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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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Canadians conquer Kitzbuhel: Jack Crawford wins World Cup downhill, Cam Alexander 3rd
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January 25, 2025

Canadians conquer Kitzbuhel: Jack Crawford wins World Cup downhill, Cam Alexander 3rd

James Crawford became the first Canadian skier in 42 years…

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Hamas frees 4 Israeli soldier hostages in exchange for 200 Palestinians
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January 25, 2025

Hamas frees 4 Israeli soldier hostages in exchange for 200 Palestinians

The Palestinian militant group Hamas handed four female Israeli soldier…

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Mark Carney committing to hit 2% NATO defence spending benchmark in 2030
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January 25, 2025

Mark Carney committing to hit 2% NATO defence spending benchmark in 2030

Liberal leadership contender Mark Carney says if he becomes prime…

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The trade war is off — but for how long?
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January 25, 2025

The trade war is off — but for how long?

Canadian sports fans might be persuaded to stop jeering the…

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Trudeau, Trump will speak again this afternoon on eve of trade war
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January 25, 2025

Trudeau, Trump will speak again this afternoon on eve of trade war

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump…

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Donald Trump has ruptured the Canada-U.S. relationship. To what end? And what comes next?
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January 25, 2025

Donald Trump has ruptured the Canada-U.S. relationship. To what end? And what comes next?

Addressing both Canadians and Americans on Saturday night, at one…

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Canada holds its breath, waits to see details of Trump's promised tariffs
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January 25, 2025

Canada holds its breath, waits to see details of Trump’s promised tariffs

Canadians are waiting to see details of the promised U.S. tariffs…

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Carney says he'll scrap the carbon tax, introduce green incentive program if he becomes leader
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January 25, 2025

Carney says he’ll scrap the carbon tax, introduce green incentive program if he becomes leader

Liberal leadership candidate Mark Carney says he will abandon his…

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Trudeau says Canada 'ready' for Trump tariffs as ministers make final push in D.C.
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January 25, 2025

Trudeau says Canada ‘ready’ for Trump tariffs as ministers make final push in D.C.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is ready to deliver…

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