Research is mixed about whether children lose learning during summer break.
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Abel J. Koury, The Ohio State University
 
While many studies and news articles say children lose academically over the summer break, a researcher says the worries are exaggerated. 
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Staying hydrated is key to avoiding heat stroke and other heat-related health problems.
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Gabriel Neal, Texas A&M University 
 
As the nation braces for a dangerous heat wave this weekend, a physician offers some tips for staying cool – and reminds us to watch out for older neighbors and friends. 
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The PSA star, deployed in the wild.
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Wendy Melillo, American University School of Communication
 
The iconic advertising campaign originated as a way to protect the nation from its WWII enemies. Today, critics are asking if it's causing harm as well as good. 
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John A. Heitmann, University of Dayton
 
When the Beetle was first introduced, Americans had never seen anything like it. Among art car enthusiasts, it became the ideal canvas for self-expression. 
 
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Merritt McAlister, University of Florida
 
Former US Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens passed away on July 16. One of his former law clerks recalls her most memorable assignment. 
 
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Mathew Schmalz, College of the Holy Cross
 
Scripture strongly and unequivocally affirms the obligation to treat strangers with dignity and hospitality, says a Christian scholar who turns to the Bible for guidance on Trump's immigration policy. 
 
 
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