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Column: Red carpet hits and misses at the 2026 Met Gala

Column: Red carpet hits and misses at the 2026 Met Gala

Jenny Tran, news staff June 9, 2026

There were corsets, there was tulle — and there were certainly conversation-starting costumes at the 2026 Met Gala’s red carpet. On May 4, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, or the Met, hosted the Costume Institute’s annual fundraising gala, where invited guests celebrated...

A collection of plated St. Patrick’s Day recipes sit on a table. The holiday called for green food coloring and Lucky Charms cereal to be incorporated into desserts. Emily Chung

Hunt Chews: Lucky recipes to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Emily Chung, news staff March 15, 2026

Before coming to Boston for college, the most festive thing I ever did for St. Patrick’s Day was wear a green t-shirt. But in this city, the holiday takes on a much larger significance than in suburban Pennsylvania.  Every March, Northeastern students join a crowd of up...

The exterior of The Metropolitan Museum of Art Nov. 23, 2025. The Met Gala theme, "Costume Art," was announced Nov. 17, 2025.

Column: What to expect for the 2026 Met Gala, ‘Costume Art’

Jenny Tran, deputy lifestyle editor January 11, 2026

A costume party theme directing attendees to “dress like art” doesn’t easily evoke a color scheme, particular fabric texture or article of clothing — it’s confusing. What does that even mean? The Metropolitan Museum of Art, or the Met, announced Nov. 17 the Costume...

Gingerbread cheesecake cookies (left), matcha shortbread checkerboard cookies and peppermint mocha cookies (right) in a triptych. According to a survey conducted by King Arthur Baking Company, 59% of bakers make four or more different cookie types every year. Photos by Emily Chung. Graphic by Margot Murphy.

Cooking column: Cookies to bake beyond the holiday season

Emily Chung, news staff January 4, 2026

The holiday season is the one time a year where it is socially acceptable to eat cookies for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. When the semester is over, I finally have free time, an empty kitchen and the urge to whip up an excessive amount of treats. Why stop indulging in...

Column: Can AI be your friend?

Column: Can AI be your friend?

Sabrina Lopez, news correspondent December 31, 2025

The loneliness epidemic is real, with the World Health Organization labeling it a “priority public health problem.” Making friends requires time and effort; it usually takes over 50 hours to become casual friends with someone and over 200 hours to form close friendships....

Groups of students study for their upcoming finals in Snell Library Dec. 3. In the midst of finals, students relied on Boston’s holiday spirit, end-of-semester activities and the upcoming winter break to stay motivated.

Column: 6 ways to decompress during finals season

Evelynn Lin, news staff December 12, 2025

The weeks following Thanksgiving break always sneak up quickly and are some of the most stressful times of the school year. On-campus study spots and cafes fill with students preparing for the onslaught of exams, final papers and projects, while sleep deprivation, chaos and worry...

A graphic featuring the SoWa Art Galleries banner (left), Harvard Art Museums entrance and Copley Society of Art banner (right). Boston hosted an array of galleries across the city from Back Bay to Dorchester.

Column: 4 art galleries to visit around Boston for free

Sabrina Lopez, news correspondent December 10, 2025

The beauty of Boston isn’t limited to its scenery and historical architecture. The city boasts art galleries that can provide the perfect break from your studies or a charming hangout spot with friends. Here’s a list of galleries you can visit for free. Boston University...

A graphic featuring the Publico Street Bistro and Garden (left), Pauli’s and Alfredo’s Italian Kitchen (right), chicken Caesar salad wraps. Multiple restaurants and shops in Boston offer the wrap for customers for a quick and easy lunch option. Graphic by Margot Murphy. Photos by Diamond Waters.

Column: The 5 best chicken Caesar wraps in Boston

Diamond Waters, news correspondent December 7, 2025

While the Caesar salad is a staple and customer favorite on menus worldwide, it has recently emerged in a new vessel: the wrap. The wrap has quickly become known as the more convenient way to eat your greens, eliminating the struggles of tossing a salad.  There is nothing...

Column: The tween market has collapsed. What took its place?

Column: The tween market has collapsed. What took its place?

Janira Skrbkova, lifestyle editor December 3, 2025

The kids are not alright. The ages between 8 and 12 used to constitute cheetah print, reversible sequins and “Good Luck Charlie.” Now, Justice clothing only retails in Walmart or online, and Disney Channel viewership has declined from 2 million in 2014 to 132,000 in 2023.  Whatever...