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U.S.-Iran deal signed; MAID and mental illness; Porch geese craze
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- Jun 18, 2026
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- 1536
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Summary
The U.S. and Iran have signed a deal to extend the ceasefire between the two countries for 60 days. Jackson Proskow reports on the details of the 14-point plan, how the agreement comes with a threat from U.S. President Donald Trump, and why there's skepticism about whether the deal will lead to long-term peace in the Middle East. David Akin explains why a Canadian parliamentary committee has determined medical assistance in dying (MAID) should not be made legal for people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. Touria Izri reports on the confusion over why some people are being told to surrender their certificate of Canadian citizenship. Mike Armstrong explains how the Titan submersible disaster highlights a lack of oversight from Canada's government. Eric Sorensen looks at how some of soccer's biggest superstars seized the moment in their opening matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Plus, the bird is the word: Heidi Petracek reports on the revived craze over geese ornaments for your porch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices