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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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Business, Hardware, Lifestyle, Software, Sports

November 20, 2025

Christopher Reynolds

Canadians are betting record sums online — and falling in debt. Here’s how to dig out

Rob Kilner’s clients carry gambling debts ranging from a few…

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Sports

November 20, 2025

Guelph Storm to host Memorial Cup junior hockey championship in 2027

TORONTO — The Ontario Hockey League’s Guelph Storm will host…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

November 20, 2025

Rianna Lim

Doug Ford government to introduce ‘Buy Ontario’ legislation

TORONTO — The Ontario government announced plans to introduce legislation…

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Syrian family reunited in Alberta after nearly a decade of immigration hurdles
Star

November 20, 2025

Syrian family reunited in Alberta after nearly a decade of immigration hurdles

Baraah Mohammad wanted to join her family in Canada after…

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Do kids still want toys? Toy stores are struggling, but don't just blame screens
Star

November 20, 2025

Do kids still want toys? Toy stores are struggling, but don’t just blame screens

In the age of screens, amid reports of retail stores…

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She lost 5 children during the war in Gaza — now she’s raising 36 grandkids in a tent
Star

November 20, 2025

She lost 5 children during the war in Gaza — now she’s raising 36 grandkids in a tent

Reda Aliwa, 60, is caring for her 36 grandchildren in…

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Human Interest, Justice, National, Social

November 19, 2025

Kelly Geraldine Malone

Seven Canadians charged in U.S. drug probe linked to ex-Olympian

WASHINGTON — Seven Canadians have been arrested for extradition to…

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Business, Entertainment, Arts, Retail

November 19, 2025

Tara Deschamps

Auction of 27 Hudson’s Bay paintings wraps after ‘tremendous’ demand

TORONTO — The future homes for 27 pieces of Hudson’s…

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Education, Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Politics

November 19, 2025

Allison Jones

Ontario education minister eyes more possible board takeovers with now-passed bill

TORONTO — Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra is signalling that…

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