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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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U.S. limits Canadian access to iconic Stanstead, Que., border-straddling library, officials say
Star

March 19, 2025

U.S. limits Canadian access to iconic Stanstead, Que., border-straddling library, officials say

The U.S. government is making it more difficult for Canadians…

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Poilievre says he's a 'tough guy to deal with' and can take on Trump and his taunts
Star

March 19, 2025

Poilievre says he’s a ‘tough guy to deal with’ and can take on Trump and his taunts

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said Wednesday he’s a “tough guy”…

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After Putin's 2.5-hour call with Trump, some in Russia see a diplomatic victory
Star

March 19, 2025

After Putin’s 2.5-hour call with Trump, some in Russia see a diplomatic victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s call with U.S. President Donald Trump…

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Business, National, Ontario/Quebec, Transport

March 19, 2025

Safety board to release preliminary report on Delta plane crash in Toronto

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada says it will release…

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Google to buy cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32B US in company's biggest ever deal
Star

March 19, 2025

Google to buy cybersecurity firm Wiz for $32B US in company’s biggest ever deal

Google’s parent company, Alphabet, has struck a deal to buy…

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Books, Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Human Interest, Politics

March 19, 2025

Kremlin-focused book ‘To Run the World’ wins $50K Lionel Gelber Prize

TORONTO — A book that examines decisions made within the…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 19, 2025

Police say 250 charges laid in Waterloo, Ont., St. Patrick’s Day celebrations

WATERLOO, ONT. — Police in Waterloo, Ont., say they arrested…

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Business, National, Social

March 19, 2025

Statistics Canada says population rose to 41,528,680 at Jan. 1 as growth slowed

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the population grew to 41,528,680…

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Business, Construction, Economy, National, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Real Estate

March 19, 2025

Federal government promises $2.55B in low-cost loans to build Toronto rental homes

TORONTO — The federal government is promising billions in low-cost…

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