Shingles vaccine slows dementia, CUSMA hearings, Somali community reaction and more

A study on one variety of shingles vaccine already showed it cut diagnoses of mild cognitive impairment. Now researchers have dug deeper into the data – and found the shot could slow progression of dementia in those who already have it.

And: People in Minnesota are bracing for more U.S. immigration agents to arrive in their state. Specifically targeting its large Somali population. It comes after Donald Trump told immigrants from the African country to go back to where they came from.

Also: Legislators and industry groups are in Washington, D.C. for CUSMA hearings. The free trade agreement is up for review next year. And the results of these talks could change the nature of the trade relationship between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico for years to come.

Plus: B.C. Conservative leader fights ouster, debate over Montreal port expansion, the benefits of singing for stroke patients, and more.