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Why Trump’s latest move in Iran could backfire, again

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A former U.S. diplomat tells us Donald Trump is making yet another catastrophic miscalculation by blocking access to Iran's ports -- and that it could be just as destructive for the global economy as anything Iran does. 


A decade ago, a devastating oil spill wreaked havoc along the B.C. coast. The Heiltsuk Nation says the damage wasn't limited to the environment -- and it's taking that argument to the UN. 

 

After 16 years, Viktor Orban's time leading Hungary is now over. Michael Ignatieff tells us Orban's loss is a win for Hungarians, Europeans, and liberal democracy worldwide.


Scientists find a once tightly-connected group of chimpanzees in Uganda now locked in lethal conflict. A researcher tells us what we can learn from their ugly war -- and spoiler alert, it's not all bad. 


We'll remember the Bollywood legend Asha Bhosle -- with the leader of a band that paid tribute to her in a 90s hit. 


Montreal Canadiens defenceman David Reinbacher faces a classic rookie ritual -- getting the local press corps to pronounce his name in both official languages. 


As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio that’s not sure if that should have been "back check", "bock check", or "Baccch check". 

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