Global National: Oct. 3, 2023 | Greg Fergus aims to restore order to House of Commons as new Speaker

Liberal MP Greg Fergus has been elected as the new Speaker of the House of Commons, replacing Anthony Rota, who stepped down after celebrating a Ukrainian veteran who served in a Nazi unit during the Second World War. Mackenzie Gray reports on what Fergus had to say about his new role and the challenges he'll face.

In an unprecedented move, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to oust Kevin McCarthy as speaker, a job he relentlessly campaigned for and held for barely nine months. Joel Senick reports on what led up to this decision, what McCarthy is being accused of, how the White House reacted, and the search for a successor.

Toronto's afternoon rush hour was thrown into chaos after CN Rail experienced a network-wide system failure. Kayla McLean reports on the frustrated commuters and the potentially pricey alternative for people trying to get home.

The Indian government has given 41 Canadian diplomats until next week to get out of India, as the diplomatic dispute between the two nations deepens. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged there was "credible evidence" India was involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian Sikh leader. Eric Sorensen explains what a reduction in diplomatic staff could mean and how India Prime Minister Narendra Modi seemingly reacts to criticism.

History will be made in Manitoba, as the province heads to the polls. Marney Blunt looks back on the parties’ political campaigns, while David Akin explains the swing ridings and what to watch for as the votes come in.

Plus, they can't vote in it, but members of one First Nation in Ontario is watching Manitoba's election with significant interest. Melissa Ridgen takes us to Ojibways Of Onigaming, the birthplace of Manitoba NDP Leader Wab Kinew, who could become the first First Nations person to be premier.

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