Ukraine War anniversary, OpenAI in Ottawa, Canada’s ‘El Mencho’ effect, and more

Events and vigils are held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia’s invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Vladimir Putin “has not achieved his goals,” while vowing to continue the fight. European leaders are promising billions of dollars to help Ukraine in its efforts. Canada is too, along with more sanctions on Russian energy. Ceasefire talks remain at a standstill, with big questions over territory and how the war will end.Also: Let’s talk about text. Executives from U.S. tech giant OpenAI are in Ottawa to answer questions about its chatbot, ChatGPT, and what the company is doing to protect Canadians from harm. The visit follows last week’s revelation that OpenAI staff banned the Tumbler Ridge, B.C. shooter from ChatGPT last June for troubling interactions with their software program, but never flagged concerns to police.And: Why Mexico’s takedown of cartel kingpin, ‘El Mencho,’ could have a ripple effect on Canada’s drug trade.Plus: State of the Union, Trump’s wind power tilt, stability returns to Puerto Vallarta, and more.