As It Happens: Monday Edition
Part One
Sandy Lake First Nation
The chief of a Northern Ontario First Nation tells us the surviving members of a family that lost three children to a fire this month are now facing COVID-19 — and unable to mourn with their community.
Ukrainian lawmaker
As Western diplomats head home, Russian troops continue to gather on Ukraine's border. And an MP there tells us his government is preparing for a possible invasion.
Sheep face pizza
An Icelandic pizzeria enters the bizarre-toppings game with a pie that makes pineapple look ho-hum — and its creator says her sheep face pizza has fans flocking.
Part Two
Resilent forests study
A researcher in California claims cutting down trees could help create more resilient forests — and he says support for the tactic may be growing.
World's smallest beetles
We hear from an entomologist who's racing to explain how some of the world's smallest beetles manage to move as fast as much larger insects.
Part Three
Chess problem solved
For over a century-and-a-half, mathematicians have grappled with a devilishly complex chessboard question involving a near-infinite number of queens. And our guest thinks he's got it in check.
Household items dress up
Every day this month, an Irish designer is dressing as a different household item — from garbage bags to butter.