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1. The traditional lecture is dead.
By Rhett Allain in Wired
2. This is why a new surge in Afghanistan would be a terrible idea.
By Douglas Wissing in Politico Magazine
3. Ethical shopping is nearly impossible.
By Micaela Marini Higgs in Racked
4. For Millennials, elected office is replacing startup glory.
By Conor Sen in Bloomberg View
5. Having a family dog can improve the life of a kid with a disability. Here’s how.
By Michelle Klampe at Oregon State University
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