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Robert Pattinson plays one of the lead roles in 'The Devil All the Time.'

Review: Religious hypocrisy lives on in ‘The Devil All the Time’

Luiza Loyo, news correspondent September 24, 2020

“The Devil All the Time,” Director Antonio Campos’ new movie based on the novel, is a tale of delusion and faith gone too far. Whether you think social commentary on religious fanaticism is overdone or not, Campos will find a gruesome way to shove it in your face again....

Kip Clark sitting with his 'free listening' sign.

Somerville man offers ‘free listening’ for all in Cambridge

Hayleigh Evans, news correspondent September 24, 2020

Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge is a hub of constant activity. As commuters, college students and runners rush by, 26 year-old Kip Clark sits amid it all with a sign that reads “Free Listening.” From March to October for the past two years, Clark has spent two hours a...

The final product of the chocolate lava cake that was baked in this article.

Column: The great Baron baking show, chocolate lava cake edition

Jordan Baron, news staff September 22, 2020

What’s up guys, it’s Jordan, the City Editor of the Huntington News.  While some of you may know me as a sports guy or a city reporter, what some of you don’t know is that, for the last two weeks, I’ve been an avid baker.  It all started one morning in my new...

A first-year student's bedroom in the Midtown Hotel.

Column: The do’s and don’ts of hotel living

Clara McCourt, news correspondent September 21, 2020

Like many Northeastern freshmen, I was placed into housing at the Midtown Hotel this year. Upon learning of my brand new housing situation, I immediately pictured a magnificent lobby, bell-boys in little red hats pushing room service trays, ice machines and luxurious swimming...

Taylor Swift releases her new album "Folklore".

Review: ‘Folklore’ by Taylor Swift

Ingrid Angulo, deputy lifestyle editor August 26, 2020

“Folklore” came as Taylor Swift’s biggest surprise yet. Announced merely hours ahead of its arrival, with co-writer credits from The National’s Aaron Dessner, fans had little time to speculate on what this new era of Swift could mean – but they still took to Twitter...

Many people have taken to baking as a hobby during quarantine.

Column: What your quarantine obsession says about you

Sarah Olender, lifestyle editor August 23, 2020

Time is really weird right now. On one hand, it seems like it was just yesterday we were mourning Kobe Bryant’s death, flying back to campus from spring break and celebrating Northeastern Women’s hockey team winning the Hockey East tournament. On the other hand, all of that...

Featured is a picture of Zendaya, the omniscient narrator and one of the seven main characters, in "Euphoria".

How ‘Euphoria’ comments on Generation Z and society today

Jonas D. Ruzek, news correspondent August 7, 2020

Last Tuesday, July 28, HBO’s “Euphoria,” was nominated for six Emmy Awards, exciting its fanbase attracted to the eloquence and haunting charm of its social commentary.  The title itself is ironic because the work teasingly dangles a sense of euphoria before the audience....

Column: Black-owned restaurants to support near campus

Matt Yan, news staff June 30, 2020

Graphic by: Avery Bleichfeld As Black Lives Matter protests continue in Boston and across the nation, it is important to support the movement on all fronts. Buying from black-owned local businesses and restaurants is especially powerful  in encouraging anti-racism and demonstrating...

The top nine locations in Boston that Northeastern students miss the most according to a poll conducted in a Facebook group of Northeastern students.

Nine things to do at home based on what you miss most from Boston

Jayden Khatib, news staff June 10, 2020

Since the spring semester’s abrupt ending in March, you may be stuck at home missing Boston. Nothing compares to being in the city, but there are still some ways to recapture the spirit of the places you miss most. Here’s a list of the top nine places missed most by Northeastern...

Quarantine forces people to stay confined in their homes, but there are many ways to keep your mind and body active.

How to stay healthy during quarantine

Kelly Chan, deputy lifestyle editor May 3, 2020

Your bedroom window may have been your only view for the past month or so, but there are still a number of ways to keep your body and mind active during the lockdown amid the coronavirus pandemic.  Many famed fitness brands are offering free online workouts and training services...

Thrift shopping is an inexpensive way to get high quality clothing and there are lots of affordable options near NU.

Best Places to Thrift Around NU

Jayden Khatib and Arden Heminway March 12, 2020

As Boston begins to warm up, consider visiting secondhand stores to spruce up your spring wardrobe.  There are a variety of benefits from secondhand shopping. Whether you choose to visit an affordable thrift store or a higher-end consignment boutique, you will most likely...

There was a "Queer Secrets of the MFA" tour on March 4, 2020.

MFA Queer Secrets tour highlights history of sexuality

George Barker, news staff March 11, 2020

“You would think it wouldn’t make sense to sexualize Jesus Christ on the cross, but then you wouldn’t be a Renaissance painter,” said Professor Andrew Lear, the leader of the Queer Secrets of the MFA tour.  On March 4, a group of roughly 25 visitors was led to the...