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Jessica Xing

Jessica Xing, Photo Editor

Jessica Xing is a fourth-year graphic design major with a minor in journalism. This will be her fourth semester as photo editor, after having served as deputy photo editor and design editor. She is excited to continue working with photographers to create dynamic and engaging photos for The News in her final semester. You can follow her on Instagram @jessx.photo.

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Ryuichi Kihara lifts his partner Riku Miura into the air while moving across the ice during the pairs free skate March 27. The Japanese duo’s free skate and short program featured nearly perfect synchronization and difficult throw jumps, which led them to take home the gold.

Skating off to Boston: Highlights from the ISU World Figure Skating Championship

Jessica Xing and Margot Murphy
April 13, 2025

With enchanting elements, gripping music, heartbreaking falls and glistening gold, the Ice Skating Union World Figure Skating Championship took over Boston’s TD Garden March 25 to March 30. Hosting an...

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Medalists and other accomplished skaters take a group selfie together after the Exhibition of Champions March 30. Performances from Skating Club of Boston members and the Haydenettes synchronized skating team were also a part of the exhibition.

Medalists and other accomplished skaters take a group selfie together after the Exhibition of Champions March 30. Performances from Skating Club of Boston members and the Haydenettes synchronized skating...

Gleb Smolkin (left) and Diana Davis perform a death spiral while competing for Georgia during the ice dance free skate March 29. The two placed 10th overall and secured a spot for Georgia in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.

Gleb Smolkin (left) and Diana Davis perform a death spiral while competing for Georgia during the ice dance free skate March 29. The two placed 10th overall and secured a spot for Georgia in the 2026 Milano...

Liu smiles in disbelief as audience members give her a standing ovation for her free skate performance March 28. Her performance to “MacArthur Park Suite” by Donna Summer led to a gold medal.

Liu smiles in disbelief as audience members give her a standing ovation for her free skate performance March 28. Her performance to “MacArthur Park Suite” by Donna Summer led to a gold medal.

Nikita Volodin, Minerva Fabienne Hase, Ryuichi Kihara, Riku Miura, Niccolò Macii and Sara Conti (left to right) hold up their medals and their country’s flags during the pairs medal ceremony March 27. During medal ceremonies, the national anthem of the winning skaters’ country was played.

Nikita Volodin, Minerva Fabienne Hase, Ryuichi Kihara, Riku Miura, Niccolò Macii and Sara Conti (left to right) hold up their medals and their country’s flags during the pairs medal ceremony March 27....

Dutch skaters Michel Tsiba (left) and Daria Danilova perform a throw jump during their pairs free skate performance March 27. The hosts asked each skater in the competition how they felt after performing and complimented them on their programs.

Dutch skaters Michel Tsiba (left) and Daria Danilova perform a throw jump during their pairs free skate performance March 27. The hosts asked each skater in the competition how they felt after performing...

A sweeper holds a stuffed animal while skating back to the rink’s exit March 26. Thirty-nine skaters between the ages of 6 and 14 were selected to be sweepers for the championship.

A sweeper holds a stuffed animal while skating back to the rink’s exit March 26. Thirty-nine skaters between the ages of 6 and 14 were selected to be sweepers for the championship.

Bates loops his toe around Chock’s ankle as the two prepare to perform a personalized stationary lift during their ice dance free skate performance March 29. The two won their third consecutive world title.

Bates loops his toe around Chock’s ankle as the two prepare to perform a personalized stationary lift during their ice dance free skate performance March 29. The two won their third consecutive world...

Malinin spins in simple black pants and a white tank top and shirt during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. For his incredible performance in the men’s programs, Malinin was given a Boston Bruins jersey with his nickname “Quadgod” written on the back, referencing his incredible talent for quadruple jumps.

Malinin spins in simple black pants and a white tank top and shirt during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. For his incredible performance in the men’s programs, Malinin was given a Boston Bruins...

Luka Berulava (left) spins his partner Anastasia Metelkina in a death spiral while competing for Georgia during the pairs short program March 26. Ice dancing was historically based on ballroom dancing — waltz, quickstep, tango — and maintains many original elements today.

Luka Berulava (left) spins his partner Anastasia Metelkina in a death spiral while competing for Georgia during the pairs short program March 26. Ice dancing was historically based on ballroom dancing...

Yun Ah-sun of South Korea skates onto the ice to warm up before her short program performance March 26. Each time the announcers welcomed a new group of skaters to the ice to warm up, colorful lights shined on the arena and “I’m Shipping Up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys played from the speakers.

Yun Ah-sun of South Korea skates onto the ice to warm up before her short program performance March 26. Each time the announcers welcomed a new group of skaters to the ice to warm up, colorful lights shined...

Danny O’Shea lifts Ellie Kam during their pairs short program performance for the U.S. March 26. Results of the championship secured a number of spots for Team USA in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.

Danny O’Shea lifts Ellie Kam during their pairs short program performance for the U.S. March 26. Results of the championship secured a number of spots for Team USA in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics.

Sakamoto leaps in the air during her free skate performance to “All That Jazz” from the musical “Chicago” March 28. She came into the competition having won the past three world championships.

Sakamoto leaps in the air during her free skate performance to “All That Jazz” from the musical “Chicago” March 28. She came into the competition having won the past three world championships.

Minerva Fabienne Hase lies on the ground while Nikita Volodin rests on his knees after they competed for Germany in the pairs free skate March 27. After catching their breath, skaters got up and faced the judges, smiling and raising their arms to each side of TD Garden.

Minerva Fabienne Hase lies on the ground while Nikita Volodin rests on his knees after they competed for Germany in the pairs free skate March 27. After catching their breath, skaters got up and faced...

Kaori Sakamoto (left) and Mone Chiba (right) of Japan stand on either side of Liu during the women’s medal ceremony March 28. The medals were given out by ISU President Kim Jae-youl (center left), and the flowers were given out by U.S. Figure Skating President Samuel Auxier.

Kaori Sakamoto (left) and Mone Chiba (right) of Japan stand on either side of Liu during the women’s medal ceremony March 28. The medals were given out by ISU President Kim Jae-youl (center left), and...

Mayor Michelle Wu gives a speech during a tribute to those lost in the Jan. 29 Washington, D.C. plane crash March 26. Names, photos and videos of those lost were projected onto TD Garden’s jumbotron.

Mayor Michelle Wu gives a speech during a tribute to those lost in the Jan. 29 Washington, D.C. plane crash March 26. Names, photos and videos of those lost were projected onto TD Garden’s jumbotron.

Miura hands back an autographed paper to a fan March 26. Many fans came down from the stands to greet their favorite skaters after their performances.

Miura hands back an autographed paper to a fan March 26. Many fans came down from the stands to greet their favorite skaters after their performances.

Misha Mitrofanov (left) and Alisa Efimova of the U.S. gasp in awe and celebrate as the audience erupts in resounding applause following their free skate performance March 27. Mitrofanov reflected on the importance of the championship being held in Boston. “It feels like a family. We have all come together and it's a very tight community, and we're very blessed to represent the [city] of Boston and train there and have so many people support us. Half the crowd was from Boston, so we were very, very thankful for that,” Mitrofanov said during a press conference.

Misha Mitrofanov (left) and Alisa Efimova of the U.S. gasp in awe and celebrate as the audience erupts in resounding applause following their free skate performance March 27. Mitrofanov reflected on the...

Audience members light up TD Garden with their phone flashlights during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. The exhibition was split into four categories: spring, summer, fall and winter.

Audience members light up TD Garden with their phone flashlights during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. The exhibition was split into four categories: spring, summer, fall and winter.

Adam Siao Him Fa of France lies on the ice after being “killed” by Niina Petrõkina of Estonia during Petrõkina’s Exhibition of Champions performance to “Cell Block Tango” from the musical “Chicago” March 30. Sio Him Fa remained in his death pose for the rest of the four-minute performance.

Adam Siao Him Fa of France lies on the ice after being “killed” by Niina Petrõkina of Estonia during Petrõkina’s Exhibition of Champions performance to “Cell Block Tango” from the musical “Chicago”...

Lee Hae-in spreads apart her arms and legs in the air while competing for South Korea during the women’s free skate March 28. Designers customized costumes to fit the theme of each dance, such as Korea’s Hannah Lim and Ye Quan’s outfits having black and white spots for their ice dance to “Call me Cruella” by Florence + The Machine.

Lee Hae-in spreads apart her arms and legs in the air while competing for South Korea during the women’s free skate March 28. Designers customized costumes to fit the theme of each dance, such as Korea’s...

Audience members show off their American flags and signed towels March 26. Before a skater began their program, a message from them was shown on the jumbotron, with messages like “Thank you for your support, Boston,” “Let him cook,” “Hold my beer” and “One day or day one,” eliciting cheers from the audience.

Audience members show off their American flags and signed towels March 26. Before a skater began their program, a message from them was shown on the jumbotron, with messages like “Thank you for your...

A collection of iconic skating costumes on display. Outfits from previous Olympics to recent skating programs attracted many attendees and performers to the gallery throughout the championship.

A collection of iconic skating costumes on display. Outfits from previous Olympics to recent skating programs attracted many attendees and performers to the gallery throughout the championship.

Amber Glenn of the U.S. lifts her leg into the air and drifts across the rink during her free skate performance March 28. Many audience members celebrated Glenn with Pride flags, as she is a well-known advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.

Amber Glenn of the U.S. lifts her leg into the air and drifts across the rink during her free skate performance March 28. Many audience members celebrated Glenn with Pride flags, as she is a well-known...

Kihara and Miura smile and raise their arms as a sea of Japanese flags are held up behind them March 26. Attendees brought their country’s flag, plushies and flowers to support their favorite skaters during the championship.

Kihara and Miura smile and raise their arms as a sea of Japanese flags are held up behind them March 26. Attendees brought their country’s flag, plushies and flowers to support their favorite skaters...

A judge places his score into a tablet March 29. Judges scored skaters according to the base value of their moves, whether skaters executed proper form and technique, and how well skaters performed in relevance to their program.

A judge places his score into a tablet March 29. Judges scored skaters according to the base value of their moves, whether skaters executed proper form and technique, and how well skaters performed in...

Evan Bates elegantly trails a white sheet behind him as Madison Chock, his partner and wife, skates behind him during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. Skaters focused on performing for the crowd rather than the judges with their fun and creative routines.

Evan Bates elegantly trails a white sheet behind him as Madison Chock, his partner and wife, skates behind him during the Exhibition of Champions March 30. Skaters focused on performing for the crowd rather...

Jason Brown jumps in the center of the ice rink, smiling and thanking the crowd after his performance at the Exhibition of Champions March 30. He came into the competition as a two-time Olympian and one-time Olympic bronze medalist.

Jason Brown jumps in the center of the ice rink, smiling and thanking the crowd after his performance at the Exhibition of Champions March 30. He came into the competition as a two-time Olympian and one-time...

Great Britain’s James Hernandez (left) and his partner Phebe Bekker perform a complex dance lift March 29. Bekker and Hernandez garnered resounding applause for their “James Bond” performance.

Great Britain’s James Hernandez (left) and his partner Phebe Bekker perform a complex dance lift March 29. Bekker and Hernandez garnered resounding applause for their “James Bond” performance.

The Northeastern University Health and Counseling Services office. UHCS recently made medication abortion available to students.

[Photo] For the first time, University Health and Counseling Services is prescribing medication abortion to students

Carson Lyle, news staff
April 13, 2025

The Northeastern University Health and Counseling Services office. UHCS recently made medication abortion available to students.

Fosberg dashes to the base March 15. The Huskies swept Harvard March 14 to 16.

[Photo] Will Fosberg, Carter Bentley lead the Huskies in playing time for underclassmen

Caroline Baker Dimock, news staff
April 11, 2025

Fosberg dashes to the base March 15. The Huskies swept Harvard March 14 to 16.

Kehlani sings into a red microphone. She performed as the headliner for CUP's annual Springfest concert after finishing a 54-show world tour.

[Photo] Review: Kehlani electrifies Matthews Arena at Springfest 2025

Jennie Koh, deputy lifestyle editor
April 10, 2025

Audience members watch as Kehlani performs.

Max Gitlin winds up for a pitch April 1. The victory over Central Connecticut State University was Gitlin's fourth win as a Husky.

[Photo] Northeastern baseball scores 12 runs against CCSU, adding on another win for the Huskies

Valentina Swan, news staff
April 10, 2025

Alex Lane swings April 1. Lane was named CAA player of the week three times last season.

The American flag flies above Centennial Common. Many international students felt the Trump administration's reasoning behind the visa terminations to be unfounded and confusing.

[Photo] Under looming threat of visa terminations, many Northeastern students left scrambling for answers

Zoe MacDiarmid, Chloe Craft, and Chris Lee
April 10, 2025

The American flag flies above Centennial Common. Many international students felt the Trump administration's reasoning behind the visa terminations to be unfounded and confusing.

Ryan Gerety makes a run April 1. The Huskies won the series against Campbell April 4 to 6, maintaining a strong conference record.

[Photo] Northeastern baseball stays on top of CAA after winning series against Campbell

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
April 8, 2025

Cam Maldonado high fives a teammate after a successful game April 1. Maldonado had six runs in the series against Campbell April 4 to 6.

The door to the Office of Global Services in Richards Hall. International students received an email informing them to update their documentation to be "honest, accurate and consistent."

[Photo] Office of Global Services warns, prepares international community following visa revocations

Carson Lyle, news staff
April 8, 2025

The door to the Office of Global Services in Richards Hall. International students received an email informing them to update their documentation to be "honest, accurate and consistent."

Krentzman Quad on Northeastern's Boston campus. Recent federal funding cuts and freezes by the Trump administration impacted Northeastern's research on various topics.

[Photo] Op-ed: We, your professors, believe our universities are worth fighting for

Krentzman Quad on Northeastern's Boston campus. Recent federal funding cuts and freezes by the Trump administration impacted Northeastern's research on various topics.

Léontine (Marianna Bassham, left) and Léonide (Allison Altman) whisper a plot to each other while Harlequin (Vincent Randazzo, right) listens in. The play used elevated platforms and wooden arches to give the stage depth. Photo courtesy Liza Voll, The Huntington Theatre.

[Photo] Review: ‘The Triumph of Love’ teaches a valuable lesson on deceit and passion

Megan Canizares Castillo, news correspondent
April 5, 2025

Léontine (Marianna Bassham, left) and Léonide (Allison Altman) whisper a plot to each other while Harlequin (Vincent Randazzo, right) listens in. The play used elevated platforms and wooden arches to...

Gregory Bozzo slides into base. Bozzo collected one of the three runs that gave the Huskies the win over Boston College.

[Photo] Northeastern baseball shuts out BC, punching ticket to Beanpot championship

Valentina Swan, news staff
April 3, 2025

Graduate student first baseman Alex Lane catches the ball. The Huskies shut out the Eagles 3-0.

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[Photo] Photos of the month: March 2025

Photo Staff
April 1, 2025

Rebecca Ghilardi and Filippo Ambrosoni perform a personalized dance lift to a Dracula-themed performance at the World Figure Skating Championship March 26. Read more here.

Sakamoto executes a double axel during her free skate performance March 28. Sakamoto aimed to receive her third world title, having won in 2023 and 2024, but was beaten by Alysa Liu by a 4.99 point margin.

Sakamoto executes a double axel during her free skate performance March 28. Sakamoto aimed to receive her third world title, having won in 2023 and 2024, but was beaten by Alysa Liu by a 4.99 point margin.

Women's singles winner Alysa Liu proudly wears her gold medal and holds the American flag during the Women’s Victory Ceremony March 28. She performed to Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park Suite” for her free skate, earning her the World Champion title.

[Photo] Victors made in the City of Champions: ISU World Figure Skating Championship returns to Boston

March 31, 2025

Women's singles winner Alysa Liu proudly wears her gold medal and holds the American flag during the Women’s Victory Ceremony March 28. She performed to Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park Suite” for...

The jumbotron in TD Garden plays a video to pay tribute to the skaters lost in the Jan. 29 plane crash March 25. Many U.S. skaters held up pictures of the victims while waiting for their results at the kiss and cry.

The jumbotron in TD Garden plays a video to pay tribute to the skaters lost in the Jan. 29 plane crash March 25. Many U.S. skaters held up pictures of the victims while waiting for their results at the...

Nikita Volodinis lifts Minerva Hase during their pairs short program performance March 26. Pairs utilized throw jumps, where a skater tosses their partner into the air, in order to receive more points.

Nikita Volodinis lifts Minerva Hase during their pairs short program performance March 26. Pairs utilized throw jumps, where a skater tosses their partner into the air, in order to receive more points.

Riku Miura (left) and Ryuichi Kihara perform a death spiral in the pairs free skate March 26. The two competed for Japan and won first place in the pairs category.

Riku Miura (left) and Ryuichi Kihara perform a death spiral in the pairs free skate March 26. The two competed for Japan and won first place in the pairs category.

Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov gasp in awe at the audience’s resounding applause and support following their free skate performance March 27. Fans threw plushies onto the ice and showed off their country’s flag whenever a team from their nation performed.

Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov gasp in awe at the audience’s resounding applause and support following their free skate performance March 27. Fans threw plushies onto the ice and showed off their...

Davide Lewton Brain competes for Monaco in the men’s short program March 27. Last year, Lewton Brain became the first Monégasque figure skater to qualify for the World Championships.

Davide Lewton Brain competes for Monaco in the men’s short program March 27. Last year, Lewton Brain became the first Monégasque figure skater to qualify for the World Championships.

Women's singles winner Alysa Liu proudly wears her gold medal and holds the American flag during the Women’s Victory Ceremony March 28. She performed to Donna Summer’s “MacArthur Park Suite” for her free skate, earning her the World Champion title.

[Photo] Victors made in the City of Champions: ISU World Figure Skating Championship returns to Boston

Margot Murphy, news staff
March 31, 2025

Evan Bates slowly glides Madison Chock in a circle during the ice dance free skate March 28. The couple was the first U.S. team to win three world titles.

Germany’s Minerva Fabienne Hase (left) and Nikita Volodin perform a choreographed fight scene while dressed as “Mortal Kombat” characters March 30. The Exhibition of Champions gave skaters the chance to enjoy performing for the audience rather than compete.

Germany’s Minerva Fabienne Hase (left) and Nikita Volodin perform a choreographed fight scene while dressed as “Mortal Kombat” characters March 30. The Exhibition of Champions gave skaters the chance...

Nathan Chen poses for a photo with four fans March 29. He visited the Matrix Legacy stand and signed autographs for a long line of fans.

Nathan Chen poses for a photo with four fans March 29. He visited the Matrix Legacy stand and signed autographs for a long line of fans.

Two sweepers hurry off the ice after collecting stuffed animals that had been tossed into the rink from fans. Josiane Lamond designed the sweepers' costumes hoping to attract and inspire future skaters to participate in the sport.

Two sweepers hurry off the ice after collecting stuffed animals that had been tossed into the rink from fans. Josiane Lamond designed the sweepers' costumes hoping to attract and inspire future skaters...

Thousands sit in TD Garden to watch the Figure Skating World Championships March 26. Fans and enthusiasts sold out TD Garden on the final day of the competition March 29.

Thousands sit in TD Garden to watch the Figure Skating World Championships March 26. Fans and enthusiasts sold out TD Garden on the final day of the competition March 29.

A Northeastern sign on the Boston campus. At a faculty senate meeting March 12, attendees were informed that Northeastern has slowed down hiring.

[Photo] Provost reports hiring slowdown at Northeastern, denies hiring freeze

Zoe MacDiarmid, campus editor
March 25, 2025

A Northeastern sign on the Boston campus. At a faculty senate meeting March 12, attendees were informed that Northeastern has slowed down hiring.

A Northeastern player hits the ball March 15. Northeastern took its first shutout since 2022 March 19 in a 6-0 loss to Boston College.

[Photo] Huskies get shut out by BC for first loss against Eagles since 2022

Valentina Swan, news staff
March 22, 2025

A Northeastern player hits the ball March 15. Northeastern took its first shutout since 2022 March 19 in a 6-0 loss to Boston College.

Ryan Gerety jumps in celebration March 15. Gerety scored a run against Merrimack March 18.

[Photo] Northeastern baseball run rules Merrimack in midweek victory

Bailey Reynolds, news staff
March 19, 2025

The Huskies celebrate March 15. The team won their solo game over Merrimack 10-0 in eight innings.

A b-boy performs a windmill. He propelled himself into a rotational movement without the use of his hands or feet, balancing on just his back, head and elbows.

Breakers showcase personality, find community at Pack the House competition

Jessica Xing, photo editor
March 19, 2025

Talented b-boys and b-girls flipped, spun and flexed to the rhythm of breakbeats and hip-hop at NU Breakers’ Pack the House event March 1 in the Curry Student Center Ballroom. Under deep blue, purple...

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The Student Government Association insignia. SGA was established in 1921 as a council intending to help mitigate student life with administration guidelines.

[Photo] Op-ed: The Student Government Association needs to start governing

Ava Vitiello, columnist
March 19, 2025

The Student Government Association insignia. SGA was established in 1921 as a council intending to help mitigate student life with administration guidelines.

Max Chernin and various cast members star in the national tour of “Parade.” Chernin served as the understudy for the role of Leo Frank in the 2023 Broadway revival of “Parade.” Photo courtesy Joan Marcus.

Review: ‘Parade’ educates audiences on heartbreaking true story of Jim Crow-era antisemitism

Jessica Xing, news staff
March 18, 2025

“Parade” began its limited two-week run in Boston March 11 at the Emerson Colonial Theatre as part of its second-ever national tour. While “Parade” was originally written in 1998, the national...

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Jeff DaRosa plays the banjo while kicking one foot up. He switched between the banjo, mandolin and guitar.

[Photo] Review: Dropkick Murphys ship up to Boston and remind the city how to party

Darin Zullo, lifestyle editor
March 16, 2025

DaRosa strums his guitar while sticking out his tongue.