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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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Victory Day in Russia is supposed to be about commemorating the past. Now it's also about rallying the public
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January 12, 2025

Victory Day in Russia is supposed to be about commemorating the past. Now it’s also about rallying the public

When Russia celebrated the 60th anniversary of the surrender of…

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U.S.-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine would 'give nothing' to Russia, says Kremlin aide
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January 12, 2025

U.S.-proposed ceasefire in Ukraine would ‘give nothing’ to Russia, says Kremlin aide

The ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia proposed by the U.S. would “give…

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The U.S. says the 'ball is now in Russia's court.' But what really happens if Putin agrees to a ceasefire?
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January 12, 2025

The U.S. says the ‘ball is now in Russia’s court.’ But what really happens if Putin agrees to a ceasefire?

After nine hours of talks in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, officials…

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Ukraine strikes Moscow in biggest drone attack on Russia's capital
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January 12, 2025

Ukraine strikes Moscow in biggest drone attack on Russia’s capital

Ukraine on Tuesday launched its biggest ever drone attack on…

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As U.S. halts military aid, there is concern in Ukraine amid an effort to repair soured relations
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January 12, 2025

As U.S. halts military aid, there is concern in Ukraine amid an effort to repair soured relations

As Ukraine tries to repair its fractured relations with the U.S. administration, which…

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Trump pausing U.S. military aid to Ukraine, official says
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January 12, 2025

Trump pausing U.S. military aid to Ukraine, official says

U.S. President Donald Trump has paused all military aid to…

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After Zelenskyy-Trump row, British PM says allies must increase 'share of the burden' to aid Ukraine
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January 12, 2025

After Zelenskyy-Trump row, British PM says allies must increase ‘share of the burden’ to aid Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rallied his European and NATO…

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After 'catastrophic' Trump meeting, Ukrainians say they will have to rely more on Europe, Canada
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January 12, 2025

After ‘catastrophic’ Trump meeting, Ukrainians say they will have to rely more on Europe, Canada

As Ukrainian troops try to stave off Russia’s military from…

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The day the old American order cracked in the Oval Office
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January 12, 2025

The day the old American order cracked in the Oval Office

It would take some scrounging around the bottom of the…

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