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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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Toronto's Pearson airport back to normal operations after plane crash
Star

February 23, 2025

Toronto’s Pearson airport back to normal operations after plane crash

Almost a week after a Delta Air Lines flight crashed…

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Business, Economy, Health, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Transport

February 23, 2025

Battle for Sault Ste. Marie, Thunder Bay ridings puts northern issues in spotlight

Lisa Vezeau-Allen says it’s not just Sault Ste. Marie’s steelworkers…

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Social, Sports

February 23, 2025

Young Toronto FC midfielder Markus Cimermancic has a week to remember

It’s been a heck of a week for Markus Cimermancic….

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Tariff exposure lower in B.C.; warning against illicit sexual performance drugs: CBC's Marketplace Cheat Sheet
Star

February 23, 2025

Tariff exposure lower in B.C.; warning against illicit sexual performance drugs: CBC’s Marketplace Cheat Sheet

CBC’s Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you…

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Ontario/Quebec

February 23, 2025

Ontario election 2025: Where the leaders are on Sunday, Feb. 23

Here’s where the leaders of Ontario’s main political parties are…

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How words from Aysanabee's late grandfather are opening doors for some N.S. musicians
Star

February 23, 2025

How words from Aysanabee’s late grandfather are opening doors for some N.S. musicians

A conversation with his late grandfather and experiences opening for…

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New documentary shines light on the Jamaican musicians who 'helped Toronto get soul'
Star

February 23, 2025

New documentary shines light on the Jamaican musicians who ‘helped Toronto get soul’

Play It Loud! How Toronto Got Soul documents the tremendous…

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Can this 'burnt toast'-like substance be a key tool in the fight against climate change?
Star

February 23, 2025

Can this ‘burnt toast’-like substance be a key tool in the fight against climate change?

Courtenay, B.C. resident Greg Porteous started making biochar for his…

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Canada's military now accepting recruits with asthma, ADHD and other conditions amid staffing shortage
Star

February 23, 2025

Canada’s military now accepting recruits with asthma, ADHD and other conditions amid staffing shortage

As the Canadian Armed Forces continue to try and dig…

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