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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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China announces plans to start anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola imports | CBC News
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September 3, 2024

China announces plans to start anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola imports | CBC News

China said on Tuesday it plans to start an anti-dumping…

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Luxury shopping? Lifestyle destination? This is what it's like inside Montreal's newest supermall | CBC News
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September 3, 2024

Luxury shopping? Lifestyle destination? This is what it’s like inside Montreal’s newest supermall | CBC News

Andrew Lutfy pitched Royalmount as a retail haven, destination for…

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Paris mayor wants to keep Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower. Not everyone is pleased | CBC Radio
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September 3, 2024

Paris mayor wants to keep Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower. Not everyone is pleased | CBC Radio

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo’s plans to keep the Olympic rings…

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Satellite photos show likely launch site for Russia's new nuclear-powered missile | CBC News
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September 3, 2024

Satellite photos show likely launch site for Russia’s new nuclear-powered missile | CBC News

Two U.S. researchers say they have identified the probable deployment…

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Oilers' Draisaitl will be NHL's highest-paid player in history when 8-year, $112M US extension kicks in | CBC News
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September 3, 2024

Oilers’ Draisaitl will be NHL’s highest-paid player in history when 8-year, $112M US extension kicks in | CBC News

The Edmonton Oilers have signed star centre Leon Draisaitl to…

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'Always meant to be legendary': Emotional vigil for Gaudreau brothers in Calgary draws hundreds | CBC News
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August 30, 2024

‘Always meant to be legendary’: Emotional vigil for Gaudreau brothers in Calgary draws hundreds | CBC News

After cheers, and chants of “Johnny! Johnny!,” a hush fell over the crowd in…

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TikToker who documented life in Gaza killed by shrapnel from airstrike in Khan Younis | CBC News
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August 29, 2024

TikToker who documented life in Gaza killed by shrapnel from airstrike in Khan Younis | CBC News

Medo Halimy, whose social media posts and videos documented daily…

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Ilona Maher is Sports Illustrated's latest swimsuit cover model. Will that change how we judge women's bodies? | CBC News
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August 29, 2024

Ilona Maher is Sports Illustrated’s latest swimsuit cover model. Will that change how we judge women’s bodies? | CBC News

Fresh off a medal-winning performance with her rugby team in…

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Carbonara in a can? This Italian chef thinks it's 'genius,' but he'll never eat it | CBC Radio
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August 29, 2024

Carbonara in a can? This Italian chef thinks it’s ‘genius,’ but he’ll never eat it | CBC Radio

Heinz is billing its new canned spaghetti carbonara as a…

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