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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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B.C. NDP release video of B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad saying he regrets getting 'so-called vaccine' | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

B.C. NDP release video of B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad saying he regrets getting ‘so-called vaccine’ | CBC News

During an affordability policy announcement in Surrey on Monday, four…

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Rookie kicker gets wish granted on the field after watching Maya Turner play and win | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Rookie kicker gets wish granted on the field after watching Maya Turner play and win | CBC News

They’re not on the same team. Or even the same…

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Trudeau appears on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Trudeau appears on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert | CBC News

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appeared as a guest on CBS’s…

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Renowned jazz musician Benny Golson dead at 95 | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Renowned jazz musician Benny Golson dead at 95 | CBC News

Jazz great Benny Golson, a tenor saxophonist and composer of…

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Hall of Famer Mark Messier headlines Amazon's NHL broadcast team | CBC Sports
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September 23, 2024

Hall of Famer Mark Messier headlines Amazon’s NHL broadcast team | CBC Sports

Hall of Fame hockey player Mark Messier will be among…

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Junos add 2 new awards, drop international album category ahead of 2025 show | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Junos add 2 new awards, drop international album category ahead of 2025 show | CBC News

Organizers of the Juno Awards announced two new categories, a…

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Africa's worst floods in years impact millions across 6 countries | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Africa’s worst floods in years impact millions across 6 countries | CBC News

More than four million people have been affected by floods…

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Controversial law designed to free up hospital beds to be tested in Ontario court | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Controversial law designed to free up hospital beds to be tested in Ontario court | CBC News

A new charter challenge set to get underway on Monday…

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Northvolt announces 1,600 layoffs in Sweden, insists Quebec EV battery plant won't be affected | CBC News
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September 23, 2024

Northvolt announces 1,600 layoffs in Sweden, insists Quebec EV battery plant won’t be affected | CBC News

Swedish electric vehicle battery manufacturer Northvolt says construction of a…

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