In the Oscar-nominated movie The Substance, Demi Moore plays an aging star who takes a black market drug to unlock a younger version of self. We look at why the movie has struck a chord in a society that still sees age, particularly for women, as a liability.

Hereditary chief Bill Wilson, who helped to reshape Indigenous rights in Canada, has died. Matt Galloway discusses his legacy with his daughters, Kory Wilson, chair of the B.C. First Nations Justice Council; and Jody Wilson-Raybould, the former federal minister of justice.

Joe Schwarcz has made it his life's work to debunk misinformation and snake oil salespeople in the scientific world. Now, the director of the McGill Office for Science and Society  has been named to the Order of Canada.

Doctors struggling to care for all of their patients in Alberta have been advised to drop the healthy ones, to make sure they have time for those with the greatest health needs. The new guidelines are drafted with safety in mind, but critics and frustrated patients say it’s a sad indicator of how stretched the country’s health care system has become.

Craig Coppock, son of a fisherman, recounts the chilling discovery of a body at sea, which led to a complex investigation into the world of a notorious con man. Veteran detective Bill MacDonald reveals the twists and turns of the case, unraveling the identity of Ron Platt through a Rolex watch. They explore moral dilemmas, the emotional toll on families, and the dark past of a picturesque coastal town. The tale weaves through deception, identity theft, and a crime that sprawled across continents.

Etienne Borm, President of Etbo Tool & Dye, shares how potential tariffs could disrupt his auto parts business and impact employees in Ontario. Economist Jim Stanford analyzes the broader economic consequences, stressing the critical interdependence of Canadian and U.S. trade. They discuss how family-run businesses prepare for these shifts, the necessity for market diversification, and the implications for sectors like seafood and automotive during challenging times. Together, they highlight the urgent need for strategic responses to trade tensions.

Chef Keith Pears, leading Team Canada at the prestigious Bocuse d'Or competition, shares his passion for culinary arts and the thrill of competition. He discusses the rigorous preparation akin to Olympic training and the challenges of creating themed menus under pressure. Keith highlights the importance of creativity, teamwork, and the deep bonds formed among chefs from diverse backgrounds. His aspiration to represent Canada on the international stage showcases his commitment to showcasing Canadian talent and innovation in the culinary world.

Join Pete Corona, a creative executive and co-creator of support resources for wildfire-affected Latino families, alongside Tony Cookson, a finance professor specializing in GoFundMe research, and Jacob Remus, a disaster relief expert at NYU. They dissect the inequalities in crowdfunding during disasters, revealing how language barriers and social biases skew support. Discover the innovative solutions developed to uplift marginalized communities and learn about a curious case of deception amid the chaos. Their insightful dialogue sheds light on the need for fairer fundraising practices.

Chrystia Freeland, the former Canadian finance minister and a key contender to lead the Liberal Party, discusses her vision for change. She insists she's not favored by the Ottawa elite, emphasizing her grassroots approach to party reform. Freeland outlines her strategies for tackling U.S. trade threats and the importance of Canada leveraging its market power. She also addresses urgent economic challenges, particularly the housing crisis and cost of living, advocating for immediate government action to support Canadians.

Donald Trump signed executive orders on everything from immigration, to trade, to trans rights in his first week back in the Oval Office. We ask two political reporters to unpack the big changes for the U.S. — and the wider world — and whether Trump can really bring them about.