Canada-EU proposal; Macklemore controversy; Athlete soils herself

Canada and the European Union could be taking their diplomatic relationship to the next level. David Akin is in France, looking at how Canada could become the EU's first "associate member." Touria Izri reports from an artificial intelligence summit in Montreal, as scrutiny of AI's safety intensifies. Jacqueline Hansen tells you about the television news helicopter crash that killed three people in Los Angeles last night, and how the station shared the tragic news with their viewers. It's the high cost of a divorce. Jacqueline also tells you what the price tag could be if Alberta breaks up with Canada. Jillian Piper reports on how federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is trying to rally his caucus, as poll numbers show the party slipping further behind the Liberals. Jackson Proskow reports on the Iran war dragging other Middle East countries into a broader conflict that shows no signs of stopping anytime soon. Redmond Shannon reports on the desperate search in Gaza after a deadly apartment building collapse. Heather Yourex-West reports on the politics and the backlash over Macklemore's ouster from Ed Sheeran's tour, as other opening acts bow out. Plus, organizers of the popular indoor fitness competition Hyrox are under fire for allowing Australian athlete Joanna Wietrzyk to finish the event after soiling herself mid-race. Heidi Petracek explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices