The World This Hour - The World This Hour for 2025/03/02 at 14:00 EST

Episode Date: March 2, 2025

The World This Hour for 2025/03/02 at 14:00 EST

What does a mummified Egyptian child, the Parthenon marbles of Greece and an Irish giant all have in common? They are all stuff the British stole. Maybe. Join me, Mark Fennell, as I travel around the globe uncovering the shocking stories of how some, let's call them ill-gotten, artifacts made it to faraway institutions. Spoiler, it was probably the British. Don't miss a brand new season of Stuff the British Style. Watch it free on CBC Gem. From CBC News, the world this hour. I'm Jasmine Sepulis.

President Donald Trump's Commerce Secretary says tariffs will be levied on Canadian and Mexican goods on Tuesday. But Howard Lutnick says Trump is still deciding how high those tariffs will be. Lutnick says both countries have done a lot to address border issues and fentanyl smuggling. The president is still evaluating how to handle the situation. Speaking in London, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is ready whatever happens. We all know the American administration will make its own choices in terms of tariffs.

We will continue to do everything we can to make sure that there are no tariffs. But if ever there were tariffs on Tuesday, we will have a strong, unequivocal and proportional response as Canadians expect. Ontario, or rather Ottawa has put together a plan for putting reciprocal tariffs on a list of strategically chosen American goods exported to Canada. European and NATO leaders have wrapped up their meeting on how to continue supporting Ukraine in its battle against Russia's invasion. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says they've come up with a plan that includes keeping the military aid flowing, keeping economic pressure on Russia and putting together a coalition of the willing

to ensure Russia lives by any peace agreement. The UK is prepared to back this with boots on the ground and planes in the air. Together with others, Europe must do the heavy listing. But to support peace in our continent and to succeed, this effort must have strong U.S. backing. When asked about the Friday meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Stammer said no one wanted to see what unfolded but he still considers the US a reliable ally. Israel has blocked all humanitarian aid from entering Gaza the

move comes after the first phase of its ceasefire with Hamas ended yesterday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told his cabinet there will be other consequences if Hamas rejects a new US proposal. It would see the first phase of the ceasefire extended through the holy month of Ramadan and Passover. In the meantime, Hamas would release more Israeli hostages and negotiations would continue on the second phase of the truce. Hamas is accusing Israel of trying to delay its withdrawal from the territory, and this morning a key mediator in Egypt has condemned Israel's closure of Gaza, accusing

the Netanyahu government of using starvation as a weapon. The Vatican says Pope Francis had a peaceful night and is resting in hospital. On Friday the pontiff had suffered what was called an episode of respiratory difficulty. The 88-year-old who was fighting double pneumonia was put on a breathing machine. But according to the Vatican he has not suffered further crisis since, adding that the Pope's medical picture remains complex. And the Oscars will be handed out tonight. The CBC's Eli Glasner reports.

The Oscar's red carpet is getting ready. Lights and cameras positioned. When the LA wildfires ravaged this city, some wondered if the awards would continue. Now there's a feeling the industry needs this, according to Variety's Clayton Davis. You survived the Hollywood strikes and your house burned down and you're still standing, man, you're a survivor. So the attention turns to the numerous tight races. Best actor?

Could Timothee Chalamet beat out Adrien Brody with his bold performance as a young Bob Dylan? Or the best actress race, Demi Moore, for her horrifying turn in The Substance, but against Mikey Madison's tour de force performance in Enora. Producers are promising a wicked performance and a tribute to Quincy Jones. But many will be watching to see how Hollywood reacts to the current political climate. Eli Glasner, CBC News, Los Angeles. And that is your World This Hour. For CBC News, I'm Jasmine Sepulis.