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Marco Rubio's new Chinese name | About That

Marco Rubio’s new Chinese name | About That

Andrew Chang explains how China’s government gave U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio a new, slightly tweaked, name — one that doesn’t ban him from entering China.

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Did Jeffrey Epstein really introduce Donald Trump and Melania

Did Jeffrey Epstein really introduce Donald Trump and Melania

Who introduced Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump? For years, Italian entrepreneur and close Trump associate Paolo Zampolli has taken credit, but the release of the Epstein files surfaced an FBI document that said it was financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. What’s the truth? CBC’s visual investigations team and Katie Nicholson dig into the files to reveal surprising new details.

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Erectile dysfunction ads are targeting young men. But do they actually need the meds?

Erectile dysfunction ads are targeting young men. But do they actually need the meds?

Euphemistic ads for ED medication are as old as the internet, but in recent years, direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical companies are using memes and unmistakable messaging to reach young men concerned about their sexual health on social media. Doctors caution young men often only need medication after steps like lifestyle changes haven’t improved sexual health and performance.

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies in high-stakes court bout with Elon Musk

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies in high-stakes court bout with Elon Musk

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the witness stand Tuesday to defend his business record in a trial pitting him against Elon Musk, rebutting testimony that disparaged his leadership at a pivotal time for the ChatGPT maker. Musk, the world’s richest man, is seeking Altman’s ouster from the company leadership as part of a civil lawsuit accusing him of betraying their shared vision for OpenAI.

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Critics fear for wildlife, agriculture as Site C reservoir fills with water | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

Critics fear for wildlife, agriculture as Site C reservoir fills with water | CBC News

After decades of protests and opposition, activists and residents in…

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A look at the U.S. lab and DNA technology that cracked a recent Guelph cold case and others in Canada | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

A look at the U.S. lab and DNA technology that cracked a recent Guelph cold case and others in Canada | CBC News

Exactly 19 years ago, a body was found at a…

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A Regina health clinic is offering a subscription for 'faster service,' but critics say it's privatization | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

A Regina health clinic is offering a subscription for ‘faster service,’ but critics say it’s privatization | CBC News

A subscription service being offered by a Regina health clinic…

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She fought for girls' hockey decades ago. Now she's back on the ice at the Canada 55+ Games | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

She fought for girls’ hockey decades ago. Now she’s back on the ice at the Canada 55+ Games | CBC News

Over 2,000 participants from across Canada are competing in 20…

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Australians now have the legal right to disconnect from work. But how effective will it be? | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

Australians now have the legal right to disconnect from work. But how effective will it be? | CBC News

Experts say most right-to-disconnect laws put pressure on companies to…

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Updated COVID-19 vaccines expected in Canada this fall. Consider waiting for your next shot, some doctors say | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

Updated COVID-19 vaccines expected in Canada this fall. Consider waiting for your next shot, some doctors say | CBC News

Health Canada told CBC News they’ll finish reviewing updated COVID…

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Yukon Star closes after 4 months due to lack of capital | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

Yukon Star closes after 4 months due to lack of capital | CBC News

Although the community responded to the publication with enthusiasm, the…

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Jasper wildfire caused $880M in insured losses, says Insurance Bureau of Canada | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

Jasper wildfire caused $880M in insured losses, says Insurance Bureau of Canada | CBC News

The Insurance Bureau of Canada estimates the insured damages —…

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CBSA unaware of ISIS video allegedly showing father charged in terror plot during screening: official | CBC News
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August 28, 2024

CBSA unaware of ISIS video allegedly showing father charged in terror plot during screening: official | CBC News

A senior intelligence official with Canada’s border officer says he’s…

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