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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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'It haunts my dreams': Heather Winterstein’s mother reflects on marathon inquest into Ontario ER death

‘It haunts my dreams’: Heather Winterstein’s mother reflects on marathon inquest into Ontario ER death

Francine Shimizu-Orgar has frequent nightmares when her mind replays moments from the recent inquest into her daughter’s death at the St. Catharines, Ont., hospital. But if the inquiry, which the family pushed for, wasn’t held, what happened to 24-year-old Heather Winterstein “would never have come out,” Shimizu-Orgar tells CBC from the family home in the Niagara region city.

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Will a Canadian get picked in the first round of the NFL draft?
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April 22, 2026

Will a Canadian get picked in the first round of the NFL draft?

CBC Sports’ daily newsletter looks at the top Canadian prospects…

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Will a Canadian get picked in the first round of the NFL draft?
Sports, Star

April 22, 2026

Will a Canadian get picked in the first round of the NFL draft?

CBC Sports’ daily newsletter looks at the top Canadian prospects…

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Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?
Star

April 22, 2026

Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?

With fuel prices more than doubling since the war in…

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Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?
Star

April 22, 2026

Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?

With fuel prices more than doubling since the war in…

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Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?
Star

April 22, 2026

Could the jet fuel crisis change your travel plans?

With fuel prices more than doubling since the war in…

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Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says
Star

April 22, 2026

Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reports a near-miss incident involving…

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Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says
Star

April 22, 2026

Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reports a near-miss incident involving…

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Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says
Star

April 22, 2026

Air Canada jet from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration reports a near-miss incident involving…

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When their son died at 16, this B.C. family mobilized to rebuild the local baseball diamond in his honour
Star

April 21, 2026

When their son died at 16, this B.C. family mobilized to rebuild the local baseball diamond in his honour

The Taylor family raised thousands of dollars to revitalize and…

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King Charles says late Queen would be ‘troubled’ by today’s world
Star

April 21, 2026

King Charles says late Queen would be ‘troubled’ by today’s world

In a video message, King Charles paid tribute to his…

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Senators call on Carney to restore antisemitism envoy, step up fight against hate
Star

April 21, 2026

Senators call on Carney to restore antisemitism envoy, step up fight against hate

The Senate human rights committee is calling for more education,…

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Investigation into deaths of 6 Innu youths shows how the system failed them, inquiry hears
Star

April 21, 2026

Investigation into deaths of 6 Innu youths shows how the system failed them, inquiry hears

A report into the deaths of six youths from the…

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B.C. to work with First Nations on Indigenous rights act, Eby says
Star

April 20, 2026

B.C. to work with First Nations on Indigenous rights act, Eby says

B.C. Premier David Eby has outlined a plan for B.C….

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What is China's endgame for the war in Iran? | About That
Star

April 20, 2026

What is China’s endgame for the war in Iran? | About That

The U.S. war on Iran indirectly opens the door for…

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How the PWHL is trying to discourage teams from tanking
Star

April 20, 2026

How the PWHL is trying to discourage teams from tanking

The Gold Plan, adopted by the PWHL when it launched…

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Ford says no one in Canada is scrutinized like he is after backtracking on $28.9M private jet purchase
Star

April 20, 2026

Ford says no one in Canada is scrutinized like he is after backtracking on $28.9M private jet purchase

Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters Monday that “no one…

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We asked Canada's premiers if they fly private. Here's what they said
Star

April 20, 2026

We asked Canada’s premiers if they fly private. Here’s what they said

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has reversed course on the purchase…

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U.S. singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old
Star

April 20, 2026

U.S. singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder of 14-year-old

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office said the 21-year-old…

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8 children dead after mass shooting in Louisiana, police say
Star

April 19, 2026

8 children dead after mass shooting in Louisiana, police say

A gunman in Louisiana killed eight children in domestic-related shootings…

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Lytton, B.C., was razed by fire — but costs of maintaining new facilities could lead to financial ruin
Star

April 19, 2026

Lytton, B.C., was razed by fire — but costs of maintaining new facilities could lead to financial ruin

Jennifer Thoss, a member of Lytton’s council elected in 2022,…

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Ontario Premier Doug Ford, province to sell $28.9M private jet 'as quickly as possible'
Star

April 19, 2026

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, province to sell $28.9M private jet ‘as quickly as possible’

Ontario is looking to sell the $28.9 million private jet…

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This northern Yukon island shows how thawing permafrost is transforming the Arctic
Star

April 19, 2026

This northern Yukon island shows how thawing permafrost is transforming the Arctic

Thawing permafrost on a small island off the Yukon’s north…

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North America's 1st electrochemical lithium refining facility opens in B.C.
Star

April 19, 2026

North America’s 1st electrochemical lithium refining facility opens in B.C.

Delta, B.C., is an unlikely location for Canada to challenge…

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This Japanese town cancelled its cherry blossom festival to stop overtourism. It didn’t work
Star

April 19, 2026

This Japanese town cancelled its cherry blossom festival to stop overtourism. It didn’t work

Fujiyoshida was a sleepy town with a great view —…

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