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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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Ex-Peguis leader disputes current chief's call to scrap First Nation’s child-welfare system
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October 11, 2025

Ex-Peguis leader disputes current chief’s call to scrap First Nation’s child-welfare system

The agency that oversees child welfare in Peguis First Nation…

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Parts of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick experiencing once-in-50-year drought
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October 11, 2025

Parts of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick experiencing once-in-50-year drought

Parts of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are in the…

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As California moves to ban non-stick pans, culinary experts say British Columbians should consider the same
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October 11, 2025

As California moves to ban non-stick pans, culinary experts say British Columbians should consider the same

As you’re pulling out pots and pans to cook Thanksgiving…

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Firings of U.S. federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown
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October 11, 2025

Firings of U.S. federal workers begin as White House seeks to pressure Democrats in government shutdown

The White House budget office said Friday that mass firings…

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'Free to All': Winnipeg's 1st public library opened 120 years ago, soon to start new chapter
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October 11, 2025

‘Free to All’: Winnipeg’s 1st public library opened 120 years ago, soon to start new chapter

Carved into the Tyndall Stone above the arched entrance toÂ…

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Superior Shoal under the microscope: Is it key to understanding the Great Lakes ecosystem?
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October 11, 2025

Superior Shoal under the microscope: Is it key to understanding the Great Lakes ecosystem?

A science team from Lakehead University and a film crew…

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American liquor exports to Canada 'plummeted' 85%, says U.S. trade group
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October 11, 2025

American liquor exports to Canada ‘plummeted’ 85%, says U.S. trade group

American spirit exports to Canada “plummeted” 85 per cent in…

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As Oshawa struggles with a homelessness crisis, this centre is providing affordable housing for youth
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October 11, 2025

As Oshawa struggles with a homelessness crisis, this centre is providing affordable housing for youth

The Refuge, a youth drop-in centre in Oshawa, began providing…

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Why 'organ chips' could transform cancer treatment and drug testing
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October 11, 2025

Why ‘organ chips’ could transform cancer treatment and drug testing

Cancer treatments don’t always work as expected, leaving patients to…

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