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A whistle-blower, a criminal or both The New York Times: Many people have had an opinion about the recent disclosure of National Security Agency surveillance information by Edward Snowden. Jonathan Adler, the Johan Verheij Memorial Professor of Law, penned an article that said prosecuting Snowden…

Music of Tin Pan Alley Inside Higher Ed: The emergence of iTunes and other media outlets has allowed consumers to purchase individual songs as opposed to an album or record. Daniel Goldmark, associate professor of musicology, discussed Tin Pan Alley and how the idea of buying music by the song…

In Performance: “Caucasian Chalk Circle” The New York Times: Elizabeth A. Davis (GRS ’06), known for her work on several Off-Broadway productions and for her role in the stage musical version of Once, sang “Shoes of Gold” in an excerpt from the production of Brecht’s Caucasian Chalk Circle.

Cleveland cancer researchers host policy forum on genomics and cancer treatment The Plain Dealer: Stanton Gerson, the Asa & Patricia Shiverick and Jane Shiverick (Tripp) Professor of Hematological Oncology, talks about the policy forum held at Case Western Reserve University, some of the…

Facts about yawning: why we do it, why it's contagious and more The Huffington Post: The reason for yawning is still unknown, although many theories exist. Michael Decker, associate professor of nursing, said yawning doesn’t reflect a lack of oxygen, but that this theory does hold some validity.

Aftermath of an insanity verdict Chicago Tribune: Phillip Resnick, professor of psychiatry, discussed the success—or lack thereof—of the insanity defense. “The defense, raised in about 1 percent of felonies nationwide, is successful just 15 to 25 percent of the time,” he said. “Most acquitted by…

Depression common in those with PTSD, study finds U.S. News and World Report: According to a new study, more than half the people with post-traumatic stress disorder also suffer from depression. "If individuals do not get a comprehensive assessment of what's bothering them, one or the other can be…

Peanuts, honey and more surprising tricks for a knockout smile iVillage: Looking to improve your smile? One tip is to add more dairy to your diet. “The calcium in dairy nourishes and strengthens your gums, just like it does your bones,” explained Jeffrey Gross, associate clinical professor at the…

Kanye too ‘squeamish’ to watch Kim give birth—is that weird? New York Magazine: John Kennel, professor emeritus of pediatrics, has performed research that suggests Kanye West’s “squeamishness” and absence from the delivery room may benefit Kim Kardashian during labor. He found women in labor, with…

Somali torture victim: Ohio court hearing a relief Associated Press: Michael Scharf, associate dean for global legal studies, weighs in on the importance of a Somali torture case, even though the victim will never see any money from the defendant who is living out of the reach of U.S. courts, in…