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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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One of Trudeau’s most important climate policies is on the chopping block. Can Ottawa's Plan B get buy-in?
Star

November 5, 2025

One of Trudeau’s most important climate policies is on the chopping block. Can Ottawa’s Plan B get buy-in?

Four years after unveiling plans for a limit on all…

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Trump's claims of Christian persecution in Nigeria bump up against facts
Star

November 5, 2025

Trump’s claims of Christian persecution in Nigeria bump up against facts

U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to go “guns-a-blazing” into Nigeria…

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Cineplex is launching 'surprise' movie premieres, but will it help bring audiences back to theatres?
Star

November 5, 2025

Cineplex is launching ‘surprise’ movie premieres, but will it help bring audiences back to theatres?

Cineplex is hoping an element of surprise will get people…

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Trump has fixed the border but not inflation, say these voters
Star

November 5, 2025

Trump has fixed the border but not inflation, say these voters

CBC News recently travelled to Starr County, Texas, to get…

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Anglican Diocese of Edmonton questions use of notwithstanding clause on teachers’ strike
Star

November 5, 2025

Anglican Diocese of Edmonton questions use of notwithstanding clause on teachers’ strike

The Anglican Diocese of Edmonton is expressing concerns about the…

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At least 7 dead, 11 injured in UPS plane crash in Kentucky
Star

November 5, 2025

At least 7 dead, 11 injured in UPS plane crash in Kentucky

A UPS cargo plane crashed and exploded in a massive…

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Democratic candidates win key governor races as California voters approve redistricting
Star

November 4, 2025

Democratic candidates win key governor races as California voters approve redistricting

Democratic candidates notched wins in gubernatorial races in New Jersey…

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Illegal crossings drop, but U.S. agents fear migrants 'will continue to lose their lives'
Star

November 4, 2025

Illegal crossings drop, but U.S. agents fear migrants ‘will continue to lose their lives’

While the number of illegal crossings at the North Dakota…

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Justice, Ontario/Quebec, Religion

November 4, 2025

Cassidy McMackon

Toronto synagogue says it has been vandalized for the 10th time, police investigating

TORONTO — Toronto police are investigating vandalism at a north…

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