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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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ANALYSIS | A natural disaster upends the U.S. presidential election | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

ANALYSIS | A natural disaster upends the U.S. presidential election | CBC News

Hundreds of Canadian workers are staying in trailers and dark…

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At least 6 killed as Helene speeds up U.S. Southeast after landing as Category 4 hurricane | CBC News
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September 27, 2024

At least 6 killed as Helene speeds up U.S. Southeast after landing as Category 4 hurricane | CBC News

Helene weakened to a tropical storm over Georgia early Friday…

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CTV says staffers who altered Poilievre clip 'no longer' work for its news team | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

CTV says staffers who altered Poilievre clip ‘no longer’ work for its news team | CBC News

CTV has dropped two members of its news team after…

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4 innovative Indigenous-led clean energy projects | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

4 innovative Indigenous-led clean energy projects | CBC News

In this week’s issue of our environmental newsletter, we profile…

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Sorority says owner of Airbnb-rented home was informed busloads of students would be using it | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

Sorority says owner of Airbnb-rented home was informed busloads of students would be using it | CBC News

A sorority event that highlighted problems north London, Ont., residents…

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K'naan, rapper behind Wavin' Flag megahit, charged with sexual assault in Quebec City | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

K’naan, rapper behind Wavin’ Flag megahit, charged with sexual assault in Quebec City | CBC News

K’naan, one of Canada’s most successful rappers who is best…

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Disability rights groups launching Charter challenge against MAID law | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

Disability rights groups launching Charter challenge against MAID law | CBC News

A coalition of disability rights groups says it is launching…

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Decorated Canadian swimmer Maggie Mac Neil announces retirement at 24 | CBC Sports
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September 26, 2024

Decorated Canadian swimmer Maggie Mac Neil announces retirement at 24 | CBC Sports

Canadian swimmer Maggie Mac Neil announced her retirement from the…

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In an era of drought, can B.C. rely on Site C and other hydro projects? | CBC News
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September 26, 2024

In an era of drought, can B.C. rely on Site C and other hydro projects? | CBC News

How will B.C.’s new Site C dam and other hydroelectric…

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