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Patriots parade bumped to Wednesday

Patriots parade bumped to Wednesday

February 2, 2015

By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief  Because of the second major storm in a week to hit the Boston area, the New England Patriots’ Super Bowl Parade is now expected to kick off on Wednesday, Feb. 4 from the Prudential Center. Originally, the parade was scheduled for Tuesday....

Romney renounces presidential bid

Romney renounces presidential bid

January 30, 2015

By Scotty Schenck, photo editor As the saying goes,"the third time's the charm," and Mitt Romney recently announced his consideration for a third presidential bid. However, he will no longer be seeking the nomination from the Republican Party. “After putting considerable...

Handler promotes #freethenipple

Handler promotes #freethenipple

January 30, 2015

By Sara Tucker, managing editor In October, comedian and bestselling author Chelsea Handler took to Instagram with a topless picture of herself on horseback – a photo that spoofed one of Russian President Vladimir Putin from 2009, also shirtless atop a horse. Wednesday,...

Director of Harvard Art Museums to step down

Director of Harvard Art Museums to step down

January 29, 2015

By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief Thomas “Tom” W. Lentz announced his intention to resign as director of the Harvard Art Museums on Thursday. He is set to leave his post in July. Just two months ago, Lentz oversaw the reopening of a new museum complex on Quincy Street. In...

First regulated bitcoin exchange opens in U.S.

First regulated bitcoin exchange opens in U.S.

January 27, 2015

                            By Scotty Schenck, photo editor A new regulated currency exchange in the United States opened today. It wasn’t for another country's...

Major storm to leave Boston under 2 feet of snow

Major storm to leave Boston under 2 feet of snow

January 25, 2015

                            By Scotty Schenck, photo editor A major winter storm is moving towards New England, expected to hit Boston and the surrounding areas...

National conversation rekindled after release of UPenn student suicide note

National conversation rekindled after release of UPenn student suicide note

January 23, 2015
Almost a year ago to the day, 19-year-old University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) student Madison Holleran jumped from a Philadelphia parking garage to her death. Yesterday, Holleran’s family released the suicide note she wrote.
Obama delivers sixth State of the Union

Obama delivers sixth State of the Union

January 21, 2015

By Scotty Schenck, photo editor Barack Obama stepped through the halls of Congress and into the House of Representatives on the night of Jan. 20 to deliver the annual State of the Union address. He spoke of the numerous issues facing the country and noted the accomplishments...

One injured in Brigham and Women's shooting

One injured in Brigham and Women’s shooting

January 20, 2015

                            By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief State police are reporting one person injured in a shooting at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston...

Two dead in Melbourne, Fla. mall shooting

Two dead in Melbourne, Fla. mall shooting

January 18, 2015

By Scotty Schenck, photo editor Two people are dead in Melbourne, Fla. after gunshots rang out in the Melbourne Square Mall food court. Reports came  into police at about 9:30 a.m., 30 minutes before when the mall was scheduled to open. The shooter’s name was revealed...

2015 Oscar nominations snub "Selma," lead with "Birdman"

2015 Oscar nominations snub “Selma,” lead with “Birdman”

January 15, 2015

By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief Thursday morning saw Academy Award nominee announcements that shocked Hollywood and movie lovers alike. Critically acclaimed "Selma" pulled only two nominations, while “Grand Budapest Hotel,” which was released to mixed reviews, tied “Birdman”...

Lego creates female scientist set, defies gender roles

Lego creates female scientist set, defies gender roles

August 3, 2014

By Mary Whitfill, editor-in-chief  For decades, universities and secondary schools have been in the business of trying to entice young girls to get into science. By idolizing iconic female scientists and marketing to a female audience, those in the field have been trying...