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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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As more schools bring police officers back to classrooms, parents remain divided
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October 5, 2025

As more schools bring police officers back to classrooms, parents remain divided

As police officers return to Greater Victoria School District 61 this…

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Large-scale nighttime Russian strike on Ukraine kills at least 5
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October 5, 2025

Large-scale nighttime Russian strike on Ukraine kills at least 5

Four people, including a 15-year-old, died in a combined drone…

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Canadian Para runner Nate Tucker wins 3rd 1,500m world title, breaks own championship record
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October 5, 2025

Canadian Para runner Nate Tucker wins 3rd 1,500m world title, breaks own championship record

Canadian runner Nate Tucker won his signature event in record-setting…

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Disaster, Justice, Ontario/Quebec

October 5, 2025

Two dead, teen injured in North Perth, Ont., car crash: OPP

Provincial police say two people are dead and a teenager…

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Testing social media sextortion guardrails: CBC's Marketplace cheat sheet
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October 5, 2025

Testing social media sextortion guardrails: CBC’s Marketplace cheat sheet

CBC’s Marketplace rounds up the consumer and health news you…

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Cruising for clues: researchers say they've found evidence of 1st invasive barnacle in Nunavut
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October 5, 2025

Cruising for clues: researchers say they’ve found evidence of 1st invasive barnacle in Nunavut

The Arctic’s cold waters have – for the most part…

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Working but unable to afford rent, St. Marys, Ont., woman moves into town's first tiny home
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October 5, 2025

Working but unable to afford rent, St. Marys, Ont., woman moves into town’s first tiny home

A young St. Marys, Ont., woman has been handed the…

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Transgender woman asked by Niagara police officer for 'deadname' files Ontario human rights complaint
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October 5, 2025

Transgender woman asked by Niagara police officer for ‘deadname’ files Ontario human rights complaint

A transgender woman from St. Catharines who filmed police demanding…

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No more Mr. Nice Bot: Some chatbot users push back against flattery, fluff
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October 5, 2025

No more Mr. Nice Bot: Some chatbot users push back against flattery, fluff

Some chatbot users are toning down the friendliness of their…

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