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What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

Microplastics from the ocean in the lab.

What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

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They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

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Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

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Hundreds gather on Boston campus to celebrate the holiday season at annual Joy and Light interfaith event

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East Oakland high school students learn about sustainable urban design during visit to Northeastern campus

East Oakland high school students learn about sustainable urban design during visit to Northeastern campus

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Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

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Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

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Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

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Do boycotts against McDonalds and Starbucks work? They can, just not for the reason you might think

Do boycotts against McDonalds and Starbucks work? They can, just not for the reason you might think

December 5, 2023

Sandra Day O’Connor, first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, remembered as ‘independent thinker’ who often disappointed conservatives

Sandra Day O’Connor, first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, remembered as ‘independent thinker’ who often disappointed conservatives

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What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

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What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

by Cyrus Moulton
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The short-term rain forecast system is broken. Can AI do a better job of predicting deadly floods?

The short-term rain forecast system is broken. Can AI do a better job of predicting deadly floods?

December 4, 2023

Military AI: New book anticipates a world of ‘killer robots’ — and the need to regulate them

Military AI: New book anticipates a world of ‘killer robots’ — and the need to regulate them

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Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand and Cher: Why older women are in the spotlight like never before

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Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand and Cher: Why older women are in the spotlight like never before

by Erin Kayata
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‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ is on the horizon, but will it change the incredible (and problematic) legacy of one of gaming’s biggest series?

‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ is on the horizon, but will it change the incredible (and problematic) legacy of one of gaming’s biggest series?

December 4, 2023

A Swiftie’s ‘Wildest Dreams’ come true: Northeastern is offering a course on Taylor Swift

A Swiftie’s ‘Wildest Dreams’ come true: Northeastern is offering a course on Taylor Swift

November 30, 2023
Business

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Do boycotts against McDonalds and Starbucks work? They can, just not for the reason you might think

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Do boycotts against McDonalds and Starbucks work? They can, just not for the reason you might think

by Cody Mello-Klein
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There’s an app in the works for that: Northeastern student developing program to connect researchers and study participants

There’s an app in the works for that: Northeastern student developing program to connect researchers and study participants

December 1, 2023

They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

November 30, 2023
Health

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What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?

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What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?

by Erin Kayata
December 1, 2023

Insecticide exposure linked to lower sperm count in adult males, Northeastern researcher finds

Insecticide exposure linked to lower sperm count in adult males, Northeastern researcher finds

November 27, 2023

What is the winter forecast for COVID-19? And should we expect a ‘tripledemic’ of COVID, flu and RSV?

What is the winter forecast for COVID-19? And should we expect a ‘tripledemic’ of COVID, flu and RSV?

November 21, 2023
Law

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What does this $1.8 billion real estate lawsuit mean for homebuyers and sellers?

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What does this $1.8 billion real estate lawsuit mean for homebuyers and sellers?

by Erin Kayata
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Why Meta could struggle to defend itself against 41 states (and D.C.) suing over Facebook, Instagram’s alleged harm to kids

Why Meta could struggle to defend itself against 41 states (and D.C.) suing over Facebook, Instagram’s alleged harm to kids

October 30, 2023

Biden’s executive order on AI brings awareness to emerging technology but lacks ‘teeth’ to make major impact, Northeastern expert says

Biden’s executive order on AI brings awareness to emerging technology but lacks ‘teeth’ to make major impact, Northeastern expert says

October 30, 2023
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Nike Dunks, Air Jordans, Yeezy slides: Huskick’s club is all about sneakers

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Nike Dunks, Air Jordans, Yeezy slides: Huskick’s club is all about sneakers

by Mark Conti
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Video: The story and science behind Rupee Beer, a lager designed to be paired with Indian food

Video: The story and science behind Rupee Beer, a lager designed to be paired with Indian food

July 13, 2023

How to maximize your child’s school vacation while beating the summer slide

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Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand and Cher: Why older women are in the spotlight like never before

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Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

December 1, 2023

Why do most women still take their husband’s last name when getting married?

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November 30, 2023
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This is the wild, tragic real life story behind Zac Efron’s new wrestling movie, ‘The Iron Claw’

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This is the wild, tragic real life story behind Zac Efron’s new wrestling movie, ‘The Iron Claw’

by Cody Mello-Klein
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How flag football being included in the 2028 Olympics could transform the NFL

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What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

What happens when sunlight breaks down plastics in the ocean? Potentially harmful chemical byproducts are left behind, research finds

They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

They’ve founded successful companies, now they’re shaping entrepreneurs at Northeastern’s Oakland campus to ‘make this world better’

‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ is on the horizon, but will it change the incredible (and problematic) legacy of one of gaming’s biggest series?

‘Grand Theft Auto 6’ is on the horizon, but will it change the incredible (and problematic) legacy of one of gaming’s biggest series?

There’s an app in the works for that: Northeastern student developing program to connect researchers and study participants

There’s an app in the works for that: Northeastern student developing program to connect researchers and study participants

Northeastern professor tells international group that public policy on plastics is ‘absolutely critical’

Northeastern professor tells international group that public policy on plastics is ‘absolutely critical’

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Hundreds gather on Boston campus to celebrate the holiday season at annual Joy and Light interfaith event

Hundreds gather on Boston campus to celebrate the holiday season at annual Joy and Light interfaith event

Northeastern grad helps breathe new life into family’s Rhode Island vineyard

Northeastern grad helps breathe new life into family’s Rhode Island vineyard

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

Texas attacks add to record-setting year for US mass shootings

Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand and Cher: Why older women are in the spotlight like never before

Dolly Parton, Barbra Streisand and Cher: Why older women are in the spotlight like never before