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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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Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to impaired driving | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

Justin Timberlake pleads guilty to impaired driving | CBC News

Justin Timberlake pleaded guilty to impaired driving Friday, resolving the…

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9 Ukrainian women facing years in a Russian prison were just released in a swap | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

9 Ukrainian women facing years in a Russian prison were just released in a swap | CBC News

Nearly 100 prisoners of war were recently released in an…

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Driver charged with killing Gaudreau brothers had blood-alcohol level over legal limit | CBC Sports
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September 13, 2024

Driver charged with killing Gaudreau brothers had blood-alcohol level over legal limit | CBC Sports

The driver charged with killing NHL player Johnny Gaudreau and…

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Kingston care hub shuts as police name victims, accused in fatal attack | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

Kingston care hub shuts as police name victims, accused in fatal attack | CBC News

Kingston Police have announced murder and attempted murder charges against…

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New AI apps promise mental health support at a student's fingertips. But can you trust a chatbot? | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

New AI apps promise mental health support at a student’s fingertips. But can you trust a chatbot? | CBC News

As young people struggle to find mental health care, a…

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Former NHL enforcer Stephen Peat dies 2 weeks after being struck by car in Langley, B.C. | CBC Sports
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September 13, 2024

Former NHL enforcer Stephen Peat dies 2 weeks after being struck by car in Langley, B.C. | CBC Sports

Stephen Peat, the former Washington Capitals enforcer who fought concussion…

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Boeing's U.S. factory workers on strike after rejecting pay increases of 25% over 4 years | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

Boeing’s U.S. factory workers on strike after rejecting pay increases of 25% over 4 years | CBC News

Boeing’s U.S. West Coast factory workers walked off the jobÂ…

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Sask. hockey player, 90, honoured for co-founding seniors league that's 'the envy of any league in Canada' | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

Sask. hockey player, 90, honoured for co-founding seniors league that’s ‘the envy of any league in Canada’ | CBC News

Stan Halliwell, a co-founder of Saskatoon’s 60+ hockey league, was…

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Sask. private school connected to abuse allegations changes its name again | CBC News
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September 13, 2024

Sask. private school connected to abuse allegations changes its name again | CBC News

The school was once called Christian Centre Academy, and changed…

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