraine peace deal deadline looms, Nigeria school kidnappings fallout, remembering reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, and more.

The Trump administration is presenting its 28-point peace plan to end the war between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva. But some European leaders at the meeting say the document heavily favours Russia.

Also: Prime Minister Mark Carney is returning to Canada from the G20 summit, one step closer to a trade deal with India. The two nations have agreed to restart trade talks after the relationship turned sour.

And: An operation to capture a mother grizzly bear and her two cubs is underway in B.C.'s central coast... after a horrific attack on a group of elementary school students and their teachers on Thursday.

Plus: The latest in the Middle East, protests in Serbia, financial challenges for Nigeria and more.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is in South Africa this weekend meeting with world leaders and delegates at the G20 summit. Carney is hoping to expand Canada's trade ties beyond the United States, Trump boycotted the summit and didn't send any representatives. But there were pressing geopolitical issues, mainly Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Also: The COP30 climate conference in Brazil has concluded with a deal, but only after bitter disagreements over fossil fuels. The end of the conference was delayed as countries wrangled over what would be included in the agreement - leaving some disappointed.

And: The union representing Alberta hospital workers and the province have narrowly avoided a strike. Both sides reached a tentative agreement just before the deadline. The strike would have seen 16,000 workers, including licensed practical nurses and health care aides, walk off the job.

Plus: B.C. grizzly attack update, ER wait times, 'Toy Story' turns 30, and more.

A confrontation with a grizzly bear has left students and a teacher in B.C. seriously hurt. They were on an outing from an independent school run by the Nuxalk Nation in Bella Coola. Officials say a teacher took the brunt of it trying to fight off the bear.

And: Ukraine’s president says his country faces a hard choice. Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to Ukrainians in a national address about a U.S. proposal to end the war with Russia. U.S. President Donald Trump has given Zelenskyy until Thursday to respond to a plan that includes many of Russia’s longstanding demands, while offering limited security guarantees to Ukraine.

Also: Why are more kids missing school? We have a look at absenteeism numbers across the country, and what might be behind them.

Plus: JD Vance criticizes Canada’s political leadership and immigration system; Mexico City exhumes bodies to search for missing people; Trump and Mamdani meet, and more.

U.S. President Donald Trump accuses multiple Democratic lawmakers of sedition, and says it is punishable by death. They are all military or intelligence veterans, who made a video reminding active military they are obliged to refuse illegal orders.

And: Alberta's premier says a B.C. proposal to expand the Trans Mountain pipeline isn’t enough. Danielle Smith wants a new pipeline — backed by Ottawa. But B.C. isn’t on board.

Also: A day after seven Canadians were arrested in relation to an alleged drug lord, we're learning more about the former Olympian now being compared to Pablo Escobar. And Ryan Wedding himself is still nowhere to be found.

Plus: PM Carney to UAE, Conservatives pitch a plan to overhaul immigration bill, new proposal to end Ukraine war, and more.