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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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Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon must stop, EU says | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Israeli attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon must stop, EU says | CBC News

The European Union has condemned attacks on UNÂ peacekeepers in…

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At least 10 killed in Israeli attack on northern Gaza food distribution centre, medics say | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

At least 10 killed in Israeli attack on northern Gaza food distribution centre, medics say | CBC News

Palestinian medics said on Monday that at least 10 people…

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Teen climber shatters record for youngest to conquer world's 14 highest peaks | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Teen climber shatters record for youngest to conquer world’s 14 highest peaks | CBC News

A Sherpa teenager who became the youngest person to scale…

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Democracy is the path to sustainable growth, Nobel in economics winner says | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Democracy is the path to sustainable growth, Nobel in economics winner says | CBC News

The Nobel memorial prize in economics has been awarded to…

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In major military exercise, China simulates sealing off Taiwan's ports | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

In major military exercise, China simulates sealing off Taiwan’s ports | CBC News

China employed a record 125 aircraft, as well as its…

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Uber started using 'algorithmic pricing' in Canada. Is that a good or bad thing? | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Uber started using ‘algorithmic pricing’ in Canada. Is that a good or bad thing? | CBC News

Uber rolled out a new pay model this week in…

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Endangered turtles get some TLC from dedicated guardians in the Ottawa area | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Endangered turtles get some TLC from dedicated guardians in the Ottawa area | CBC News

Turtles on Ottawa’s Petrie Island face a host of challenges…

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Public service union calls for investigation into return-to-office mandate | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

Public service union calls for investigation into return-to-office mandate | CBC News

Canada’s third largest federal public service labour union is calling…

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This Ontario resident wants more transit services to adopt the sunflower pin. But what does it mean? | CBC News
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October 14, 2024

This Ontario resident wants more transit services to adopt the sunflower pin. But what does it mean? | CBC News

Alim Nathoo has no problem telling people he’s on the…

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