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Messages from the campaign trail today have to reach 2 audiences: Canadian voters, and US President Donald Trump. Canadian authors and publishers fear Canada-US trade war. Mayors from Canada, Mexico and US are in Washington voicing concerns about Trump tariffs. Conservatives block former BC cabinet minister Mike Dejong from running in Abbotsford-South Langley, so he's entering the race as an independent. A high rise building in Bangkok collapses after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake rattles Myanmar and Thailand. Danes boycott US goods as VP JD Vance makes controversial visit to Greenland.

Canada's political leaders scramble campaigns to respond to new auto tariffs threatened by US President Donald Trump. Japan says it will consider all options to respond to Washington's auto tariffs. India negotiating with US officials to avoid Trump Administration's reciprocal tariffs. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer accuses Russia's President of not being serious about peace in Ukraine. South Korea's wildfire crisis is getting worse. Amid fears of renewed civil war, South Sudan's main opposition party says its leader Riek Machar has been arrested. New Lancet report says USAID cuts will lead to millions of HIV-related deaths worldwide.

This Canadian election will be a sprint, not a marathon. Only 33 days remain! And so, World Report wants to help you find the best election podcast to keep you informed. Today we present House Party, a lively new election chat from the makers of The House. They promise their watch party is not (only) for political nerds. House Party brings you three hosts (Catherine Cullen, Jason Markusoff, and Daniel Thibeault) in three locations (Ottawa, Alberta and Quebec) who get together on Wednesdays to tackle one big, burning election question. Their episode today: Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is catching heat for what she said to Americans about Canada's federal election. In a resurfaced March interview with right-wing media outlet Breitbart, Smith suggested the U.S. pause tariffs to avoid hurting Canadian Conservatives’ electoral chances. She also said Pierre Poilievre is the best leader for Canada because he’s more “in sync” with U.S. President Donald Trump. Today on House Party, journalists Catherine Cullen, Jason Markusoff and Daniel Thibeault dig into debate about the differences between Poilievre and Trump, their style, their policies — and why the Conservative candidate needs to straddle a wide swath of beliefs across the political right, if he wants to be elected Prime Minister. More episodes of House Party are available here: https://link.mgln.ai/kv6axN

Liberal Leader Mark Carney apologizes to one of his own candidates, who survived the Ecole Polytechnique massacre, after he got the name of the school wrong. Hamilton, Ontario is shaping up to be a key battleground in the Canadian election. Winnipeg police to release more details about "Buffalo Woman," the unnamed victim of a serial killer whose remains may be in the Prairie Green landfill. At least 18 people killed by wildfires in South Korea. Australian Green senator brings a dead fish to Parliament to protest a law that would safeguard salmon farms. Tesla Takedown movement protests Elon Musk's car company in the United States -- and now in Canada too.

Canadian election: Liberal leader Mark Carney starts Day 3 of the campaign in Halifax; Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP leader Jagmeet Singh in greater Toronto area, Bloc leader Yves-Francois Blanchet in Quebec city. US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth alleged to have inadvertently shared Yemen strike plans with journalist in group chat. Western military commanders meet this week to discuss what happens when the fighting stops in Ukraine. Opposition supporters of Ekrem Imamgolu vow they will return to the streets of Istanbul for more protests tonight. Canadian hockey players among those injured in car crash in New Zealand. Health officials track surge in measles cases across Canada.

This Canadian election will be a sprint, not a marathon. Already, only 35 days remain! And so, World Report wants to help you find the best podcast to keep you informed. First up: Power & Politics, CBC’s only political daily. Hosted by David Cochrane, this podcast is for listeners who want a steady flow of up-to-date political news. You’ll hear from those who’ve got the power, those who want it, and those affected most by it. New episodes drop Monday to Friday. Their episode today: Power & Politics' panel of political insiders — featuring former Justin Trudeau adviser Vandana Kattar, former Conservative cabinet minister Lisa Raitt, former NDP national campaign director Brad Lavinge and Canada correspondent for The Economist Rob Russo — breaks down the duelling Liberal and Conservative tax cut proposals and whether either can fit into an increasingly uncertain fiscal picture. Plus, CBC reporters following the party leaders bring you the biggest moments from the early campaign trail, and TheWrit.ca's Éric Grenier analyzes each party's status in the polls.

Canadian Election Day 2: Mark Carney campaigns in Newfoundland, Pierre Poilievre in Toronto, Jagmeet Singh and Jonathan Pedneault in Montreal, Yves-Francois Blanchet in Quebec City. At least 8 journalists reportedly arrested in Turkey while covering the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. US and Russian negotiators meeting in Saudi Arabia today to discuss ceasefire in Ukraine. South Korea's acting Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's impeachment overturned. Canadian Chamber of Commerce deems Saint John, New Brunswick, most tariff-vulnerable city in the country.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to call a federal election -- with a vote on April 28th. Russian drones kill 3 in Kyiv, as truce negotations are about to resume in Saudi Arabia between U-S and Ukraine. Air raid sirens sound out across Tel Aviv after Israel says it intercepted missile launched from Yemen. Anti-government protests in Turkey grow as opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu is jailed. At least 3 killed in air strikes in Kyiv. Pope Francis expected to be released from hospital today. Canada-US trade war prompting more people to grow their own produce.

Growing concerns over possible election interference as Canadians get ready to head to the polls. Canadians are shifting their travel plans in response to Donald Trump's talk of tariffs and annexation. RCMP discover a sophisticated, international human smuggling ring.

Mark Carney holds his first - and possibly last - first ministers' meeting as Prime Minister. Air travel chaos as London's Heathrow airport shut down for the day. Sudanese military recaptures presidential palace from paramilitary group. Protests continue in Turkey over the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. Robots make it easier for people in isolated communities to access certain healthcare procedures.

China imposes a 100% tariff on Canadian canola products, and 25% tariff on seafood and pork. Former female prisoner suing Ottawa, now that she's won her charter challenge on solitary confinement. At least 58 Palestinians killed by Israeli airstrikes on Gaza overnight. Investigators to release findings on Delta plane crash at Pearson International Airport in Toronto. Artificial intelligence voice cloning can make scammers sound more like our family and friends.

US President Donald Trump makes his first public remarks about the Canadian election since Mark Carney became Prime Minister. Israeli army targets northern Gaza, killing several people in strikes. Tesla no longer welcome at Vancouver auto show after cars, dealerships vandalized.

Gaza ceasefire broken, hundreds of Palestinians killed in overnight attack by Israel. Arctic security and sovereignty a key focus for Prime Minister Mark Carney as he travels to Iqaluit. Canadian seafood sellers explore new markets at this year's Seafood Expo North America amid tariff threats.

Prime Minister Mark Carney on a whistle-stop tour of Europe, shoring up support from Canada's allies. US President Donald Trump defends his use of a centuries-old law to deport more than 200 Venezuelans to El Salvador. The Hudson's Bay Company in court today, applying to liquidate all 80 of its stores.

U-S carries out large-scale attacks on Houthi rebel sites in Yemen. Tornadoes kill dozens in US midwest and southeast. Fears over weather forecasting accuracy as hundreds fired from NOAA.

Canada reconsidering F-35 fighter jets purchase amid tensions with Washington. Mark Carney kills controversial federal carbon tax on his first day as prime minister. UK hosts virtual summit of 'coalition of the willing' in support of Ukraine.

The Mark Carney era begins with prime minister and new cabinet sworn in today. Ontario's measles outbreak worsens. Sonya Cywink's murder in 1994 remains unsolved, but her sister's quest for the truth persists.

Foreign ministers brace for some awkward talks at G7 summit in Quebec. Canadian veterans say they feel betrayed by recent comments from the US government. Public health experts warn of possible bird flu pandemic.

EU hits back at US steel and aluminum tariffs. Canada says it will also retaliate. Efforts to re-negotiate a water-sharing deal between Canada and US have stalled, raising concerns the Trump administration wants more control over the Columbia River. Canadian Navy Vice Admiral Angus Topshee says there are security concerns in the Antarctic.

Canada could be hit with a new round of US Steel and Aluminum tariffs as early as midnight tonight. Russian officials say at least two people were killed in the largest ever drone attack on Moscow. Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte arrested on International Criminal Court warrant in Manila.