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‘Gifted’ dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping

‘Gifted’ dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping

Researchers have identified that some dogs are “gifted word learners” — pups who know the names of more than 100 toys. In fact, these dogs can learn new words just by eavesdropping. And even if your dog isn’t in this “gifted” group, there are many ways to help them improve how they learn.

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How is Carney's government filling high-level jobs?

How is Carney’s government filling high-level jobs?

In 2016, former prime minister Justin Trudeau overhauled the way appointments are made to make them more open and transparent. However, recent appointments by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government raise the question of whether his government is still following the system Trudeau put in place.

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Trump puts 25% tariffs on imported autos
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March 24, 2025

Trump puts 25% tariffs on imported autos

U.S. President Donald Trump has levelled what may be his…

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Some industries may be spared from next round of U.S. tariffs despite Trump threats
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March 24, 2025

Some industries may be spared from next round of U.S. tariffs despite Trump threats

It appears some key industries facing the threat of new…

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Cherry blossom season officially kicks off in Japan as first flowers bloom
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March 24, 2025

Cherry blossom season officially kicks off in Japan as first flowers bloom

Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Social

March 24, 2025

Man charged with murder after teen fatally shot in Toronto condo building

A 19-year-old man is facing a second-degree murder charge after…

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B.C. mother enduring multiple seizures faces year-and-a-half wait for epilepsy procedure
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March 24, 2025

B.C. mother enduring multiple seizures faces year-and-a-half wait for epilepsy procedure

A Chilliwack mother faces a year-and-a-half wait for an epilepsy…

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Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Human Interest, Music

March 24, 2025

‘It’s my retrospective’: Sylvia Tyson reflects on her Juno-nominated final album

TORONTO — Canadian folk legend Sylvia Tyson spent more than…

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In fast-growing Alberta, job seekers have lost millions to employment scams since 2022
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March 24, 2025

In fast-growing Alberta, job seekers have lost millions to employment scams since 2022

The money Albertans have lost to job scams has risen…

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Manitoba premier accused of breaking conflict of interest laws by taking Bombers charters to Grey Cup
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March 24, 2025

Manitoba premier accused of breaking conflict of interest laws by taking Bombers charters to Grey Cup

Manitoba’s premier is being accused by a democracy advocate of…

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An extremist group has been linked to a Winnipeg terrorism-related case. What is M.K.Y.?
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March 24, 2025

An extremist group has been linked to a Winnipeg terrorism-related case. What is M.K.Y.?

M.K.Y, a racially and ethnically motivated extremist group police say…

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