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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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Canada is getting poorer when compared to its wealthy peers, data shows | CBC News
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February 19, 2024

Canada is getting poorer when compared to its wealthy peers, data shows | CBC News

Canada is among the richest countries in the world —…

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ANALYSIS | Rising unemployment is just the latest economic indicator flashing red | CBC News
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February 19, 2024

ANALYSIS | Rising unemployment is just the latest economic indicator flashing red | CBC News

Canada’s unemployment rate is just the latest economic indicator flashing…

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I was born in Africa. Black History Month isn't easy for me
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February 1, 2024

I was born in Africa. Black History Month isn’t easy for me

I started to resent my culture First Person columns are…

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Gaza’s ceasefire has stalled as both sides drag their feet, leaving few countries willing to step up and help
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January 26, 2024

Gaza’s ceasefire has stalled as both sides drag their feet, leaving few countries willing to step up and help

Both sides of the miserable war in Gaza are dragging…

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Israel begins limited pause in fighting as criticism mounts over hunger in Gaza
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January 26, 2024

Israel begins limited pause in fighting as criticism mounts over hunger in Gaza

The Israeli military on Sunday began a limited pause in…

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Israel resumes Gaza aid drops days after criticism from agencies over hunger crisis
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January 26, 2024

Israel resumes Gaza aid drops days after criticism from agencies over hunger crisis

Israel resumed airdrop aid to Gaza on Saturday night, the…

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France plans to recognize Palestinian statehood. Will Canada do the same?
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January 26, 2024

France plans to recognize Palestinian statehood. Will Canada do the same?

When French President Emmanuel Macron shared his plans to formally…

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'Charred body pieces everywhere' after Israeli strike sets tents ablaze in southern Gaza safe zone
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January 26, 2024

‘Charred body pieces everywhere’ after Israeli strike sets tents ablaze in southern Gaza safe zone

Palestinians were digging through burnt debris searching for bodies Thursday…

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As Hamas's control of Gaza weakens, lawlessness poses deadly threat to civilians
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January 26, 2024

As Hamas’s control of Gaza weakens, lawlessness poses deadly threat to civilians

While nowhere in Gaza can be considered safe, among the most…

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