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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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Milton hurtles toward already-battered Florida as a Category 5 Hurricane | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Milton hurtles toward already-battered Florida as a Category 5 Hurricane | CBC News

Milton rapidly strengthened into a Category 5 hurricane, the strongest…

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Marburg vaccine study begins in Rwanda | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Marburg vaccine study begins in Rwanda | CBC News

Rwandan health authorities will begin a vaccine study against the…

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Man accused of plotting NYC Oct. 7 attack made refugee claim in Canada: immigration consultant | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Man accused of plotting NYC Oct. 7 attack made refugee claim in Canada: immigration consultant | CBC News

While a Pakistani man living in the Toronto area was…

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South Korean woman sues government over abduction, adoption of child to U.S. | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

South Korean woman sues government over abduction, adoption of child to U.S. | CBC News

A 70-year-old South Korean woman sued her government, an adoption…

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India offers support to cash-strapped Maldives in bid to repair strained ties | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

India offers support to cash-strapped Maldives in bid to repair strained ties | CBC News

India stepped up its development assistance to the Maldives after…

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Couple from northwestern Ontario wave their First Nations' flags at Mount Everest's base camp | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Couple from northwestern Ontario wave their First Nations’ flags at Mount Everest’s base camp | CBC News

A couple from northwestern Ontario say they’re breathing a little…

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Homelessness isn't unique to big cities. Rural Sask. communities say they need help too | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Homelessness isn’t unique to big cities. Rural Sask. communities say they need help too | CBC News

The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan is providing funding for smaller communities to…

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Man who broke into girl's room will soon be able to live next door, in case raising concerns about plea deals | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Man who broke into girl’s room will soon be able to live next door, in case raising concerns about plea deals | CBC News

A man who broke into a teen’s bedroom and rubbed…

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Canadian doctors warned to be on the lookout for scurvy | CBC News
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October 7, 2024

Canadian doctors warned to be on the lookout for scurvy | CBC News

Scurvy is a disease that likely conjures up images of…

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