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

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

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

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

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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?

‘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?

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

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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

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’

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

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

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December 1, 2023

Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says

Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says

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How should TikTok have handled the Osama bin Laden letter?

How should TikTok have handled the Osama bin Laden letter?

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

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

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert
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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

December 1, 2023

Mainstream environmental nonprofits get the most philanthropic support, at the expense of diverse organizations, research says

Mainstream environmental nonprofits get the most philanthropic support, at the expense of diverse organizations, research says

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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?

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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?

by Cody Mello-Klein
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

Is Beyoncé’s Renaissance concert film a sign of things to come for movie theaters and the concert experience?

Is Beyoncé’s Renaissance concert film a sign of things to come for movie theaters and the concert experience?

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

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

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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

Why office-to-housing conversions are more complicated than they sound

Why office-to-housing conversions are more complicated than they sound

November 21, 2023
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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
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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
November 14, 2023

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

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

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

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Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

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Photos: Fall colors, Taylor Swift and lab experiments

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

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

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Where do accents come from? Linguist explains why we talk the way we talk

Where do accents come from? Linguist explains why we talk the way we talk

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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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Big point guard, big expectations: Luka Sakota aims to lead Northeastern men’s basketball into title contention

Big point guard, big expectations: Luka Sakota aims to lead Northeastern men’s basketball into title contention

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How flag football being included in the 2028 Olympics could transform the NFL

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Northeastern professor recognized for contributions in cybersecurity

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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

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

Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says

Why was it so hard to expel George Santos from Congress? Because the system is working as designed, legal expert says

What are the differences between American and British Parliamentary styles of debating? Northeastern students prepare for the global stage

What are the differences between American and British Parliamentary styles of debating? Northeastern students prepare for the global stage

Geneva is the hub of world politics and Northeastern students are there learning how negotiations happen on a global scale

Geneva is the hub of world politics and Northeastern students are there learning how negotiations happen on a global scale

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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

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’

Why Northeastern business and computer science majors take a sex and relationships class

Why Northeastern business and computer science majors take a sex and relationships class

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