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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, Economy, Finance

February 5, 2025

S&P/TSX composite rises almost 300 points Wednesday, U.S. markets also make gains

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index gained almost 300 points…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 5, 2025

S&P/TSX composite rises almost 300 points Wednesday, U.S. markets also make gains

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index gained almost 300 points…

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Business, Economy, Finance

February 5, 2025

S&P/TSX composite rises almost 300 points Wednesday, U.S. markets also make gains

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index gained almost 300 points…

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Entertainment, Entertainment, Arts, Film, Human Interest, Music

February 5, 2025

Jonas Brothers surprise ‘Camp Rock’ fans at Toronto bar trivia

TORONTO — The Jonas Brothers surprised a gaggle of fans…

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Automotive, Business, Construction, Economy, Education, Manufacturing, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Real Estate

February 5, 2025

A running list of Ontairo election promises in campaign for snap Feb. 27 vote

TORONTO — A running list of election promises announced by…

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How Mexican cartels and Chinese criminal networks are moving 'cocaine of the sea' through Canadian ports
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February 5, 2025

How Mexican cartels and Chinese criminal networks are moving ‘cocaine of the sea’ through Canadian ports

Chinese organized crime networks and Mexican cartels are using Canadian…

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Former Mountie Kevin Brosseau appointed as Canada's fentanyl czar
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February 5, 2025

Former Mountie Kevin Brosseau appointed as Canada’s fentanyl czar

The federal government appointed former Mountie Kevin Brosseau as Canada’s…

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Want to get rid of fentanyl? Tackle money-laundering first, say experts
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February 5, 2025

Want to get rid of fentanyl? Tackle money-laundering first, say experts

As the federal government says it will introduce new measures…

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Sheertex to temporarily lay off 40% of staff partly due to tariff threats
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February 5, 2025

Sheertex to temporarily lay off 40% of staff partly due to tariff threats

Canadian pantyhose-maker Sheertex is temporarily laying off 40 per cent…

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