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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

Anderson walks up after being announced as one of the final two contestants. He gave a short speech after winning first place and was rewarded with a $50 gift card and a bag of British candy. “It was a foreign experience, but it definitely felt good,” Anderson said. “I’m glad that I dressed up just like the picture they posted as well.”

Boston joins viral trend with Tom Holland look-alike contest

Jessica Xing, photo editor November 28, 2024

Since high school, strangers have compared Nick Anderson, a 26-year-old chief of staff at Shipyard Software and a Melrose native, to Tom Holland, a 28-year-old English actor best known for his role as Spider-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. So when Anderson heard of a look-alike...

Members of the military carry flags as they pass the Old South Church. The American, city of Boston and Boston Fire Department flags (left to right) were featured.

Annual Boston parade honors Veterans Day

Margot Murphy, deputy photo editor November 17, 2024

An American flag, hoisted toward the sky by a firetruck, billowed and overlooked Copley Square as numerous veterans and active duty military marched across the city Nov. 9. Boston hosts the parade annually to honor the sacrifice of veterans and thank those who continue to serve. The...

A scarecrow’s head illuminates the cornfield around him. The scarecrow was accompanied by spiders and ghouls seen throughout the harvest-themed haunted house.

Boston’s newest Halloween experience comes alive

Brian Daniels, photo staff October 28, 2024

Boston’s newest Halloween attraction is here for a limited time. First opening the week of Oct. 9, Boston’s Wicked Haunt Fest takes a new spin on Halloween thrills. Carl Rugato, the founder of Boston’s Wicked Haunt Fest, has been in the entertainment business since college....

Piles of clothes sit strewn about on the floor. Many customers sat on the floor sifting through the massive piles.

Inside The Garment District’s warehouse of refurbished wonders

Nia Calais, photo staff October 27, 2024

Impossible to miss, The Garment District’s pink-painted exterior grabs one’s attention immediately. Once inside, it’s hard to leave. Located in Cambridge, the business brands itself an “alternative department store” with endless clothing options from Halloween costumes...