Global National: Aug 22

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau is facing criticism over Canada’s response to the crisis in Afghanistan, as several people die in stampedes outside Kabul’s airport while desperately trying to flee the country. Plus, Tropical Storm Henri soaks the northeastern United States, en route to Atlantic Canada, while other parts of the U.S. and Canada endure extreme weather fuelled human-caused climate change. Meanwhile, the NDP pays tribute to the late influential party leader Jack Layton 10 years after his death – while current leader Jagmeet Singh adapts his campaign style for the pandemic election.