Southern Europe is in the grip of another summer of extreme heat, with temperatures soaring to record highs and wildfires burning across the region. The Guardian’s Ajit Niranjan explains why Europe is heating faster than other continents, and what that means for people on the ground. Then, University of Waterloo’s Daniel Scott on how the tourism industry is adapting to rising temperatures and why more travellers are booking “cool-cations” in cooler destinations.

Researchers are uncovering new reasons why more women are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease than men  and it’s not just because they live longer. We hear from Fe Wyma, who cared for her mother with dementia for over a decade, about how that experience has changed her own approach to brain health. Plus, University of Toronto’s Gillian Einstein and Toronto Metropolitan University’s Natasha Rajah on how biology, menopause, and social factors all shape women’s risk, and what can be done to prevent cognitive decline.

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to meet in Alaska on Friday to discuss a possible ceasefire in Ukraine. We hear from Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze, a Ukrainian MP who says leaving her country out of the talks is a win for Putin and ignores those living under Russian occupation. Plus, Brookings Institution foreign policy expert Michael O’Hanlon and Atlantic Council’s Peter Dickinson on what the two leaders might hope to gain, and whether the talks could bring the war any closer to an end.

With drought gripping the U.K., the government is urging people to delete old emails and photos to cut the water used by data centres. Civil engineering professor Venki Uddameri explains the link between cloud storage and water consumption, why individual actions have limits, and how to better manage resources as AI and other data-heavy technologies expand.

Air Canada will begin cancelling flights today ahead of a possible weekend strike by more than 10,000 flight attendants. We speak with union leader Natasha Stea about the breakdown in negotiations over pay, work rules and unpaid hours — and what’s at stake for passengers if no deal is reached.

Picking up a camera taught Eldred Allen to look at his home in Labrador differently, from its dramatic coastlines to the shimmering northern lights. The self-taught Inuk photographer shares some portraits of his home, with a warning that its beauty is under threat from climate change.

U.S. politics has not slowed down this summer. President Donald Trump says Washington D.C. is a “nightmare of murder and crime,” despite violent crime numbers going down. So, he has put the police in the capital under federal power. We talk to Molly Ball from The Wall Street Journal, David A. Graham from The Atlantic, and Andrew Egger from The Bulwark about what this means for the rest of the U.S. — and more.

Six journalists were killed by a recent Israeli strike in Gaza. Anas Al-Sharif, with Al-Jazeera, was one of them. He had become the face and voice of the war in Gaza for many Palestinians. We speak with his former colleague and friend, journalist Ahmed Zakot — and Sara Qudah from the Committee to Protect Journalists about the threats Al-Sharif had been receiving, and the allegations from Israel that he was an active member of Hamas's military wing.

Donald Trump often says 'tariff' is the most beautiful word in the dictionary. And it's been his favoured weapon in his global trade war. But it's not the only one. On Friday, the US commerce department announced a big hike in countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber. Combined with anti-dumping duties announced in July, Canadian lumber is now subject to duties of more than 35%. We talk about what this means for the industry.

Wildfires are burning across Newfoundland and Labrador, prompting the provincial government to significantly increase fines and prison time for people who violate a fire ban. We speak to Scott Chandler, who lost his home in Conception Bay North, and ask Premier John Hogan about investigations into allegations of arson — and the latest on the firefighting effort. Plus, we hear from Janet Barlow of Hike Nova Scotia about the province’s sweeping ban on activities in wooded areas and the impact on outdoor recreation.

There are more billionaires in the world now than ever before, and the power of those select few is also growing. In a conversation from June, the journalist Evan Osnos tells Matt Galloway about the influence and excesses of the 0.01 per cent, which he charts in his book, The Haves and the Have Yachts.

Following decades of colourism shaped by colonialism, racism, and media, lighter skin was often seen as more desirable, even within Black communities. Now, that idea is experiencing “The Great Shift” on social media. We talk about the cultural turn where darker skin tones are being embraced, and the long-term health risks of skin-lightening creams and drugs.

They're cheap, ecofriendly, and fun. E-scooters are growing in popularity across Canada, but they are also safety concerns. A new report shows injuries caused when riding two-wheeled vehicles are higher than ever before. We talk about what needs to be done to regulate e-scooters better and keep riders safe. 

Victoria Mboko is only 18 years old, and she has already become a tennis sensation — and is capturing the hearts of millions of Canadians. At the Women's National Bank Open semi-finals in Montreal Wednesday night, she won against the former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, becoming one win away from taking the title. We discuss how the only Canadian woman left in the tournament rose to the top and how she is just getting started.

When Canada was imposed with 35 percent tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump last week, Mexico received a 90-day extension on trade talks. So, in the face of two very different trade talks with the U.S., Canada is working to strengthen its economic ties with Mexico.  We discuss what closer trade ties between Canada and Mexico could entail, and how Canada should adjust its approach to trade talks with  PresidentTrump.

For months, getting aid into Gaza has been near impossible. This week, Canada made its first humanitarian airdrop during a multinational mission led by Jordan. CBC’s international correspondent, Susan Ormiston, was on board the Jordanian plane. She brings us that story and explains how these aid drops compare to the real need on the ground in Gaza.

When was the last time you looked up at the stars on a clear night? Since time immemorial, humans have looked to the night sky for their survival. It signalled when to harvest. And helped explorers navigate the seas. But these days, if you're in the bright lights of the city, you may have to travel far to see the Milky Way. Now, remote communities across Canada are looking to their dark skies for potential economic opportunities - something called "astrotourism."

Last week, the  Trump administration announced that the E.P.A. planned to rescind the 2009 declaration, known as the endangerment finding. The proposal would eliminate limits on greenhouse gas emissions, particularly for cars and trucks. Guest host Sean Henry speaks with scientists both in the US and in Canada about the consequences for the fight against climate change.

Ohio doctor David Sabgir realized that asking his patients to get out and exercise wasn't working.  So, he laces up his running shoes and hits the pavement with them. The program, called Walk With A Doc, has spread to more than 500 communities around the globe. Dr. Sabgir explains the difference walking has made for his patients — and his own practice.

It is a Summer to remember. 18-year-old Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh continues to dominate after she won four gold and a bronze at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships. We talk to her former coach about what makes her keep breaking records, and how she's keeping her champion mindset alive.