World Report January 13: Tuesday's top stories in 10 minutes
Jan 13, 2026
In a revealing update, Iranian protests leave an estimated 2,000 dead amid internet blackouts. Meanwhile, Mark Carney's visit to China stirs different expectations among Canadian industry leaders. Ukraine faces tragedy as Russian attacks kill four and damage infrastructure. Following her conviction for embezzlement, Marine Le Pen's appeal trial gains attention. Over in Kaschechewan, slow evacuations during a water crisis raise alarm. Lastly, global central banks unite in support of Jerome Powell's independence as a new program in Kingston aims to combat human trafficking.
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Canada's China Visit Is A Delicate Balance
- Mark Carney's trip to China balances restoring trade with avoiding U.S. political fallout.
- Canadian industries hope tariffs lift but worry about straining ties with the U.S.
Farmer's Reality: Canola Markets Collapse
- Farmer Andre Harp describes personal losses after China shut off canola imports.
- He says he needs the tariffs to go away because China was a good trading partner.
Communications Partly Restored Amid Crackdown
- Iran lifted some phone restrictions but maintains an internet blackout to suppress protests.
- An Iranian official told Reuters about 2,000 people killed, including security personnel.