The U.S. Department of Justice releases another 30,000 documents relating to convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein. Many are heavily redacted. And instead of clarity, the latest file drop is causing more confusion.

And: It's avalanche season and if you’re heading to Alberta’s backcountry – be prepared.

Also: It's been illegal to sell it in Canada since the early 90s. Without pasteurization, raw milk can spread harmful bacteria to humans. But there is still a small demand, and some farmers are asking if they can sell it directly from their farms.

Plus: Women serving in the Canadian Armed Forces will soon get properly-fitting combat uniforms, Vancouver recommends not giving e-scooters to people under 16, wearable tech, and more.

Australians are holding a day of reflection to mark one week since the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach. Thousands gathered near the scene of the attack to honor the 15 lives lost. Some accuse the government of failing to act on threats against the Jewish community. And there are questions about how future attacks like this can be prevented.

Also: The high cost of living is taking its toll on younger Canadians. Financial experts are seeing more young people than ever - and many face different debt obligations compared to previous generations.

And: A breakthrough Canadian TV show is having a breakaway moment. Heated Rivalry tells the story of two gay hockey players in a secret love affair. It’s already taken social media by storm and secured international distribution deals.Now, it's most recent episode is scoring big with viewers.

Plus: Venezuelan oil, Jane Austen's 250th anniversary, The Italian pizzeria giving job opportunites to autistic people, and more.

Labour unions to to the streets across Canada today. They're protesting the repeated use of the Canada Labour Code to end labour disruptions in favour of binding arbitration. Unionized workers argue that federal use of that section of the code is unconstitutional.

Also: Winter doesn't officially begin until Sunday morning - but decidedly winter weather is plowing into parts of the prairies. Deep cold is a regular part of life in the region, but this year's weather has been a bit much - even for Canada's most hardened winter cities.

And: Several high profile Apple executives have left the company in the last few months. Some experts say the departures could have something to do with Apple's failure to take a bite out of AI competition.

Plus: Growing demand at pet food banks, Young people gravitating to religion, A Scottish castle in need of millions of dollars worth of repairs, and more.