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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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Dozens of women came forward with Harvey Weinstein allegations. A new accuser has led to a new charge | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

Dozens of women came forward with Harvey Weinstein allegations. A new accuser has led to a new charge | CBC News

Seven years after sexual assault and harassment allegations against Harvey…

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Senior civil servants at provincial, territorial level invited to seek top secret clearance | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

Senior civil servants at provincial, territorial level invited to seek top secret clearance | CBC News

Canada’s senior public servant has invited his provincial and territorial…

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Iran hacked Trump campaign, sought to interest Biden team, FBI says | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

Iran hacked Trump campaign, sought to interest Biden team, FBI says | CBC News

Iranian hackers sought to interest U.S. President Joe Biden’s campaign…

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The Sask. Party disclosed which of its candidates have DUI convictions. Does it matter to voters? | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

The Sask. Party disclosed which of its candidates have DUI convictions. Does it matter to voters? | CBC News

The Saskatchewan Party has released its full slate of 61…

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N.B. election campaign kicking off for Oct. 21 vote | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

N.B. election campaign kicking off for Oct. 21 vote | CBC News

Premier Blaine Higgs is expected to meet the lieutenant-governor to…

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The electricity sector has seen a major drop in GHG emissions. Oil and gas, not so much | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

The electricity sector has seen a major drop in GHG emissions. Oil and gas, not so much | CBC News

Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped slightly last year, even as…

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Heist to homecoming: Stolen portrait of Winston Churchill returning to Canada | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

Heist to homecoming: Stolen portrait of Winston Churchill returning to Canada | CBC News

It’s finally coming home.An original print of Yousef Karsh’s renowned…

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Think your dog can understand words? This scientist says you might be right | CBC Radio
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September 19, 2024

Think your dog can understand words? This scientist says you might be right | CBC Radio

The internet is filled with videos of dogs using soundboards…

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Women's hockey players in Kenora, Ont., threaten to take city to court over ice allocation policy | CBC News
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September 19, 2024

Women’s hockey players in Kenora, Ont., threaten to take city to court over ice allocation policy | CBC News

A group of women’s hockey players in Kenora, Ont., are…

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