Global National: May 8, 2023 | Alberta wildfires force nearly 30,000 residents to flee

Dozens of active wildfires in Alberta have prompted nearly 30,000 people to escape their homes, while more hot and dry weather is expected to fuel the flames. Heather Yourex-West reports from Edson, where thousands of residents are relieved to be back home. Joel Senick also reports from Drayton Valley on the fight to contain the flames threatening the town 90 minutes west of Edmonton, while meteorologist Tiffany Lizée looks at what's in the forecast.

The federal government has now expelled Chinese diplomat Zhao Wei for allegedly intimidating Conservative MP Michael Chong and his family in Hong Kong. Mackenzie Gray reports on the claims against Zhao Wei, and the reaction to him being declared "persona non grata."

A fresh wave of Russian drone strikes has hit several Ukrainian cities, ahead of Victory Day, which celebrates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in 1945. Crystal Goomansingh explains why several Russian cities have already scaled back festivities.

Plus, people in Texas are in mourning after yet another mass shooting. On May 6, a gunman went on a rampage at an outlet mall in Allen, a suburb of Dallas, killing eight people. Jackson Proskow reports on what's known about the victims, the shooter, and the never-ending lack of political will to stop gun violence.

And while Prince William, now the heir apparent to the throne, has managed to live his life largely without controversy, he'll still face the challenge of keeping the British monarchy relevant in the public eye. Eric Sorensen looks at what's likely in store for the future king.

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