My kids' summer schedule includes both fun and chores. We get the boring stuff done first.

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The author's kids tie-dyeing shirts.
The author's kids do chores before their fun summer activities.

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Sun, suits, and Speedos: I asked workers in London's financial district how they're beating Europe's punishing heat wave

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open air swimming pool in Canary Wharf
City workers are cooling off by indulging in a spot of open water swimming.

Georgia Hennessy

Canceled trains, early closures, and ice cream shortages: Photos show the impact of the European heat wave

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A woman uses an umbrella for shade outside the Louvre Museum during hot weather.
Several European countries experienced a record-breaking heat wave this week.

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Before air conditioning was common, people used blocks of ice and fire hydrants to stay cool

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A woman holds up a drink under an umbrella
Air conditioning didn't become common in American homes until the mid-20th century.

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I skip the crowds of Martha's Vineyard to visit a smaller seaside town near Boston. It's less expensive and just as beautiful.

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View of boats in water off of Rockport, Massachusetts
I've found that Rockport, Massachusetts, is more affordable to visit than Martha's Vineyard, and offers similar natural beauty.

Andrea E. McHugh

10 things to get rid of in your outdoor space, according to gardeners and designers

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white and cream lawn furniture and decor in someone's backyard
An outdoor space can be more enjoyable when it isn't cluttered.

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My kids go to day camp during our summer vacation. It gives me time to relax and have fun outside being a parent.

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The author's kids go to day camp during our summer vacation.

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I've been to all 50 states. These are my 7 favorite towns and cities to visit in the summer.

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Emily stands in front of
Chicago is one of my favorite US cities to visit in the summer.

Emily Hart

I ate 31 different Blizzards at Dairy Queen and ranked the flavors from worst to best

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Woman smiling, holding Dairy Queen Blizzard
I've spent the past few years trying every Blizzard I can find at Dairy Queen to see which ones are the best to order.

Savanna Swain-Wilson

I love hosting pool parties, but it's expensive. 1 rule keeps me from going broke over summer.

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A boy snacks on watermelon while floating in a pool.
The author is happy to host others at her pool, but she says always asks them to bring snacks to share.

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