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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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Business, Hardware, Telecom

March 10, 2025

Communications provider Mitel Networks seeking creditor protection in U.S.

OTTAWA — Canadian communications technology firm Mitel Networks says it’s…

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National, Politics

March 10, 2025

Conservative candidate drops out of race for Ontario seat as election looms

OTTAWA — The Conservative candidate for a northern Ontario riding…

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Missing U.S. student's father calls for wider probe into her disappearance in Dominican Republic
Star

March 10, 2025

Missing U.S. student’s father calls for wider probe into her disappearance in Dominican Republic

The father of 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student Sudiksha Konanki,…

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Sports

March 10, 2025

Unbeaten filly Chantilly among 69 horses nominated for $1-million North America Cup.

CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. — Unbeaten filly Chantilly was among 69 three-year-old…

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Business, Economy, Finance

March 10, 2025

Canadian, U.S. markets plunge Monday amid trade confusion

TORONTO — Stock markets on both sides of the border…

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Hantavirus: What it is, how it spreads, how often it's fatal
Star

March 10, 2025

Hantavirus: What it is, how it spreads, how often it’s fatal

Here’s what you need to know about hantavirus, the rodent-borne…

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Business, Economy, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

March 10, 2025

Ontario slaps 25 per cent surcharge on electricity to U.S., warns it could go higher

TORONTO — Ontario has placed a surcharge of 25 per…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec

March 10, 2025

Suspects remain at large after mass shooting that injured 12 in east Toronto

TORONTO — Three suspects remain at large after a mass…

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Business, Health, Justice, Prairies/BC

March 10, 2025

Saskatchewan getting $700 million in national tobacco settlement

REGINA — Saskatchewan is getting about $700 million as part…

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