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President Aoun urges independent school leaders to follow Northeastern and integrate classroom and experiential learning in AI-driven world
Claire Goldsmith (left) and President Aoun (right) sitting in orange chairs on the same stage. Claire is speaking and gesturing with her hands.

President Aoun urges independent school leaders to follow Northeastern and integrate classroom and experiential learning in AI-driven world

President Joseph E. Aoun delivered his keynote speech to a crowd of over 1,500 at the Enrollment Management Association’s annual conference.
Constitution Day lecture dives into the muddy reality of free speech, public health and the First Amendment

Constitution Day lecture dives into the muddy reality of free speech, public health and the First Amendment

Constitution Day lecture dives into the muddy reality of free speech, public health and the First Amendment.
From PTSD to Parkinson’s, President Aoun and bestselling author discuss how music therapy is transforming modern medicine

From PTSD to Parkinson’s, President Aoun and bestselling author discuss how music therapy is transforming modern medicine

The Northeastern president and the bestselling author of “This is your Brain on Music” covered groundbreaking uses of music to treat illness.
On her free speech mission, this Northeastern student has turned a negative into inspiration

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

“I just want to be somewhere where I can have a seat at the table to create effective policy changes,” says senior Pratika Katiyar.
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

PORTLAND, Maine — Northeastern officially broke ground on a new permanent campus on the Portland waterfront Friday.

World News

First pagers, now walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon. Northeastern expert explains why the supply chain is an easy target in war

First pagers, now walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon. Northeastern expert explains why the supply chain is an easy target in war

What caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode? Northeastern wireless security expert explains what might have happened 

What caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode? Northeastern wireless security expert explains what might have happened 

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

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

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Society & Culture

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

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

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

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

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Health

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

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?

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

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Business

Fed cuts interest rates by 0.5%. Here’s why economists say we should be focused on the long-term plan

Fed cuts interest rates by 0.5%. Here’s why economists say we should be focused on the long-term plan

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

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

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

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Lifestyle

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

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

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

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

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 

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Law

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

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

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

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

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Arts & Entertainment

What happened to Aaron Hernandez? New series, experts examine NFL star’s troubled upbringing, CTE diagnosis

What happened to Aaron Hernandez? New series, experts examine NFL star’s troubled upbringing, CTE diagnosis

A Prince documentary has been buried in legal disputes. Northeastern entertainment law experts break down how fans could see it

A Prince documentary has been buried in legal disputes. Northeastern entertainment law experts break down how fans could see it

Netflix’s ‘Mr. McMahon’ signals the WWE’s ‘permanent severing’ of ties with Vince McMahon

Netflix’s ‘Mr. McMahon’ signals the WWE’s ‘permanent severing’ of ties with Vince McMahon

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Science & Technology

Breakthrough 3-D imaging to detect lung cancer early developed by Northeastern researcher

Breakthrough 3-D imaging to detect lung cancer early developed by Northeastern researcher

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

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

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.

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Sports

A desired destination for athletic transfers: How academics and co-op drove Jessie Hunt and other soccer stars to Northeastern

A desired destination for athletic transfers: How academics and co-op drove Jessie Hunt and other soccer stars to Northeastern

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

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

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

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Israel-Hamas War

First pagers, now walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon. Northeastern expert explains why the supply chain is an easy target in war
Ambulances with their lights on next to a crowd of people in Lebanon.

First pagers, now walkie-talkies explode in Lebanon. Northeastern expert explains why the supply chain is an easy target in war

A Northeastern supply chain and information management expert says this type of warfare has been a method of attack for decades.
What caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode? Northeastern wireless security expert explains what might have happened 

What caused pagers used by Hezbollah to explode? Northeastern wireless security expert explains what might have happened 

A Northeastern wireless security expert says the situation brings to light how cybersecurity breaches can quickly cause physical harm.
Will the international legal system ultimately hold those accountable for atrocities in the Russia-Ukraine, Hamas-Israel wars?

Will the international legal system ultimately hold those accountable for atrocities in the Russia-Ukraine, Hamas-Israel wars?

Experts hold out hope for robust accountability in Ukraine and Gaza. But prosecution for breaches of international law can take years.
Is there a movement afoot in Europe to recognize Palestinian statehood?

Is there a movement afoot in Europe to recognize Palestinian statehood?

Three members of the EU said that they would recognize an independent Palestinian state, a move that experts say puts pressure on Israel.
The ICC has requested arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. International legal scholar outlines possible next steps

The ICC has requested arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders. International legal scholar outlines possible next steps

A Northeastern international law scholar says it’s likely the international body will seek further charges against other military leaders.

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