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When she spoke at BU’s Power of Narrative Conference, former New York Times Editor Jill Abramson described the current world of journalism as a “riptide” environment, a place where even strong swimmers …
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Any honey lover walking into Follow the Honey will undoubtedly be dazzled by the diverse and unique honeys they carry. There’s wildflower honey from a couple hours away in Deerfield, Mass. …
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Even if his name doesn’t ring a bell, his beats will: Iamsu! was the featured artist in “Gas Pedal” by Sage the Gemini (yes, the song that peaked at 29 on …
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Ethel Weiss is no stranger to interviews. In fact, it seems she’s a little tired of them. “[Journalists] interview me practically every five minutes,” she huffs. It’s for good reason. …
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BU’s Class of 2015 won’t have to wait until the senior breakfast on May 1 to find out the identity of their commencement speaker. The Quad obtained previously secret emails revealing that two-time Teen Choice Award-winner Ryan …
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By Maritt Nowak You may have seen “Pitch Perfect,” but what’s the real story on collegiate a cappella? We have a lot of outstanding a cappella groups performing at BU, …
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First, Scott Weiland was the frontman and lyricist of Stone Temple Pilots, known for “Plush,” “Interstate Love Song,” and “Sour Girl.” Then, he was part of Velvet Revolver, with “Slither,” …
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*Please note this article has spoilers for Season 3 of “House of Cards.”* After two seasons of political machinations and backstabbing — of the literal and figurative sense — Frank …
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In my review of Sleater-Kinney’s triumphant reunion album “No Cities to Love,” I mentioned that I wasn’t worried about it. I wasn’t worried that it would be a bad or …
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The suspension of MBTA services due to record-breaking snowfall last month left Boston University students and employees without a means of transportation and with fewer shifts. Anna Kemper (COM ’17) is …
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“If I were to walk to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston/Well, first I’d go to the room where they keep the Cézanne/But if I had by my side …
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Before watching the Oscars Sunday night, a friend of mine said that no matter what, the following mornings would be swamped with articles about how the wrong people won. Not enough surprises and they’d claim the awards …
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