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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Margot Murphy, Deputy Photo Editor

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Liv Duckworth, dressed as a siren, skates to “MILK OF THE SIREN” by Melanie Martinez, creating a haunting and mysterious character performance. Each participating skater had the creative freedom to choreograph and pick their own characters and songs.

Ice skating pirates enthrall audience at 401 Park ice rink

Margot Murphy, photo staff
January 22, 2024

Kerrigan closes the show by introducing each skater, thanking Joy Skate Productions for sponsoring the performers and allowing the audience to cheer for and thank the performers. Joy Skate Productions...

Yirsy Quéliz dribbles down the court. Quéliz tallied a season-high 11 points in Sundays matchup against Hofstra.

[Photo] Huskies find their groove in prideful 66-53 win against Hofstra

Dylan Cohen, news staff
January 18, 2024

Yirsy Quéliz dribbles down the court. Quéliz tallied a season-high 11 points in Sunday's matchup against Hofstra.

Derin Erdogan holds possession of the ball in a game against BU. Erdogan was responsible for over a quarter of Northeasterns points that afternoon, tallying 21.

[Photo] Northeastern falls 83-80 in overtime dog fight against rival Boston University

Dylan Cohen, news staff
January 1, 2024

Derin Erdogan holds possession of the ball in a game against BU. Erdogan was responsible for over a quarter of Northeastern's points that afternoon, tallying 21.

Audience members explore the Old South Meeting House and enjoy refreshments before the “Phillis in Boston” begins. The Old South Meeting House featured an array of historical statues who were congregants of the site, such as Phillis Wheatley seen on the far right.

Phillis in Boston narrates the struggle for Black freedom

Margot Murphy, news correspondent
December 6, 2023

The lights dim dramatically as the sounds of seagulls float over the audience and Phillis Wheatley, played by Adreyanua Jean-Louis, struts down the aisle exuding power and gracefulness.  “Phillis...

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Derin Erdogan looks for an opportunity to shoot. Erdogan tallied 13 points in Saturday’s game at Columbia University.

[Photo] Women’s basketball struggles in 88-45 loss against Columbia

Dylan Cohen, news staff
December 1, 2023

Derin Erdogan looks for an opportunity to shoot. Erdogan tallied 13 points in Saturday’s game at Columbia University.

Deja Bristol goes for a layup in a game earlier this season. Bristol netted seven points in the Huskies win over Wagner.

[Photo] Women’s basketball bests Wagner for end of home stint in disability awareness game

Dylan Cohen, news staff
December 1, 2023

Deja Bristol goes for a layup in a game earlier this season. Bristol netted seven points in the Huskies' win over Wagner.

An S Ferrante player changes the direction of the game by diverting the ball toward the opposing goal. In some forms of broomball, players modified brooms using scissors and duct tape to fit their individual playing styles.

Broomball sweeps Northeastern student body in intramural fun, tournaments

Margot Murphy, photo staff
November 30, 2023

When a person first hears of the sport “broomball,” they may imagine a knock-off Quidditch match. But rather than flying around a field, broomball takes place on ice and is an enjoyable pastime for...

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Team Cherrybombs poses for a photo after defeating S Ferrante in a competitive shootout. After playing with each other for many semesters, the Cherrybombs were proud of its improvements.

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Team Cherrybombs poses for a photo after defeating S Ferrante in a competitive shootout. After playing with each other for many semesters, the Cherrybombs were proud of its improvements.

Team S Ferrante attempts to shoot at Cherrybombs goalie Jakob Cherry in the overtime shootout. The match went into overtime because the teams tied 1-1 in the span of three 12-minute periods.

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Team S Ferrante attempts to shoot at Cherrybombs goalie Jakob Cherry in the overtime shootout. The match went into overtime because the teams tied 1-1 in the span of three 12-minute periods.

Ferrante (center) runs across the ice and passes the ball to his teammate. No skates were worn, which left players having to remain balanced in order not to slip and fall.

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Ferrante (center) runs across the ice and passes the ball to his teammate. No skates were worn, which left players having to remain balanced in order not to slip and fall.

A Cherrybombs player eyes for an open teammate to pass to in hopes of scoring a goal. Similar to ice hockey, Broomball players could not high stick, kick the ball or carry the ball; however, if the ball was shot into the air, players were allowed to swat it down using their hand.

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A Cherrybombs player eyes for an open teammate to pass to in hopes of scoring a goal. Similar to ice hockey, Broomball players could not high stick, kick the ball or carry the ball; however, if the ball...

The Cherrybombs score against S Ferrante in the third period of the Broomball Championship. Despite the following celebration, S Ferrante quickly tied the score in the final minute of the third period.

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The Cherrybombs score against S Ferrante in the third period of the Broomball Championship. Despite the following celebration, S Ferrante quickly tied the score in the final minute of the third period.

S Ferrante team members cheer on their teammates as they play against the Cherrybombs. Teammates could switch with each other at a moment’s notice, without having to ask the referee.

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S Ferrante team members cheer on their teammates as they play against the Cherrybombs. Teammates could switch with each other at a moment’s notice, without having to ask the referee.

The Cherrybombs guard S Ferrante to prevent them from scoring. Northeastern started an all-gender broomball league to help students mingle and create camaraderie.

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The Cherrybombs guard S Ferrante to prevent them from scoring. Northeastern started an all-gender broomball league to help students mingle and create camaraderie.

Cherrybombs forward, Ben Orbach, hits the ball away from the goal to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Throughout the first two periods of the game, each team played well defensively and offensively, making it a close match.

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Cherrybombs forward, Ben Orbach, hits the ball away from the goal to prevent the opposing team from scoring. Throughout the first two periods of the game, each team played well defensively and offensively,...

Jai Sethi, the S Ferrante goalkeeper, makes a sweeping save and tosses the ball back into play. The goalkeeper was required to wear knee pads and use a mitt, but not upper body pads or a stick like in ice hockey.

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Jai Sethi, the S Ferrante goalkeeper, makes a sweeping save and tosses the ball back into play. The goalkeeper was required to wear knee pads and use a mitt, but not upper body pads or a stick like in...

Senior forward Deja Bristol jumps to make a basket. Bristol currently ranks third on the team in points with 39 total and an average of 9.8 per game.

[Photo] Women’s basketball falls to Boston College 67-58 for first loss of season

Dylan Cohen, news staff
November 21, 2023

Senior forward Deja Bristol jumps to make a basket. Bristol currently ranks third on the team in points with 39 total and an average of 9.8 per game.

Visitors walk through a colorful crystal tunnel surrounded by white dogs. Mythological creatures from Chinese culture played an important role in the layout of the Boston Lights; many creatures and informational text were included to teach visitors about Chinese history.

Boston Lights dazzle crowds with ecosystem displays, activities

Margot Murphy, photo staff
October 15, 2023

From the beginning of August until Oct. 29, the Franklin Park Zoo is hosting a lantern experience that spans across its 72 acres. Utilizing energy-saving lights, Boston Lights attracts all kinds of visitors,...

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Upon arriving at the zoo, guests are greeted by a colorful archway of flowers and a mythical dragon. The words “Welcome to Boston Lights” were written in LEDs above the entrance in a decorative font.

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Upon arriving at the zoo, guests are greeted by a colorful archway of flowers and a mythical dragon. The words “Welcome to Boston Lights” were written in LEDs above the entrance in a decorative font.

An ice dragon lantern breathes smoky blue fire to the crowd, moving its head and wings simultaneously. Animatronic lanterns were scattered throughout, including a giant vegetable golem, a scorpion and an iguana.

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An ice dragon lantern breathes smoky blue fire to the crowd, moving its head and wings simultaneously. Animatronic lanterns were scattered throughout, including a giant vegetable golem, a scorpion and...

After walking around the zoo, visitors stop for a fried dough snack. A clearing at the entrance and exit of Boston Lights contained food vendors selling empanadas, lemonade and warm cider.

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After walking around the zoo, visitors stop for a fried dough snack. A clearing at the entrance and exit of Boston Lights contained food vendors selling empanadas, lemonade and warm cider.

Children hop on color changing star jump pads that surround a griffin lantern. The griffin was in the clearing along with the food vendors, allowing parents to relax with food while their families enjoyed the nearby activities.

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Children hop on color changing star jump pads that surround a griffin lantern. The griffin was in the clearing along with the food vendors, allowing parents to relax with food while their families enjoyed...

While walking through the zoo, guests enter an Egyptian-themed area where they can see a sphinx, a cobra, hippos and crocodiles made of lanterns. This was coordinated with the daytime layout of the zoo because the camels can be found in the same area.

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While walking through the zoo, guests enter an Egyptian-themed area where they can see a sphinx, a cobra, hippos and crocodiles made of lanterns. This was coordinated with the daytime layout of the zoo...

A mother and son pose in front of a snake as if it were about to swallow the two whole. A majority of the lanterns were blocked off to prevent r zoo-goers from breaking the lanterns; however, some areas allowed for guests to get close to the animals for a picture.

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A mother and son pose in front of a snake as if it were about to swallow the two whole. A majority of the lanterns were blocked off to prevent r zoo-goers from breaking the lanterns; however, some areas...

Before revealing the ocean and coral reef area of Boston Lights, visitors travel through a color-changing rainbow tunnel and take photos. Each area in the exhibit was introduced with a tunnel to create a feeling of a portal to another light-filled world.

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Before revealing the ocean and coral reef area of Boston Lights, visitors travel through a color-changing rainbow tunnel and take photos. Each area in the exhibit was introduced with a tunnel to create...

A pair sit in front of a jellyfish display, admiring the color-changing creatures while resting their legs. Benches and seating areas were found throughout the area.

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A pair sit in front of a jellyfish display, admiring the color-changing creatures while resting their legs. Benches and seating areas were found throughout the area.

With 40 seconds on the clock, a young girl tries to hit the buttons as fast as she can to get a high score. Other games at Boston Lights included an interactive screen aquarium, drums and color-changing star jump pads.

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With 40 seconds on the clock, a young girl tries to hit the buttons as fast as she can to get a high score. Other games at Boston Lights included an interactive screen aquarium, drums and color-changing...

Two children pose for a photo while in a lantern shark’s mouth. In each area of Boston Lights, there was a themed photo area, where visitors could choose to pose with dragons, fish, jaguars, a giraffe or a sloth.

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Two children pose for a photo while in a lantern shark’s mouth. In each area of Boston Lights, there was a themed photo area, where visitors could choose to pose with dragons, fish, jaguars, a giraffe...

A family explores a booth selling Chinese wire animals and lanterns, deciding to buy roses as a souvenir. The booth was located before the Chinese wonderland area and promoted Chinese culture and arts.

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A family explores a booth selling Chinese wire animals and lanterns, deciding to buy roses as a souvenir. The booth was located before the Chinese wonderland area and promoted Chinese culture and arts.

A biker goes under a white balloon arch and smiles for a photo next to a “Welcome to Fluff Fest” sign. Union Square has hosted this event for the past 18 years and encourages all of Somerville Avenue to celebrate.

18th annual Fluff Festival sweetens the day with marshmallow activities, food

Margot Murphy, photo correspondent
September 30, 2023

Despite a consistent downpour and puddles along the street, the What the Fluff? Festival commenced its 18th annual event Sept. 26. Lasting from the afternoon to evening, attendees enjoyed an array of confectioneries...

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Emcee Mark Katz, while impersonating Archibald Query, plays the Fluffernutter theme song on a kazoo while kids play Fluff musical chairs. In Fluff musical chairs, one chair is covered in Fluff while others are not, leaving one person to always sit in the fluff when the music stops.

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Emcee Mark Katz, while impersonating Archibald Query, plays the Fluffernutter theme song on a kazoo while kids play Fluff musical chairs. In Fluff musical chairs, one chair is covered in Fluff while others...

At Gracie’s Ice Cream booth, employees use a hand-held blow torch to singe the marshmallow Fluff on an ice cream cone before handing it to customers. It was a festival-favorite dessert and long lines formed just to try a cone.

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At Gracie’s Ice Cream booth, employees use a hand-held blow torch to singe the marshmallow Fluff on an ice cream cone before handing it to customers. It was a festival-favorite dessert and long lines...

A family poses in front of a festival backdrop in Bow Market while another festival-goer takes a picture. Bow Market had numerous restaurants and shops offering special deals for the Fluff Festival, from $4 carne asada tacos to Fluff-covered cookies.

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A family poses in front of a festival backdrop in Bow Market while another festival-goer takes a picture. Bow Market had numerous restaurants and shops offering special deals for the Fluff Festival, from...

A member of Parkour Generations Boston demonstrates walking backward on a wet metal bar with some ground support from a teacher. Parkour Generations Boston set up an obstacle course for kids to learn basic parkour moves during the festival.

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A member of Parkour Generations Boston demonstrates walking backward on a wet metal bar with some ground support from a teacher. Parkour Generations Boston set up an obstacle course for kids to learn basic...

In a remodeled toaster, a marshmallow is toasted by the Highlander Robotic Team in preparation for a s’more. An automotive suction cup grabbed the graham crackers and chocolate, the toaster cooked the marshmallow and with a final graham cracker, the smore was completed.

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In a remodeled toaster, a marshmallow is toasted by the Highlander Robotic Team in preparation for a s’more. An automotive suction cup grabbed the graham crackers and chocolate, the toaster cooked the...

With the press of a button, the Highlander Robotics Team’s pneumatic machine places, cooks and crafts a s’more with only small adjustments from the team. Through this demonstration, the team hopes to reach out to kids who are interested in STEM and have them join the team one day.

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With the press of a button, the Highlander Robotics Team’s pneumatic machine places, cooks and crafts a s’more with only small adjustments from the team. Through this demonstration, the team hopes...

A young festival-goer attempts to throw red gears into a Marshmallow Fluff cup moved by a robot to win a sticker from the Highlander Robotics Team. The team has created fluff-themed robots for the Fluff Festival for the past five years.

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A young festival-goer attempts to throw red gears into a Marshmallow Fluff cup moved by a robot to win a sticker from the Highlander Robotics Team. The team has created fluff-themed robots for the Fluff...

The reigning two-year Fluff jousting champion celebrates her victory in front of the crowd. Fluff jousting, as well as Fluff hairdos, which involves placing Fluff on volunteers’ heads and crafting hairstyles such as mohawks and mullets, were two of the most popular activities at the festival.

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The reigning two-year Fluff jousting champion celebrates her victory in front of the crowd. Fluff jousting, as well as Fluff hairdos, which involves placing Fluff on volunteers’ heads and crafting hairstyles...

Volunteers compete against each other on the Shenanigans Stage in Fluff jousting, where players try to knock their competitor off a balance beam with Fluff-covered pool noodles. This event occurred twice during the festival, at 3:20 p.m. and 5 p.m.

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Volunteers compete against each other on the Shenanigans Stage in Fluff jousting, where players try to knock their competitor off a balance beam with Fluff-covered pool noodles. This event occurred twice...

People browse items at the festival merchandise booth, where items such as magnets, shirts and comic books could be purchased. Although light rain made game and booth environments difficult, a majority of the vendors utilized tents to continue sales.

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People browse items at the festival merchandise booth, where items such as magnets, shirts and comic books could be purchased. Although light rain made game and booth environments difficult, a majority...

Two Fluff Festival-goers pose and take pictures with a colorful photo stand-in. Along Somerville Avenue were multiple photo stand-ins, such as one where attendees could pose as a jar of fluff.

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Two Fluff Festival-goers pose and take pictures with a colorful photo stand-in. Along Somerville Avenue were multiple photo stand-ins, such as one where attendees could pose as a jar of fluff.

CupcakKe performs on stage for an energized crowd of Northeastern students. The performance was the main event of the Common Cents Fest.

[Photo] Diversity and dance dominate Common Cents Music Fest

Madeline Harris, news correspondent
September 22, 2023

Crowd members cheer while shining their flashlights for Cupcakke.