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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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Glen Powell's The Running Man seriously runs out of steam
Star

November 14, 2025

Glen Powell’s The Running Man seriously runs out of steam

Edgar Wright’s The Running Man does boast impressive action sequences….

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Gen Z diners snubbing the high cost of fast food. Can they be lured back?
Star

November 14, 2025

Gen Z diners snubbing the high cost of fast food. Can they be lured back?

Fast-food chains like Chipotle and McDonald’s are lowering their sales…

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Sports

November 14, 2025

Joshua Clipperton

‘Panic’s never going to help’: Maple Leafs drop fourth straight game

TORONTO — Craig Berube saw some positive signs. The Maple…

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B.C., Ottawa co-ordinating to fight ‘unprecedented threat' from extortion crime, Eby says
Star

November 14, 2025

B.C., Ottawa co-ordinating to fight ‘unprecedented threat’ from extortion crime, Eby says

New federal extortion legislation in the worksMP Ruby Sahota, federal…

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Sports

November 13, 2025

Gregory Strong

Rock League walks back travel plans for pro curling startup, won’t go overseas

The Curling Group is walking back some of its initial…

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Disaster, Justice, Ontario/Quebec

November 13, 2025

Allison Jones

Ontario to spend $210M on non-speed camera road safety measures following ban

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s government is earmarking $210…

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Prairies/BC

November 13, 2025

Alberta’s Smith supportive of new major projects, says pipeline negotiation ongoing

CALGARY — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she’s on board…

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Atlantic, Business, Mining

November 13, 2025

New Brunswick’s Sisson Mine added to Ottawa’s list of ‘nation-building’ projects

FREDERICTON — New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt is holding a…

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Business, Health, Lifestyle, Ontario/Quebec

November 13, 2025

Hannah Alberga

Among complaints resolved by Ontario’s patient ombudsman: a person who wasn’t told they had cancer for a year

TORONTO — A growing number of people are filing complaints…

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