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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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Politics, Sports

November 12, 2025

Gregory Strong

Toronto’s Schneider is second in vote for AL manager of year behind Cleveland’s Vogt

Toronto Blue Jays skipper John Schneider finished second behind Cleveland’s…

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National, Politics

November 11, 2025

Maan Alhmidi

Anand opens G7 foreign ministers meeting with a push for multilateralism

NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE — Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand opened a meeting…

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Human Interest, Ontario/Quebec

November 11, 2025

Rianna Lim

Remembrance Day ceremonies in Toronto honour sacrifices made for freedom

TORONTO — At solemn Remembrance Day ceremonies in Toronto honouring…

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Ottawa businesses hopeful Lansdowne 2.0 will be an economic boon. Critics aren't so sure
Star

November 11, 2025

Ottawa businesses hopeful Lansdowne 2.0 will be an economic boon. Critics aren’t so sure

Supporters of the project — including Ottawa Tourism, the Ottawa…

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Joe Thornton's tear-filled speech shines as Hockey Hall of Fame's 2025 members inducted
Star

November 11, 2025

Joe Thornton’s tear-filled speech shines as Hockey Hall of Fame’s 2025 members inducted

Joe Thornton was inducted Monday into the Hockey Hall of…

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UN agency warns aid operations in Sudan on the 'brink of collapse'
Star

November 11, 2025

UN agency warns aid operations in Sudan on the ‘brink of collapse’

Humanitarian teams in Sudan’s North Darfur region are facing insecurity…

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National, Ontario/Quebec, Politics, Social

November 11, 2025

Allison Jones

Ontario, feds agree to 1-year child-care extension; average fee to stay $19/day

TORONTO — Ontario has secured a one-year extension with the…

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Pride flags, fluoride, abortion: Here's what UCP will push Danielle Smith to change next
Star

November 11, 2025

Pride flags, fluoride, abortion: Here’s what UCP will push Danielle Smith to change next

Alberta’s premier likes to fulfil her party members’ policy wishes….

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Mysterious drones keep buzzing key sites in Europe. So what's the defence strategy?
Star

November 11, 2025

Mysterious drones keep buzzing key sites in Europe. So what’s the defence strategy?

Belgium is the latest target in a string of mysterious…

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