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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

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Passengers board a Commuter Rail train. The Huntington News selected five New England spots for spring break.

Column: 5 last-minute New England spring break trips

Meghan Hirsch, news staff February 14, 2025

If you haven’t already started planning for spring break, chances are an exotic, tropical vacation is not in the cards for you this year. But please, do not despair. The beautiful New England region has much to offer, even for last-minute planners and broke college students.  Portland,...

Column: 6 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Boston

Column: 6 ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Boston

Lily Cooper, news staff February 12, 2025

Valentine’s Day: The only holiday that’s as divisive as a presidential election.  On one side, the smug happy couples celebrate their love with a romantic dinner, chocolates and flowers. On the other side, the singles watch bad rom-coms while they aggressively refresh...

Canned beans, eggplant and chickpeas from Trader Joe's.

Dorm Room Dining: Quick and easy Trader Joe’s pantry picks

Maya Quinlan and Emily Chung February 9, 2025

With one busy semester after the next, college students are constantly searching for quick, cost-effective meals that will keep them satisfied as they move between classes and club meetings. A popular choice among students for grocery shopping is Trader Joe’s, a chain known...

A Cold Stone Creamery employee prepares an order of ice cream. The employee threw and caught scoops of ice cream with two spatulas.

Column: Ice cream, you scream: 4 spots for the best frozen treats near campus

Caroline Baker Dimock, news staff February 6, 2025

We all scream for ice cream. Everyone’s favorite sweet treat is available all over Boston, so if you’re tired of the chocolate and vanilla soft serve and limited topping options at the dining hall, there are plenty of sweet spots off campus. Ben & Jerry’s – Taste:...

Column: Valentine’s Day: Straight from the heart or straight from your wallet?

Column: Valentine’s Day: Straight from the heart or straight from your wallet?

Sarah Pyrce, news staff February 3, 2025

As we transition into February, that inescapable day draws closer and closer. Whether you’re dreading it, excited for it or couldn’t care less, you simply cannot avoid the rampant commercialization of Valentine’s Day.  Your daily Dunkin’ run is flooded with ads for...

Customers wait in line outside Seaport's new PopUp Bagels store. The new location opened Jan. 10.

Column: PopUp Bagels have arrived in Seaport. Are they worth the wait?

Grace Phillips, news correspondent January 28, 2025

Blobs of parkas and puffer jackets — with frigid, blue-lipped faces above them — stand idly in single file, shuffling forward on occasion as if in a trance. Passersby gawk at the behavior, wondering what could have throngs of Bostonians trembling outside midwinter. One concerned...

Bostonians skate on the Boston Common frog pond. Hundreds showed up with friends and family to enjoy the winter tradition despite the gloomy weather.

Column: 6 activities to beat the Boston winter blues

Sarah Pyrce, news staff January 28, 2025

The anticipation and excitement of the holiday season may be over, but that doesn’t mean Northeastern students can’t continue to take advantage of Boston’s winter festivities. There are plenty of activities around the city that can help you beat the gloomy, frigid weather...

Column: SAG nominations revealed, big-name stars snubbed

Column: SAG nominations revealed, big-name stars snubbed

Jennie Koh, news correspondent January 27, 2025

Due to the raging wildfires overtaking Los Angeles, the live announcement of the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild, or SAG, Awards nominations, scheduled for Jan. 8, was canceled. The nominations were instead revealed on the SAG Awards website. Celebrating the outstanding performances...

Zendaya (left) and Demi Moore pose for a photo together at the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards. Aside from the award announcements, celebrities' glamorous red carpet looks sparked much conversation online. Photo courtesy Phil McCarten, CBS.

Column: The 82nd Golden Globe Awards spark a red-carpet conversation

Jenny Tran, news correspondent January 22, 2025

Kicking off the 2025 awards season, the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards blessed viewers with an impressive nominee list and many deserving wins, spreading across phenomenal cinematic wonders. In addition to “Shōgun”’s triple win, Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s...

Column: The 82nd Golden Globes return with success and surprises

Column: The 82nd Golden Globes return with success and surprises

Grant Richmond, news correspondent January 19, 2025

The 82nd Golden Globe Awards, hosted Jan. 5 by comedian Nikki Glaser, found success after its previous hosting missteps but still sparked controversy with shocking wins and snubs across many categories. Here’s a breakdown of some of the best moments from the star-studded night. Nikki...

The main entrance to the MFA. The museum announced it will be hosting its annual free MLK Day Open House with access to exhibits, scheduled tours and art-making activities.

Free admission: A guide to 3 free Boston arts experiences this MLK Day

Eleanor Hardy, news correspondent January 17, 2025

Martin Luther King Jr., or MLK, Day is Jan. 20, and with it comes opportunities for Boston residents to experience the arts through free immersive activities. From art-making to live performances honoring the Civil Rights Movement leader’s legacy, MLK Day opens the arts scene...

Maya Rudolph (left) and Andy Samberg star as Kamala Harris and Douglas Emhoff, respectively, in an SNL skit about the 2024 presidential election. The real Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance in another skit later in the season. Photo courtesy Will Heath, NBC.

Column: In its 50th season, an aging ‘SNL’ looks to Gen Z for relevance

Camryn Cunningham, news staff December 15, 2024

“Saturday Night Live” celebrated the start of its 50th season Sept. 28. Since the 1970s, the late night comedy broadcast has been a cornerstone of American culture. Though the show is aging, the writers have been eagerly targeting the content toward younger audiences effectively. Unsurprisingly,...