Global National: Aug. 31, 2024 | Gaudreau family GoFundMe raises over $300,000 in donations - Video

Hundreds of fans gathered at the Saddledome to pay respects to former Flames forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who tragically lost their lives in a crash caused by an alleged drunk driver. Johnny's wife Meredith expressed gratitude for the best years of her life with her husband, while a GoFundMe has been set up for Matthew's wife and their unborn baby, raising over $300,000. Global's Craig Momney reports.

Plans to reform health care in Alberta have raised concerns about potential reduced access to services such as abortion, medical assistance in dying, and in-vitro fertilization. The province's premier has suggested the possibility of transferring the operation of more rural hospitals to the Catholic health authority, Covenant Health. This proposal has prompted discussion and debate about the potential implications for Alberta's health care system. Global's Heather Yourex-West reports.

In Gaza, an urgent effort is underway to stop the spread of a life-threatening disease. The detection of "Polio" in the densely populated strip has raised concerns, especially because the disease, which was almost eradicated in the 20th century, primarily affects children. To contain its spread, the United Nations has initiated a vaccination campaign, targeting 640,000 children in Gaza. Global's Touria Izri provides insight into the challenges and efforts involved in this critical campaign.

Police in Pennsylvania say that a man will face misdemeanor charges after he stormed into the press area of a Donald Trump rally Friday night. The man was subdued by police and no injuries were reported. The incident comes amid heightened scrutiny of security at the rallies of the former U.S. president. This week, investigators released new details of the assassination attempt on Trump in early July. As Global's Mike Armstrong explains, they reveal more about what happened, but the question of why remains unanswered.

Industry leaders and provincial politicians on the East Coast are criticizing federal Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier for allegedly being absent and unresponsive to issues regarding the reopened commercial cod fishery and ongoing tensions over Nova Scotia lobster. Globals' Heidi Petracek explains how fights over fisheries could mean rough sailing for Trudeau's Liberals in the next election.

Plus, the Canadian International Air Show celebrated its 75th anniversary in Toronto, showcasing a mix of iconic and state-of-the-art military aircraft. The event also marked the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. The spectacular display in the Toronto skies wowed audiences, featuring a variety of breathtaking aerobatic performances. Global's Sean O'Shea reports.


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