Global National: May 29

Voters in Alberta are heading to the polls, where the UCP is looking to win its second consecutive majority, while the Alberta NDP is fighting to repeat its triumph from 2015. Why at least one political scientist believes a higher voter turnout could hurt the UCP, how the province’s politics have become more dynamic after decades of predictable votes, and the right-wing group claiming it controls UCP Leader Danielle Smith. A wildfire burning out-of-control near Halifax has forced more than 16,000 people from their homes, and the situation is worsening due to dry weather and gusting winds. The race to contain the fire in the Tantallon and Hammonds Plains area, and the financial support the government is offering evacuees. Calls are growing for David Johnston to step aside as special rapporteur investigating alleged foreign interference in Canada’s democratic process. Why opposition parties want Johnston to resign, and how NDP MP Jenny Kwan says she’s been targeted by Beijing. Plus, Uganda is being internationally condemned for its harsh, new anti-gay laws. The punishment LGBTQ2+ people, and the reaction from the international community.