Mercedes Stephenson, US Mid-Terms, Solar Flares vs. Earth's Telecommunications, & Canadian Country Music Icon Terri Clark

What is the federal government doing to protect our economy against a looming recession? We catch up with Mercedes Stephenson, Global News Ottawa Bureau Chief and Host of “The West Block” for details of her conversation with Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, who discusses the government’s plans to help Canadians facing financial hardship.   According to President Joe Biden, "democracy is on the ballot" in the 2022 US mid-term elections. We discuss the importance of the elections taking place today with Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent.   Next, Astronomers have observed what is being described as "the sun smiling" in recent pictures. Could this signal a warning for us ‘earthlings’? We hear details on the impact this ‘change’ in the sun could have on telecommunications from Astrophysicist Brian G. Keating.   Finally, want to enjoy some great music for a good cause? We chat with Canadian Country Music Icon Terri Clark who brings us details on her upcoming Christmas Show at the Jubilee Auditorium.