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Is gig work compatible with employment status? Study finds reclassification benefits both workers and platforms

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Is gig work compatible with employment status? Study finds reclassification benefits both workers and platforms

by Tanner Stening
May 17, 2024

Photos: Historic homecoming, tulips and sunshine

Photos: Historic homecoming, tulips and sunshine

May 17, 2024

Northeastern’s Cassandra McKenzie recognized by city of Boston as ‘trailblazer’ for women in construction

Northeastern’s Cassandra McKenzie recognized by city of Boston as ‘trailblazer’ for women in construction

May 16, 2024
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How does the US know that forced labor is happening in China? A Northeastern supply chain expert weighs in

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How does the US know that forced labor is happening in China? A Northeastern supply chain expert weighs in

by Alena Kuzub
May 16, 2024

Election 2024: New, easy-to-read poll tracker plots changes within pollsters

Election 2024: New, easy-to-read poll tracker plots changes within pollsters

May 15, 2024

One-third of bridges in the United States need fixing. Here’s how to do that without wreaking havoc on supply chains and commuters

One-third of bridges in the United States need fixing. Here’s how to do that without wreaking havoc on supply chains and commuters

May 15, 2024
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A biological trigger of early puberty is uncovered by Northeastern scientists

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A biological trigger of early puberty is uncovered by Northeastern scientists

by Alena Kuzub
May 17, 2024

Will robotaxis ever go mainstream? Self-driving companies have made advancements, but technology is still lacking, expert says

Will robotaxis ever go mainstream? Self-driving companies have made advancements, but technology is still lacking, expert says

May 16, 2024

What is ‘marine snow’? And how do microplastics slow the rate at which carbon is pulled from the sea surface to the depths?

What is ‘marine snow’? And how do microplastics slow the rate at which carbon is pulled from the sea surface to the depths?

May 16, 2024
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JFK was inspired by Camelot. Now this professor thinks we need fantasy once again to protect us in an AI age

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JFK was inspired by Camelot. Now this professor thinks we need fantasy once again to protect us in an AI age

by Patrick Daly
May 17, 2024

There’s a new biopic of Amy Winehouse. Does ‘Back to Black’ capture the nuances of addiction?

There’s a new biopic of Amy Winehouse. Does ‘Back to Black’ capture the nuances of addiction?

May 16, 2024

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

May 9, 2024
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Roaring Kitty and Warren Buffett — market or stock influencers?

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Roaring Kitty and Warren Buffett — market or stock influencers?

by Cyrus Moulton
May 17, 2024

CPI report shows inflation eased in April, but consumer prices still rose 3.4% from a year ago

CPI report shows inflation eased in April, but consumer prices still rose 3.4% from a year ago

May 15, 2024

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

May 7, 2024
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What are the risks involved with donating a kidney? A transplant expert explains why pig organs may be the only option for some

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What are the risks involved with donating a kidney? A transplant expert explains why pig organs may be the only option for some

by Cesareo Contreras
May 15, 2024

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

May 10, 2024

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

May 10, 2024
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What is a constitutional crisis? Is the US currently in one?

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

by Tanner Stening
May 7, 2024

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?

April 25, 2024

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?

April 25, 2024
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Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

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

by Cyrus Moulton
March 15, 2024

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

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

July 13, 2023

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
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What’s in a name? A linguistics expert explains why some baby names dominate the charts year after year

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What’s in a name? A linguistics expert explains why some baby names dominate the charts year after year

by Erin Kayata
May 14, 2024

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

May 8, 2024

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

May 7, 2024
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Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

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

by Ian Thomsen
April 12, 2024

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?

April 4, 2024

Federal sports betting bill is introduced with assist from Northeastern’s Public Health Advocacy Institute

Federal sports betting bill is introduced with assist from Northeastern’s Public Health Advocacy Institute

March 19, 2024

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by Matthew Modoono

May 5, 2024

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Graduate commencement speaker Sethuraman Panchanathan dances with students during the ceremony at Fenway Park. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

Graduate commencement speaker Sethuraman Panchanathan dances with students during the ceremony at Fenway Park. Photo by Matthew Modoono/Northeastern University

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Is gig work compatible with employment status? Study finds reclassification benefits both workers and platforms

Is gig work compatible with employment status? Study finds reclassification benefits both workers and platforms

A biological trigger of early puberty is uncovered by Northeastern scientists

A biological trigger of early puberty is uncovered by Northeastern scientists

JFK was inspired by Camelot. Now this professor thinks we need fantasy once again to protect us in an AI age

JFK was inspired by Camelot. Now this professor thinks we need fantasy once again to protect us in an AI age

How does the US know that forced labor is happening in China? A Northeastern supply chain expert weighs in

How does the US know that forced labor is happening in China? A Northeastern supply chain expert weighs in

Will robotaxis ever go mainstream? Self-driving companies have made advancements, but technology is still lacking, expert says

Will robotaxis ever go mainstream? Self-driving companies have made advancements, but technology is still lacking, expert says

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Legendary Northeastern hockey goalie has Boston three wins away from inaugural PWHL title

Legendary Northeastern hockey goalie has Boston three wins away from inaugural PWHL title

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

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

Northeastern’s Cassandra McKenzie recognized by city of Boston as ‘trailblazer’ for women in construction

Northeastern’s Cassandra McKenzie recognized by city of Boston as ‘trailblazer’ for women in construction

More researchers needed to rid the internet of harmful material, UK communications boss says at Northeastern conference

More researchers needed to rid the internet of harmful material, UK communications boss says at Northeastern conference

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