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From banned to back again: The political tug-of-war over TikTok

From banned to back again: The political tug-of-war over TikTok

Janira Skrbkova, news staff February 7, 2025

More than 170 million American users were impacted when the popular platform TikTok went dark Jan. 18. Questions surrounding data breaches on the application date six years back, and the integrity of TikTok is still up for debate today.  In fall of 2019, U.S. government officials...

Retro Review: On its 30th anniversary, ‘Se7en’ restores faith in the inhumane

Retro Review: On its 30th anniversary, ‘Se7en’ restores faith in the inhumane

Meagan Ellis, news correspondent February 6, 2025

The heart of a good thriller is in the genre’s name itself. It’s that sense of excitement complemented by a tinge of fear and anticipation for what is yet to come that leaves its audience gripping their seats. In director David Fincher’s “Seven” (1995, stylized as “Se7en”),...

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

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:...

Brandon Wilson (left) and Ethan Herisse star in "Nickel Boys." The film was based on Colson Whitehead's novel "The Nickel Boys." Photo courtesy Amazon Content Services LLC.

Review: ‘Nickel Boys’ reaffirms subjective storytelling’s political power

Jake Guldin, news staff February 3, 2025

An aging Elwood Curtis (Daveed Diggs) jumps between browser tabs in his New York apartment, poring over news articles about Nickel Academy, a reform school he attended: Human remains, those of Black students, have been unearthed on the premises.  Images of unmarked graves...

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...

The audience cheers as Tom flings his hair. After every song, a soundbite of the classic email notification, “You’ve got mail!” would play.

Tom The Mail Man delivers high-energy set at the Sonia

Elizabeth Scholl, deputy photo editor January 31, 2025

A cold, rainy night in Cambridge didn’t stop fans from lining up to see Tom The Mail Man Jan. 18 for his “Romance & Pandemonium” tour. Tom The Mail Man, a hip-hop, punk and indie artist, recently released his newest album, “Romance & Pandemonium,” and traveled...

Britt Stewart (left) and Alan Bersten perform for the audience. The opening dance featured flashy orange costumes with sequins.

Review: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ cast lights up Boston with live show

Chloe Craft, news staff January 30, 2025

Sequins, sparkles and salsa dancing lit up the Boch Center’s Wang Theatre as the cast of the reality TV competition “Dancing with the Stars” took the stage Jan. 17, the third stop on its nationwide live tour.  “Dancing with the Stars: Live!” brought the magic of...

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...

Lovestruck Books decorates its exterior with pink, white and magenta balloons. Alongside books, the store set out candy and hosted multiple raffles throughout their opening weekend.

Lovestruck Books has heartwarming grand opening in Harvard Square

Eleanor Hardy, news staff January 27, 2025

Lovestruck Books, Boston’s first brick-and-mortar romance bookstore, opened its doors for three all-day celebrations over Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend. It officially opened in December 2024 at 44 Brattle St. in Cambridge. The opening festivities Jan. 17 featured a...

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...