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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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'Take me out of here': Family alleges neglect after 95-year-old's stay at Quebec care home | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

‘Take me out of here’: Family alleges neglect after 95-year-old’s stay at Quebec care home | CBC News

Former residents of the transitional floor of the Villa des…

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Most teens didn't use a condom the last time they had sex. That worries health officials | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

Most teens didn’t use a condom the last time they had sex. That worries health officials | CBC News

The bowl of free condoms in the student office might…

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Gun control group calls Trudeau government's buyback program a 'waste' of money | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

Gun control group calls Trudeau government’s buyback program a ‘waste’ of money | CBC News

The Trudeau government is losing a key ally in its…

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The break is over. Expect hurricane season to come roaring back, scientists say | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

The break is over. Expect hurricane season to come roaring back, scientists say | CBC News

This year’s hurricane season began ominously enough — with warnings…

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Over a year later, Ontario judge admits to reading wrong ruling sending man to prison for 2 extra years | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

Over a year later, Ontario judge admits to reading wrong ruling sending man to prison for 2 extra years | CBC News

An Ontario Superior Court justice says he mistakenly imposed a…

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Gisèle Pélicot's husband is accused of inviting men to rape her. She wants you to know her name | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

Gisèle Pélicot’s husband is accused of inviting men to rape her. She wants you to know her name | CBC News

A case unfolding in France isn’t significant only because of…

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40 Acres a TIFF success but as they wait to get paid, some Sudbury vendors aren't rolling out the red carpet | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

40 Acres a TIFF success but as they wait to get paid, some Sudbury vendors aren’t rolling out the red carpet | CBC News

The world sales rights to a Canadian feature film shot…

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Francine becomes a hurricane in Gulf of Mexico, warnings in effect along Louisiana coast | CBC News
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September 11, 2024

Francine becomes a hurricane in Gulf of Mexico, warnings in effect along Louisiana coast | CBC News

Francine became a hurricane Tuesday evening as it barrelled toward…

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Toronto-area man files complaint against Laval, Que., police after violent arrest caught on video | CBC News
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September 10, 2024

Toronto-area man files complaint against Laval, Que., police after violent arrest caught on video | CBC News

A man from the Toronto area says he feared for…

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