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On her free speech mission, this Northeastern student has turned a negative into inspiration

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On her free speech mission, this Northeastern student has turned a negative into inspiration

by Cyrus Moulton
September 17, 2024

Emphasizing partnerships, Northeastern University breaks ground on a permanent campus in Portland, Maine

Emphasizing partnerships, Northeastern University breaks ground on a permanent campus in Portland, Maine

September 15, 2024

Writing course, designed by Northeastern professor, helps with isolation and anxiety. Now it’s being rolled out across the UK

Writing course, designed by Northeastern professor, helps with isolation and anxiety. Now it’s being rolled out across the UK

September 13, 2024
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What does Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris mean for the 2024 presidential race?

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What does Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris mean for the 2024 presidential race?

by Tanner Stening
September 12, 2024

Trump-Harris debate takeaways: Experts breakdown the handshake, body language and other moments

Trump-Harris debate takeaways: Experts breakdown the handshake, body language and other moments

September 11, 2024

Harris-Trump debate: Who came out on top? Hear what the experts had to say

Harris-Trump debate: Who came out on top? Hear what the experts had to say

September 10, 2024
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Why are medical providers still struggling to get paid seven months after the Change Healthcare’s cyberattack?

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Why are medical providers still struggling to get paid seven months after the Change Healthcare’s cyberattack?

by Cesareo Contreras
September 17, 2024

Building a space satellite isn’t cheap. These Northeastern students are researching ways to bring the cost way down.

Building a space satellite isn’t cheap. These Northeastern students are researching ways to bring the cost way down.

September 16, 2024

How do we protect workers’ rights in the age of AI? Give the workers AI, too, says computer scientist

How do we protect workers’ rights in the age of AI? Give the workers AI, too, says computer scientist

September 13, 2024
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Witches, fairies, vampires … Congress? Magic and politics mix in this graduate’s new fantasy thriller

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Witches, fairies, vampires … Congress? Magic and politics mix in this graduate’s new fantasy thriller

by Schuyler Velasco
September 17, 2024

Who is Yasuke, the real-life Black samurai at the center of the new video game ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’? A Japanese history expert explains

Who is Yasuke, the real-life Black samurai at the center of the new video game ‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’? A Japanese history expert explains

September 17, 2024

Can James Earl Jones’ triumph over stuttering inspire others?

Can James Earl Jones’ triumph over stuttering inspire others?

September 12, 2024
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Why are food prices still so high? What is price gouging — and why is it so complicated?

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Why are food prices still so high? What is price gouging — and why is it so complicated?

by Tanner Stening
August 29, 2024

From Wendy’s to Popeyes and Five Guys, experts explain why US fast food chains are making a comeback in the UK

From Wendy’s to Popeyes and Five Guys, experts explain why US fast food chains are making a comeback in the UK

August 28, 2024

Weak jobs report sends stocks tumbling, but what’s really happening in the labor market?

Weak jobs report sends stocks tumbling, but what’s really happening in the labor market?

August 6, 2024
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Should Tua Tagovailoa keep playing after his third concussion? A brain researcher discusses the risks

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Should Tua Tagovailoa keep playing after his third concussion? A brain researcher discusses the risks

by Ian Thomsen
September 13, 2024

Has the avian flu been spread by human contact? Are we on the brink of another epidemic?

Has the avian flu been spread by human contact? Are we on the brink of another epidemic?

September 11, 2024

Nearly one in four Americans know someone addicted to opioids, Northeastern-led research says

Nearly one in four Americans know someone addicted to opioids, Northeastern-led research says

September 10, 2024
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Is the ‘lung float test’ accurate? Northeastern law professor is leading an effort to discredit ‘bad science’

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Is the ‘lung float test’ accurate? Northeastern law professor is leading an effort to discredit ‘bad science’

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert
September 13, 2024

What is civil asset forfeiture, the unlikely topic at the center of Netflix’s new action movie ‘Rebel Ridge’? Expert explains the reality behind the hit movie

What is civil asset forfeiture, the unlikely topic at the center of Netflix’s new action movie ‘Rebel Ridge’? Expert explains the reality behind the hit movie

September 12, 2024

Can Jools Lebron still trademark ‘Very Demure, Very Mindful’? Legal expert explains her options

Can Jools Lebron still trademark ‘Very Demure, Very Mindful’? Legal expert explains her options

August 27, 2024
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How AshaPops, founded by a Northeastern grad and his mom, are revolutionizing snacks with popped water lily seeds

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How AshaPops, founded by a Northeastern grad and his mom, are revolutionizing snacks with popped water lily seeds

by Erin Kayata
August 6, 2024

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

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

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
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Northeastern students spend ‘life-changing’ two weeks working at a camp for people with disabilities, thanks to a professor’s connection

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Northeastern students spend ‘life-changing’ two weeks working at a camp for people with disabilities, thanks to a professor’s connection

by Erin Kayata
September 17, 2024

As Jimmy Carter nears 100th birthday, Mike Dukakis reflects on the former president’s legacy and leadership

As Jimmy Carter nears 100th birthday, Mike Dukakis reflects on the former president’s legacy and leadership

September 16, 2024

Does your partner lie about what they are spending? Research examines how financial infidelity can harm a relationship

Does your partner lie about what they are spending? Research examines how financial infidelity can harm a relationship

September 13, 2024
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New coach Jeremy Bonomo looks to transform Northeastern men’s soccer into a defensive powerhouse

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New coach Jeremy Bonomo looks to transform Northeastern men’s soccer into a defensive powerhouse

by Ian Thomsen
September 17, 2024

Should Tua Tagovailoa keep playing after his third concussion? A brain researcher discusses the risks

Should Tua Tagovailoa keep playing after his third concussion? A brain researcher discusses the risks

September 13, 2024

This Northeastern grad taught himself weightlifting and is now competing internationally

This Northeastern grad taught himself weightlifting and is now competing internationally

September 10, 2024

Northeastern’s 2024 Oakland convocation helps kick off 2024-25 academic year

Words of wisdom and encouragement, musical acts and lots of dancing helped kick off the academic year on Holmgren Meadow on Northeastern’s campus in Oakland, California.

by Jorgy Cruz

September 11, 2024

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