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Northeastern’s Vancouver campus celebrates lifelong learning and opportunity to thrive during convocation
Student speaking at the podium in front of a microphone at the 2024 Vancouver Convocation.

Northeastern’s Vancouver campus celebrates lifelong learning and opportunity to thrive during convocation

Student speaker Runze “Ricky” Zhu and British Columbia Minister of Jobs Brenda Bailey addressed about 220 graduates on Saturday.
‘Double Husky’ John Lam is retiring from Boston Ballet. He’ll be busier than ever

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‘Double Husky’ John Lam is retiring from Boston Ballet. He’ll be busier than ever

The 20-year ballet veteran has balanced fatherhood, college and the grueling demands of life as an elite professional dancer.
Photos: Commencement celebrations, mortarboards and springtime flowers

Photos: Commencement celebrations, mortarboards and springtime flowers

Commencement ceremonies took place across Northeastern's global campuses.
Three cheers for husband, wife — and their 5-year-old daughter — at Northeastern’s Seattle commencement

Three cheers for husband, wife — and their 5-year-old daughter — at Northeastern’s Seattle commencement

When Qingzhao Li and Wen Min came to Northeastern’s Seattle campus from China to switch careers together, their toddler came with them.
Henry Nasella, former chair of Northeastern Board of Trustees, remembered as ‘wonderful person’ whose contributions are ‘deep and lasting’

Henry Nasella, former chair of Northeastern Board of Trustees, remembered as ‘wonderful person’ whose contributions are ‘deep and lasting’

A successful entrepreneur, board chair from 2007 to 2012, and a driving force behind Women Who Empower, Nasella passed away at age 77.

Israel-Hamas War

Pro-Palestinian posts significantly outnumbered pro-Israeli posts on TikTok, new Northeastern research shows
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Pro-Palestinian posts significantly outnumbered pro-Israeli posts on TikTok, new Northeastern research shows

Pro-Palestinian posts to TikTok significantly outnumber pro-Israeli posts and follow a very different pattern, new research reveals.
Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

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?

World News

Pro-Palestinian posts significantly outnumbered pro-Israeli posts on TikTok, new Northeastern research shows

Pro-Palestinian posts significantly outnumbered pro-Israeli posts on TikTok, new Northeastern research shows

Why Sadiq Khan, the man Donald Trump dubbed a ‘stone cold loser’, was able to make history in London

Why Sadiq Khan, the man Donald Trump dubbed a ‘stone cold loser’, was able to make history in London

 New Hampshire legislators pass bill to ban child marriage. Changing US immigration laws should be next, expert says 

 New Hampshire legislators pass bill to ban child marriage. Changing US immigration laws should be next, expert says 

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Society & Culture

‘Challengers’ is where tennis meets love. But what happens in real life if you date someone in your field?

‘Challengers’ is where tennis meets love. But what happens in real life if you date someone in your field?

Fascism of the past still casts a shadow on Italy’s politics and anti-immigration rhetoric, Northeastern researcher says

Fascism of the past still casts a shadow on Italy’s politics and anti-immigration rhetoric, Northeastern researcher says

Netflix’s ‘Baby Reindeer’ shows how some stalking victims might not recognize or report the crime right away

Netflix’s ‘Baby Reindeer’ shows how some stalking victims might not recognize or report the crime right away

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Health

Ticks carry more than Lyme disease. Here’s what you need to know about babesiosis and Powassan

Ticks carry more than Lyme disease. Here’s what you need to know about babesiosis and Powassan

Yoga shows ‘most improvement’ in restoring brain health in long-term cancer survivors, Northeastern researcher says

Yoga shows ‘most improvement’ in restoring brain health in long-term cancer survivors, Northeastern researcher says

Can pickleball, tennis and other racquet sports really help you live longer?

Can pickleball, tennis and other racquet sports really help you live longer?

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Business

Tesla fires team expanding Supercharger network. Expert explains why it was a good move for Elon Musk — and consumers

Tesla fires team expanding Supercharger network. Expert explains why it was a good move for Elon Musk — and consumers

Why the days of ultra-low interest rates are likely over, expert explains

Why the days of ultra-low interest rates are likely over, expert explains

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

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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

What is a constitutional crisis? Is the US currently in one?

What is a constitutional crisis? Is the US currently in one?

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?

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Arts & Entertainment

‘Double Husky’ John Lam is retiring from Boston Ballet. He’ll be busier than ever

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‘Double Husky’ John Lam is retiring from Boston Ballet. He’ll be busier than ever

Jerry Seinfeld’s new Netflix movie ‘Unfrosted’ imagines how the Pop-Tart came to be. Here’s the real story

Jerry Seinfeld’s new Netflix movie ‘Unfrosted’ imagines how the Pop-Tart came to be. Here’s the real story

‘Challengers’ is where tennis meets love. But what happens in real life if you date someone in your field?

‘Challengers’ is where tennis meets love. But what happens in real life if you date someone in your field?

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Science & Technology

Our brains trick us into thinking consciousness can reside outside the body, new Northeastern research proves

Our brains trick us into thinking consciousness can reside outside the body, new Northeastern research proves

Tesla fires team expanding Supercharger network. Expert explains why it was a good move for Elon Musk — and consumers

Tesla fires team expanding Supercharger network. Expert explains why it was a good move for Elon Musk — and consumers

How the man behind the UK’s answer to Silicon Valley found a home at Northeastern’s London startup hub

How the man behind the UK’s answer to Silicon Valley found a home at Northeastern’s London startup hub

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Sports

Can pickleball, tennis and other racquet sports really help you live longer?

Can pickleball, tennis and other racquet sports really help you live longer?

From TD Garden to Fenway Park, graduate student speaker Megan Carter is a hockey and academic star

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From TD Garden to Fenway Park, graduate student speaker Megan Carter is a hockey and academic star

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

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