Global National: May 17, 2023 | WestJet, pilots' union far apart on deal as strike deadline looms

In tonight's top story: WestJet and the Air Line Pilots Association, which represents 1,600 of the airline's pilots, remain far apart on key issues, such as job security, compensation and wages. Anne Gaviola reports on the fierce bargaining underway as the strike deadline looms. Meanwhile, Dawna Friesen speaks with WestJet CEO Alexis von Hoensbroech about the airline's offer, his confidence about reaching a deal, and his message to WestJet customers whose travel plans could be jeopardized.

While the smoke from the dozens of wildfires burning across Alberta has triggered a special air quality statement for most of the province, more problems have emerged. Neetu Garcha reports on the investigation into looting and the concerns for the well-being of the military members helping fight the flames.

There's a 66 per cent chance Earth will break the crucial 1.5°C increase in global temperatures within five years, according to the World Meteorological Organization of the United Nations. Jackson Proskow explains how scientists fear that spike will prompt the worst impact of climate change.

Prince Harry, his wife Meghan, and her mother were involved in a “near catastrophic car chase” involving paparazzi photographers in New York. We explain why there's some skepticism over what the couple's spokesperson called a "relentless pursuit."

Plus, We explain Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's push for Canada and South Korea to be BFFs. Mackenzie Gray has more the new deals between the two nations and where they don't see eye to eye.

And scientists have unveiled the first, full-scale 3D scan of the Titanic. The world's most famous shipwreck is seen like you've never viewed it before. We also report on what researchers hope the images will help achieve.

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