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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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North Macedonia town in shock, grief as officials investigate nightclub owners after deadly fire
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March 17, 2025

North Macedonia town in shock, grief as officials investigate nightclub owners after deadly fire

North Macedonia is grappling with the loss of dozens of…

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Business, Construction, Economy, Real Estate

March 17, 2025

CMHC reports seasonally adjusted rate of housing starts slowed in February

OTTAWA — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual…

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Residents in flood-prone areas of Drummondville, Que., told to leave as spring melt speeds up
Star

March 17, 2025

Residents in flood-prone areas of Drummondville, Que., told to leave as spring melt speeds up

A number of Quebec communities are under flood watch Monday…

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Undercover officers in 'Mr. Big' sting spent months befriending accused in 2007 Manitoba killing: court docs
Star

March 17, 2025

Undercover officers in ‘Mr. Big’ sting spent months befriending accused in 2007 Manitoba killing: court docs

At least 18 RCMP officers spent more than seven months…

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Tariff fears and high stakes for Atlantic Canada at the Boston seafood expo
Star

March 17, 2025

Tariff fears and high stakes for Atlantic Canada at the Boston seafood expo

As seafood industry delegates from more than 50 countries gather…

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National, Politics

March 17, 2025

Carney’s move to kill carbon price now official but debate over it not dead

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s move Friday to end…

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DynaLife insolvent less than 90 days into Alberta government contract for lab services, documents show
Star

March 17, 2025

DynaLife insolvent less than 90 days into Alberta government contract for lab services, documents show

Documents obtained by CBC News show that a private medical…

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Health, Human Interest, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

March 17, 2025

Nighttime walks and DIY haircuts: Ontarians look back at the first COVID-19 lockdown

Five years ago, Ontarians suddenly found themselves staying home as…

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Police chief in Windsor, Ont., made racist comments, internal investigation finds
Star

March 17, 2025

Police chief in Windsor, Ont., made racist comments, internal investigation finds

An internal investigation into allegations Windsor, Ont.’s police chief made…

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