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Buttons, pizza trucks and robot cars. Northeastern engineering students design and build toys that teach STEM to school children in Oakland
Students testing a toy built by an engineering student.

Buttons, pizza trucks and robot cars. Northeastern engineering students design and build toys that teach STEM to school children in Oakland

With their classroom sitting next to the Mills College Children’s School, the students showed their toys to the children for feedback.
From science to ‘Suits,’ Northeastern community shows off its research in the 2024 RISE Expo

From science to ‘Suits,’ Northeastern community shows off its research in the 2024 RISE Expo

Over 400 Northeastern students presented research inside Matthews Arena, a record-breaking number for the RISE Expo.
‘An example of stewardship, integrity and honesty.’ Mike Dukakis celebrated by governors, Northeastern community

‘An example of stewardship, integrity and honesty.’ Mike Dukakis celebrated by governors, Northeastern community

Past and present political leaders, academics, and friends convened to celebrate Dukakis and discuss different eras in his career
Entire Northeastern community rallies to support student clubs and programs during record-setting Giving Day

Entire Northeastern community rallies to support student clubs and programs during record-setting Giving Day

Giving Day is a 24-hour fundraiser designed to support the university’s various programs and student clubs.
Northeastern student researches dolphin behavior for a Greek marine conservation nonprofit during Mediterranean Sea co-op

Northeastern student researches dolphin behavior for a Greek marine conservation nonprofit during Mediterranean Sea co-op

Francesca Russell spend her semester researching dolphin behavior for a Greek marine conservation nonprofit.

Israel-Hamas War

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praying with hands uplifted in front of a large crowd, also praying.

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

Iran launched a strike, deploying more than 300 drones and missiles, 99% which were intercepted by Israel and its allies.
How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

How the U.S. Army will build a floating pier to deliver humanitarian aid to war-torn Gaza

Engineering expert Qin Jim Chen says the mission presents several challenges, but none are insurmountable.
A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

A generational divide on views of Israel … in both parties, according to new survey 

“I think one topline finding that resonates with prior survey findings and some prior research is that there are both partisan and generational differences in attitudes towards Israel and Palestine,” David Lazer says.
Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

Could the Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine wars escalate into World War III?

With tensions now flaring in the Middle East and in Europe, can the two crises snowball into one global war or are they contained?
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

International Holocaust Remembrance Day is more important – and more complicated – than ever this year, Northeastern experts say

The need to understand the horrors of the Holocaust and the role of fascism and antisemitism in the genocide has added weight this year.

World News

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

Iran’s strike on Israel can be seen as ‘declaration of war,’ Northeastern expert says

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

Should ‘extreme breeding’ of dachshunds and French bulldogs be banned? ‘Not pleasant to be a pug in many ways’

Should ‘extreme breeding’ of dachshunds and French bulldogs be banned? ‘Not pleasant to be a pug in many ways’

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Society & Culture

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

O.J. Simpson is dead. How the former NFL star’s double-murder trial captured the nation’s attention

Video: These Northeastern grads met on the Green Line. They’re now husband, wife and owners of two independent pharmacies

Video: These Northeastern grads met on the Green Line. They’re now husband, wife and owners of two independent pharmacies

Video: 2023 graduate reflects on her Northeastern experience: neuroscience, co-ops, sports and volunteerism

Video: 2023 graduate reflects on her Northeastern experience: neuroscience, co-ops, sports and volunteerism

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Health

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

Can stretching replace other types of exercise? Fitness experts explain the positives (and negatives) of the latest trend

Can stretching replace other types of exercise? Fitness experts explain the positives (and negatives) of the latest trend

Almost half of US prisons are likely contaminated by dangerous ‘forever chemicals,’ new Northeastern research shows

Almost half of US prisons are likely contaminated by dangerous ‘forever chemicals,’ new Northeastern research shows

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Business

What are the pros and cons of using tax software? Expert offers advice as Tax Day approaches in US

What are the pros and cons of using tax software? Expert offers advice as Tax Day approaches in US

California’s fast-food minimum wage hike a ‘new strategy’ for progressives, economist

California’s fast-food minimum wage hike a ‘new strategy’ for progressives, economist

It’s ‘The Beanpot of Ventures.’ Northeastern hosts Boston’s biggest student entrepreneurial event of the year

It’s ‘The Beanpot of Ventures.’ Northeastern hosts Boston’s biggest student entrepreneurial event of the year

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Lifestyle

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

This co-op at a Napa Valley winery teaches students about wine ‘from grape to bottle’

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

Efforts to limit fast-food near homes need rethinking, Northeastern researcher says

After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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After 20 years behind a desk, adventure seeker starts business leading hikes in the mountains

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Law

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

From Donald Trump to Karen Read — how does jury selection proceed in high-profile cases?

Lawsuit against Birkin bag maker Hermès is ‘a nonstarter’ in antitrust law, Northeastern expert says

Lawsuit against Birkin bag maker Hermès is ‘a nonstarter’ in antitrust law, Northeastern expert says

European regulators are cracking down on Alphabet, Apple and Meta. Will that have an impact on how their products work around the world?

European regulators are cracking down on Alphabet, Apple and Meta. Will that have an impact on how their products work around the world?

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Arts & Entertainment

Will Taylor Swift’s new album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ break Spotify? Content delivery expert explains how streaming services work

Will Taylor Swift’s new album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ break Spotify? Content delivery expert explains how streaming services work

Northeastern graduate and cancer survivor channels her experience to produce first feature film

Northeastern graduate and cancer survivor channels her experience to produce first feature film

What is ‘Fallout’? Physicist breaks down the science of Amazon’s sci-fi show and the horrifying reality of nuclear radiation

What is ‘Fallout’? Physicist breaks down the science of Amazon’s sci-fi show and the horrifying reality of nuclear radiation

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Science & Technology

Buttons, pizza trucks and robot cars. Northeastern engineering students design and build toys that teach STEM to school children in Oakland

Buttons, pizza trucks and robot cars. Northeastern engineering students design and build toys that teach STEM to school children in Oakland

What is ‘Fallout’? Physicist breaks down the science of Amazon’s sci-fi show and the horrifying reality of nuclear radiation

What is ‘Fallout’? Physicist breaks down the science of Amazon’s sci-fi show and the horrifying reality of nuclear radiation

Northeastern student researches dolphin behavior for a Greek marine conservation nonprofit during Mediterranean Sea co-op

Northeastern student researches dolphin behavior for a Greek marine conservation nonprofit during Mediterranean Sea co-op

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Sports

This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

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This former cheerleader is aiming to be a ‘world-class star’ in hammer throw

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

Overheated or dehydrated after the Boston Marathon? These Northeastern physical therapy students will help you recover

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

March Madness is coming to a peak. Will collegiate basketball superstar Caitlin Clark maintain her momentum as she moves on to the WNBA?

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