For the first time, the heads of the CIA and MI6 spoke publicly about the war in Ukraine - stressing the importance the west's role in resisting aggression from Russia. Also: An inquiry into the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire found the incident was preventable - and some of the victims families say racism played a role. Plus: A University in British Columbia will be the first to offer a bachelors degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. But some medical experts say they're not convinced it should be offered.

Police in Quebec have arrested a man south of Montreal on terror-related charges. U.S. Authorities say the Toronto area man planned to enter the United States to carry out an ISIS inspired attack at a Jewish Centre in Brooklyn New York on October 7th.

Plus: UN investigators are calling for more protection of Sudanese civilians. Both sides in the civil war are being blamed for war crimes including murder, torture and sexual slavery. The report also advocates for an arms embargo to all of Sudan.

Also: The number of people looking for work is going up, according to the latest numbers from Statistics Canada. Last month, the unemployment rate was 6.6% - its highest in seven years.

And more: Kremlin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza talks to CBC about the two years he spent in a Russian prison, Trumps legal troubles, Jasper return to school, and hotly contested federal byelections.

NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh explains why he ripped up the deal that guaranteed NDP support for the minority Liberal government. What he didnt say was why now? And what are his terms for supporting the Liberals on specific issues?

Also: A federal plan to help electrify school buses is stalling. Three years ago the Liberals pledged billions of dollars to help make the switch. But just a fraction of the buses carrying kids back to school are electric.

And: Bat populations across North America are in steady decline. New research out today suggests that decline is having a serious effect on our health, even leading to an increase in infant mortality.

Plus Parents of a murdered doctor in India speak out, alcohol in Ontarios corner stores, the death of a Ugandan Olympian due to domestic violence, and more.

The NDP has broken up with the Trudeau government. Leader Jagmeet Singh says hes tearing up the deal that allowed the Liberal minority to govern without fear of being defeated. Singh is not saying he will now trigger an election, but made it clear the NDP is going its own way to prepare for one.

Also: It's a tiny bit cheaper to borrow money today. The Bank of Canada dropped its key interest rate by 25 basis points for the third time since June, bringing it down to 4.25%. But will that have enough of an economic impact to help speed up a slowing economy?

Plus: Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario have ordered the remaining vials of last seasons COVID-19 shots destroyed to make way for updated vaccines. Despite an uptick in COVID cases, vaccines will not be available in those provinces for September or until the new vaccines are available.

And: U.S. government accuses Russia of election interference, and school shooting in Georgia.

Canadian canola farmers are facing uncertainty after China says its opening an anti-dumping probe into oilseed imports from Canada. Beijing says the move is in retaliation for Ottawas plan to impose tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles.

Also: Quebec officials say many emergency rooms across the province are over capacity, leaving some patients to wait days for help. Experts say the reasons for the capacity issues are the latest example of a troubling trend in Canadas health care system.

Plus: It is that time of the year when wasps seem to be everywhere. Is this year worse than previous ones? If you think so, you are not alone.

And: Russian strikes in Ukraine, migrants drown in English Channel and minimum wage for some gig workers in B.C..

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets in Israel, furious that six Israeli hostages were killed by Hamas. The demonstrators are angry Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not found a way to bring hostages home safely. Netanyahu remains defiant, even as international allies call for him to secure a ceasefire deal.

And: Another barrage of missiles from Russia, just as Ukrainian students begin their first day of school. Ukraine hits back with drone attacks targeting Russian energy infrastructure, and urges world leaders to do more to help.

Also: Via Rail passengers were stranded for about ten hours, after their train broke down in rural Quebec. Canada's Transport Minister says he will be looking for answers from Via.

Plus Federal employees will be required to be in the office at least three days a week, staffing shortages in B.C. hospitals, international student work rules, and much more.