Russia strikes military base on NATO’s doorstep

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The war in Ukraine is now at NATO’s doorstep, after Russia launched airstrikes on a Ukrainian military base just a short drive from the border with Poland, a NATO-member state. At least 35 people were killed. Mike Armstrong has the latest details.

Bowing to pressure, the U.S. now says it will supply Ukrainian fighters with more weapons and security assistance. The U.S. has been called on to take more drastic measures, such as a no-fly-zone. But as Jennifer Johnson reports, the Biden administration says it doesn't want to risk direct conflict with Russia at this time.

Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has returned home after spending a week in Europe discussing next steps to support Ukraine and push back against Russia with fellow NATO allies. But what did that trip actually accomplish? Abigail Bimman has more on the Canadian contribution.

With so much horror and devastation, the Russia-Ukraine war can be a difficult topic to address with children. But experts say there are ways to help children to understand and to cope with the horrors that are unfolding. Sarah Ryan explains how to talk to your kids about the conflict in Ukraine.

Turning to the ongoing pandemic: Thousands of COVID-19 patients have reported Tinnitus – a constant ringing in the ears – as a symptom. And as Jamie Mauracher reports, experts are now closer to understanding how COVID-19 is linked to this aggravating auditory ailment.

Composting and food recycling programs are commonplace in Canada. Diverting food waste helps to reduce methane emissions that contribute to climate change. But in the U.S. those composting programs are more limited. As Rob Malcolm reports, California is hoping to change that.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine is a grim reminder of how wars can devastate families, communities and entire countries. But in Canada there’s a new effort underway to recognize sacrifices from more than a century ago. Ross Lord explains.