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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, Retail

February 12, 2025

Tim Hortons has eye on consumer demand as U.S. tariff uncertainty weighs

TORONTO — The president of Tim Hortons’ Canadian and U.S….

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Business, Economy, Ontario/Quebec

February 12, 2025

Mississauga food bank system lays off staff, cuts programs to preserve food resources

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — The food bank system in one of…

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Winter weather affecting schools, mail and flights across eastern Canada
Star

February 12, 2025

Winter weather affecting schools, mail and flights across eastern Canada

It’s here. It’s messy. It’s wreaking havoc on the commute,…

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Oh, Canada: most major cities under winter weather warnings for cold, snow and storms
Star

February 12, 2025

Oh, Canada: most major cities under winter weather warnings for cold, snow and storms

If you were looking for signs of an early spring,…

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Business, Economy, Mining

February 12, 2025

Barrick Gold reports US$2.14B profit for 2024, up from US$1.27B in 2023

TORONTO — Barrick Gold Corp. says it earned US$2.14 billion…

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Business, Economy, National

February 12, 2025

Leger poll: Canadians anxious but ready to rally against Trump’s threats

OTTAWA — Canadians are collectively biting their fingernails and ready…

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Trump confirms Putin call as U.S. defence secretary dismisses prospect of Ukraine NATO membership
Star

February 12, 2025

Trump confirms Putin call as U.S. defence secretary dismisses prospect of Ukraine NATO membership

U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth says a return to Ukraine’s…

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Business, Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Media, Radio, Social, Television

February 12, 2025

Local news can help battle disinformation, report finds. But outlets are struggling

TORONTO — A new report that surveyed residents of small…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 12, 2025

CPP Investments earned 3.8% in third quarter, net assets grew to $699.6 billion

TORONTO — The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board earned a…

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