As It Happens

As It Happens: Wednesday Edition

Aug. 28, 2019

Full Episode Transcript

Part One

UK Parliament suspended
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he'll suspend Parliament — for five-weeks leaving precious little time for Brexit opponents to stop their country from crashing out of the EU. 

Larry Dohey obit
The late Larry Dohey knew more about Newfoundland and Labrador than anyone else — and gladly enlightened anyone who asked. 

Severed hand doctor
A doctor in London, England, explains the radical step he took to save a patient's hand after a terrible accident: sewing it to the patient's groin. 

Part Two

Teacher testing
It doesn't matter what you want to teach in Ontario — the provincial government insists you will have to pass a standardized math test before you're allowed in a classroom. 

Hermine Ricketts obit
Six years ago, Hermine Ricketts had to dig up her beloved garden due to a municipal ban. She died Saturday at 63 -- after the Florida Legislature finally passed a law inspired by her efforts earlier this year.