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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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Pete Rose, MLB hit leader who was caught betting on baseball games, dead at 83 | CBC Sports
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September 30, 2024

Pete Rose, MLB hit leader who was caught betting on baseball games, dead at 83 | CBC Sports

Pete Rose, baseball’s career hits leader and fallen idol who…

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Buying a home may remain out of reach for many Canadians for the foreseeable future | CBC News
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September 30, 2024

Buying a home may remain out of reach for many Canadians for the foreseeable future | CBC News

Buying a house may remain out of reach for many…

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Hurricane Helene leaves nearly 100 dead; parts of North Carolina in ruins | CBC News
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September 30, 2024

Hurricane Helene leaves nearly 100 dead; parts of North Carolina in ruins | CBC News

A crisis unfolded in western North Carolina as officials pledged…

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This goat hopped into a Newfoundland marathon — and won a medal | CBC News
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September 30, 2024

This goat hopped into a Newfoundland marathon — and won a medal | CBC News

Conception Bay South’s first T’Railway Trek Half Marathon had an…

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'The hurt is still there,' survivors say as Canada marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | CBC News
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September 29, 2024

‘The hurt is still there,’ survivors say as Canada marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | CBC News

Canada marked the fourth annual National Day for Truth and…

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550 people report illness after P.E.I. shellfish festival, health officials say | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

550 people report illness after P.E.I. shellfish festival, health officials say | CBC News

More than 550 people reported getting sick after attending the…

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Israel is 'winning' its war campaigns, Netanyahu says in fiery UN speech | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

Israel is ‘winning’ its war campaigns, Netanyahu says in fiery UN speech | CBC News

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his leadership strained by conflicts…

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CSIS unveils new examples of foreign interference in Canadian politics | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

CSIS unveils new examples of foreign interference in Canadian politics | CBC News

A foreign government tried to get a Liberal candidate defeated…

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Masterful, scene-stealing actor Maggie Smith dead at 89 | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

Masterful, scene-stealing actor Maggie Smith dead at 89 | CBC News

Maggie Smith, who won an Oscar for The Prime of…

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