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Canadian witnesses Mexico shooting; Slopaganada; Passengers vs. WestJet
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- Apr 22, 2026
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Summary
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for security to be stepped up at the country's popular archaeological sites after a Canadian woman was killed and several other people were injured in Monday's mass shooting at the Teotihuacán pyramids. Jillian Piper speaks with a Canadian tourist who ran for her life as the attack unfolded, and what police are saying about the gunman. As U.S. President Donald Trump extends his country's ceasefire with Iran, it's unclear how long it will last. Jackson Proskow explains why peace talks are dragging on, how both sides are talking tough, and what could happen next. Mackenzie Gray tells you who is on Prime Minister Mark Carney's new Canada-U.S. trade advisory council, why they were chosen, what they'll be called upon to do, and what it means for the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Heather Yourex-West reports on the warning about the AI-generated disinformation - or "slopaganda" - promoting lies and division about the Alberta separation movement. Heidi Petracek explains why one group of WestJet passengers wants to take the airline to court. Plus, celebrations fit for the Queen: Redmond Shannon reports on the honours for Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on what would have been her 100th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices