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This is My Brave's cast performs at Northeastern Oct. 28 as part of their college tour.

On-campus performance raises awareness for mental health

Kenneal Patterson, news staff October 31, 2019

Mallory Gothelf distinctly remembers her downward spiral during her second year at Northeastern. She recalls a distinct moment when life became too much to bear — when her dark thoughts harassed her as she stood on the corner of Massachusetts Avenue.    She remembers...

With the "story" feature popping up on an increasing number of social media platforms, could users' motives behind constantly posting on social media be unhealthy?

Column: Do social media “stories” promote toxic behavior?

Pavithra Rajesh, news correspondent October 30, 2019

What started as a feature unique to Snapchat has now become a generational phenomenon prominent on virtually every social media platform. “Stories” have weaseled their way onto Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, and it’s hard to imagine someone not using them.  According...

Review: ‘Zombieland: Double Tap’: Worth the ten-year wait

Christopher Kelly, news staff October 30, 2019

“Zombieland: Double Tap” is the long-awaited sequel to the cult classic “Zombieland” that hit theaters a decade ago. The main cast of mismatched survivors and their travels throughout post-apocalyptic America was a booming success after the initial release of “Zombieland”...

Sculptures made from canned goods are on display at the Boston Society of Architects, or BSA, through Oct. 25 as part of Canstruction Boston.

Canstruction Boston promotes hunger awareness through canned food sculptures

Jayden Khatib, news correspondent October 23, 2019

Canstruction, a non-profit organization that holds competitions in cities across the world to promote awareness of hunger issues, is displaying sculptures at the Boston Society of Architects, or BSA, through Oct. 25. The sculptures are crafted by teams from various local architecture,...

Bold, colorful makeup looks are becoming more popular as a means of self-expression.

Column: Colorful makeup trends challenge today’s beauty standards

Ananya Sankar, news correspondent October 23, 2019

Decades ago, makeup was used to mask a woman’s individuality by pandering to society’s beauty standards. Today, the makeup community has shed its masks in favor of bolder, colorful looks that embody the vibrancy of the women — and men — underneath. Bright and bold...

Trending diets often fail to bring sustainable, long-term weight loss.

Column: Popular diet trends are not the way to lose weight

Sarah Olender, news correspondent October 22, 2019

We all know one of those people who went on a crazy diet and lost what seems like half their body weight, and if you’re anything like me, you have been jealous of them but don’t have the willpower to follow in their footsteps. Or maybe you went a step further than I did and...

South Korean dance duo All Ready from NBC's "World of Dance" performs Thursday at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.

All Ready dance duo brings unique style from ‘World of Dance’ to Boston

Sarah Olender, news correspondent October 22, 2019

Dance duo All Ready from NBC’s hit show “World of Dance” performed at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, where its members are currently choreographers-in-residence, on Thursday. The group has been traveling and performing around the world to spread their love of dance...

Shops in Downtown Crossing such as Macy's, Primark, T.J. Maxx and Old Navy offer affordable options for the winter weather.

Column: Dressing stylish for winter without breaking your wallet

Jessica Brite, news correspondent October 16, 2019

Though we are only four weeks into the fall season, brisk winds and chilly air have already hit the streets of Boston — and from here on out, it will only get colder. With an average temperature of 40 degrees all winter long, it is important to start prepping your wardrobe...

Jason Ebbs, pictured second from the left with his band members, took home first place at Tastemakers' Battle of the Bands.

Tastemakers’ Battle of the Bands rocks AfterHours

Mohit Puvvala, news correspondent October 9, 2019

Northeastern’s Tastemakers Magazine hosted their first annual Battle of the Bands Oct. 5 in AfterHours.  “The event showcases an eclectic mix of artists highlighting Northeastern’s unique student talent,” said Tastemakers president Kristie Wong. First up on the...

"Shawabty of King Taharqa" is one of the works in the MFA's new exhibition "Ancient Nubia Now," opening Oct. 13.

New MFA exhibition explores a misrepresented ancient civilization

Kenneal Patterson, news staff October 9, 2019

“Ancient Nubia Now,” the Museum of Fine Arts’ new exhibition opening Oct. 13, spans thousands of years and presents a massive selection of Nubian art, jewelry, pottery, sculptures and more — the largest collection of Nubian art outside of Sudan. These royal artifacts,...

Tatte's Northeastern location is a popular spot among students.

Column: Studying on-campus at Pavement, Tatte and Argo Tea

Lucy Hoffman, news correspondent October 9, 2019

The coffee shops in and around Northeastern each have their own distinct personality. It takes time to figure out which one will be the most productive environment for you to do work in, but once you find it, you’ve got your go-to. Pavement Piping hot chai tea. A sesame...

At Reignbow 2019, drag performer Neon Calypso puts on a stunning show for the audience.

Reignbow showcase highlights talent of LGBTQ+ community

Petrina Danardatu, news correspondent October 9, 2019

Local dance group and LGBTQ+ activists Queens with a Mission, or QWAM, hosted its second annual Reignbow talent showcase for both LGBTQ+ and ally performers Oct. 5 at the Royale Nightclub. The showcase featured various dynamic dance groups, vocalists, drag queen performances...