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Why some cars sold in Canada are easier to steal than the same models in the U.K.

Marketplace compares some of Canada’s most stolen vehicles to the same makes and models sold in the U.K. and reveals how the same cars sold overseas have additional security features that aren’t provided in Canada.
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Hidden cameras capture bank employees misleading customers, pushing products that help sales targets

Current and former employees from BMO, CIBC, RBC, Scotiabank and TD tell Marketplace about immense pressure to meet sales targets — pushing credit cards, mortgage insurance, mutual funds and other products — or risk losing their jobs. Marketplace hidden camera footage captures the big five breaking the law, says bank expert.
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Same car, same charge, different prices? EV drivers face inconsistent, unreliable charging network

Marketplace hit the road in an electric vehicle to see how well Canada’s public charging infrastructure is working for Canadians. The investigation found a range in pricing across providers, as well as poor reliability and maintenance at some stations.
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Does your makeup contain 'forever chemicals'?

As the federal government weighs whether to regulate so-called forever chemicals as toxic, CBC's Marketplace tested popular makeup brands for these chemicals and found measurable levels in three of four brands.
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Trying to avoid palm oil in the products you buy? It could be harder than you think

It’s not always possible for consumers to find out if palm oil, which has been linked to deforestation and other environmental abuses, is in their products, and current labelling laws do not require companies to disclose that information to consumers looking to avoid it.
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Marketplace investigates shrinkflation and reveals the sneaky ways companies cut costs, but not prices

With inflation at a 40-year high, CBC’s Marketplace looks at the ways companies are passing increased costs on to consumers.

No organ donations in N.L. so far this year, with program on hold due to staff shortage

Newfoundland and Labrador's organ donation program typically has half a dozen donations per year. But this year has been anything but typical.

These adventure cats bring joy to their owners — and social media followers

A growing number of so-called "adventure cats" are headed outdoors on leashes to explore the country with their intrepid owners.