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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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After 11 election wins, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is retiring
Star

March 1, 2025

After 11 election wins, Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay is retiring

“It’s a tough decision, but it’s been a decision that…

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Israel says it agrees to U.S. plan for extending 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire
Star

March 1, 2025

Israel says it agrees to U.S. plan for extending 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem earlier on Saturday said the group…

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Horn heist: B.C. train museum gets railroaded by targeted thefts
Star

March 1, 2025

Horn heist: B.C. train museum gets railroaded by targeted thefts

Pictures of the horn were found circulating on a Discord…

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National

March 1, 2025

Quick Sketch: Meet Liberal leadership candidate Karina Gould

OTTAWA — As Liberals across the country vote to choose…

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Business, Economy, Justice, National, Politics

March 1, 2025

Canada’s plans to fuel Ukraine’s war effort with Russian cash, explained

OTTAWA — Canada is set to take its first steps…

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Germany's refugees, minorities fear the future after far right's breakthrough
Star

March 1, 2025

Germany’s refugees, minorities fear the future after far right’s breakthrough

The AfD’s historic score in German elections worries refugees and…

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The legacy of Quebec's controversial pandemic curfew
Star

March 1, 2025

The legacy of Quebec’s controversial pandemic curfew

Five years after the pandemic began, Quebec’s curfew remains controversial…

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Vehicles could be trapped for weeks after Ottawa parking garage collapse
Star

March 1, 2025

Vehicles could be trapped for weeks after Ottawa parking garage collapse

The company that runs the Ottawa parking garage that partially…

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Youth recipients 'honoured,' 'grateful' to receive John C. Holland Awards celebrating Black community
Star

March 1, 2025

Youth recipients ‘honoured,’ ‘grateful’ to receive John C. Holland Awards celebrating Black community

A record 38 awards and scholarships were handed out during…

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