EPISODE · Jun 1, 2026 · 27 MIN
Ottawa’s AI strategy, pancreatic cancer breakthrough, Cricket Canada suspended, and more
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CBC News has a draft copy of the federal government’s long-delayed strategy on artificial intelligence. It’s promising to create up to 90,000 jobs, protect Canadians against the risks of AI, and massively boost the number of businesses that use it.And: A new drug for pancreatic cancer is showing unprecedented promise. In a trial, it doubled survival time for patients who had already gone through one round of chemotherapy. It’s not on the market yet, but it is a sign of progress in treating one of the deadliest forms of cancer.Also: It's one of the fastest growing games in Canada. But the organization in charge of cricket in this country is under increasing fire. The sport's international governing body has suspended its membership after an investigation by CBC's The Fifth Estate put a spotlight on issues of corruption and allegations of match fixing.Plus: Prime Minister Carney outlines plan to deal with antisemitism, U.S.-Iran negotiations, and more.
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CBC News has a draft copy of the federal government’s long-delayed strategy on artificial intelligence. It’s promising to create up to 90,000 jobs, protect Canadians against the risks of AI, and massively boost the number of businesses that use it.And: A new drug for pancreatic cancer is showing unprecedented promise. In a trial, it doubled survival time for patients who had already gone through one round of chemotherapy. It’s not on the market yet, but it is a sign of progress in treating one of the deadliest forms of cancer.Also: It's one of the fastest growing games in Canada. But the organization in charge of cricket in this country is under increasing fire. The sport's international governing body has suspended its membership after an investigation by CBC's The Fifth Estate put a spotlight on issues of corruption and allegations of match fixing.Plus: Prime Minister Carney outlines plan to deal with antisemitism, U.S.-Iran negotiations, and more.
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