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Northeastern’s Roux Institute announces 10 health care technology startups for second year-long accelerator program
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Northeastern’s Roux Institute announces 10 health care technology startups for second year-long accelerator program

10 health care technology startup companies have been selected for a year-long residency and mentorship program.
From Northeastern to Iraq, groundbreaking brigadier general now a leader of veterans services in Massachusetts

From Northeastern to Iraq, groundbreaking brigadier general now a leader of veterans services in Massachusetts

Andrea Gayle-Bennett was appointed deputy secretary of the state’s new Executive Office of Veterans Affairs by Gov. Maura Healey.
Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

Northeastern University announces speakers for global campus commencements, and college and school ceremonies

Miriam Warren, chief diversity officer at Yelp and board chair of the Yelp Foundation, will speak at the Oakland commencement ceremony.
Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Northeastern dean and distinguished professor join latest cohort of American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Professors Elizabeth Mynatt and Eduardo Sontag have been elected to the prestigious American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

When it comes to sustainability and environmental impact, this Northeastern Ph.D. grad is at the ‘forefront of innovation’

Parvatker’s research looks at new methods of evaluating the sustainability of different chemicals and chemical manufacturing techniques.

Israel-Hamas War

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praying with hands uplifted in front of a large crowd, also praying.

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

Iran launched a strike, deploying more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% which were intercepted by Israel and its allies.
How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

Engineering expert Qin Jim Chen says the mission presents several challenges, but none are insurmountable.
A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

“I think one topline finding that resonates with prior survey findings and some prior research is that there are both partisan and generational differences in attitudes towards Israel and Palestine,” David Lazer says.
Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

With tensions now flaring in the Middle East and in Europe, can the two crises snowball into one global war or are they contained?
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

The need to understand the horrors of the Holocaust and the role of fascism and antisemitism in the genocide has added weight this year.

World News

What time is it on the moon? We may soon know, thanks to NASA project

What time is it on the moon? We may soon know, thanks to NASA project

Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

Will the US ban the use of single-use plastics like England, India, Hong Kong and other countries?

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

Why Microsoft is opening an AI office in London and what its challenges will be

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Society & Culture

A Black soldier receives a full military funeral — 83 years after his death. Here is his story

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A Black soldier receives a full military funeral — 83 years after his death. Here is his story

Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

Northeastern researcher exposes child labor trafficking as a hidden crime after investigating 132 victims

We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

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We’re addicted to ‘true crime’ stories. This class investigates why

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Health

Drinking water in communities of color is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

Drinking water in communities of color is more likely to be contaminated by ‘forever chemicals,’ research finds

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

At hospital co-op, this Northeastern student is helping bridge the gap between neonatal care and research

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

Malaria and maternity wards: This Northeastern student balances medical research and hospital work during Ghana co-op

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Business

The FTC has banned non-compete agreements. What does that mean for workers, the economy and your paycheck?

The FTC has banned non-compete agreements. What does that mean for workers, the economy and your paycheck?

She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

She went from marketing exec and part-time singer to opening her own art studio — while leaning on her Northeastern MBA

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

Start Summit at Northeastern’s Portland campus focuses on inclusivity and welcoming new entrepreneurs to Maine

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Lifestyle

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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Law

Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction was overturned. But is a retrial really a good idea?

Harvey Weinstein’s New York rape conviction was overturned. But is a retrial really a good idea?

The FTC has banned non-compete agreements. What does that mean for workers, the economy and your paycheck?

The FTC has banned non-compete agreements. What does that mean for workers, the economy and your paycheck?

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

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Arts & Entertainment

Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

Award-winning student film serves as ‘homage’ to friendship and Northeastern’s graduating students

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

Does Hollywood have a pain problem? Researchers study Netflix and find that depictions of adolescent pain in TV and movies could be reinforcing stereotypes

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

From right swipe to writing: How this Northeastern professor wrote a book with a fellow entrepreneur she met on a dating app

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Science & Technology

The untold story of how two Northeastern professors analyzed moon rocks for NASA a half-century ago

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The untold story of how two Northeastern professors analyzed moon rocks for NASA a half-century ago

What time is it on the moon? We may soon know, thanks to NASA project

What time is it on the moon? We may soon know, thanks to NASA project

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

‘Right problem, wrong solution.’ TikTok raises legitimate privacy concerns, but ban may be the wrong geopolitical move, experts say

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Sports

This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

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This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

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