CBC News: The National | Alberta separation referendum tension

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May 25, 2026 | Prime Minister Mark Carney stokes the tension around Alberta’s separation referendum by saying the move could ‘backfire.’ Pope Leo issues a warning about using AI in warfare. And will Canada’s star soccer player be on the pitch for the World Cup? The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news

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