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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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Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women's S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Aurélie Rivard wins 3rd straight Paralympic title in women’s S10 400m freestyle | CBC Sports

Canada’s Aurélie Rivard swam to her third consecutive Paralympic gold…

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Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Canadian shot putter Greg Stewart repeats as Paralympic champion in Paris | CBC Sports

Canada’s Greg Stewart successfully defended his Paralympic title in the…

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Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Paralympic newsletter: Canada wins its first two medals, plus who to watch on Friday | CBC Sports

This is a web version of CBC Sports’ daily newsletter,…

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Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Watch the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremony | CBC Sports

Click on the video player above to watch live coverage…

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Pat Anderson, Katarina Roxon named Canada's flag-bearers for Paris Paralympics opening ceremony | CBC Sports
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August 24, 2024

Pat Anderson, Katarina Roxon named Canada’s flag-bearers for Paris Paralympics opening ceremony | CBC Sports

Basketball player Pat Anderson and swimmer Katarina Roxon, who have…

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How Canadian researchers are trying to win the battle against a stubborn wheat disease
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August 24, 2024

How Canadian researchers are trying to win the battle against a stubborn wheat disease

Of the myriad diseases that threaten wheat, Canada’s largest field…

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Ontario bans drug consumption sites near schools, child-care centres | CBC News
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August 20, 2024

Ontario bans drug consumption sites near schools, child-care centres | CBC News

Ontario has banned supervised drug consumption sites within 200 metres…

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What the 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles means for Canadians | CBC News
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August 18, 2024

What the 100% tariff on Chinese electric vehicles means for Canadians | CBC News

Canada’s new tariff on electric vehicles from China will reverberate through…

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EV sales are still growing. So why are carmakers pulling back? | CBC News
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August 18, 2024

EV sales are still growing. So why are carmakers pulling back? | CBC News

Some of the headlines about electric vehicles lately might give…

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