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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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Pennsylvania grandmother looking for cat is believed to have fallen into 9-metre deep sinkhole
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December 4, 2024

Pennsylvania grandmother looking for cat is believed to have fallen into 9-metre deep sinkhole

A grandmother looking for her lost cat apparently fell into…

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Family members sue Alberta government and company over 15-year-old's death in group home
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December 4, 2024

Family members sue Alberta government and company over 15-year-old’s death in group home

Three family members are suing the Alberta government and a…

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From vaccines to Froot Loops: Why RFK Jr.'s health-related theories have sparked so much controversy
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December 4, 2024

From vaccines to Froot Loops: Why RFK Jr.’s health-related theories have sparked so much controversy

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for U.S. health and human…

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As Montreal homeless encampments grow, documents reveal patchwork response
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December 4, 2024

As Montreal homeless encampments grow, documents reveal patchwork response

Homeless encampments have become increasingly common in Montreal, leading authorities…

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These aren't your granny's bodice rippers — modern romance novels take spice to a whole new level
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December 4, 2024

These aren’t your granny’s bodice rippers — modern romance novels take spice to a whole new level

If you’ve noticed that romance novels are a lot spicier…

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93-year-old YouTuber back in business after being kicked off platform over porn allegation
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December 4, 2024

93-year-old YouTuber back in business after being kicked off platform over porn allegation

A 93-year-old retired University of Toronto professor had her YouTube…

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Why it seems like there have been so many food recalls in Canada recently
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December 4, 2024

Why it seems like there have been so many food recalls in Canada recently

Canada has seen many high-profile food recalls this year —…

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This man says working at Scouts Canada gave him PTSD. Now he's suing the organization
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December 4, 2024

This man says working at Scouts Canada gave him PTSD. Now he’s suing the organization

For four years, Stephen Greensides worked in Scouts Canada’s safe…

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Fort Chipewyan, Alta., leaders decry Transport Canada for contamination at local dock they say was kept secret
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December 4, 2024

Fort Chipewyan, Alta., leaders decry Transport Canada for contamination at local dock they say was kept secret

Indigenous leaders in Fort Chipewyan, Alta., are calling on the…

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