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A yellow frog on a tree branch.
Science & Technology

This researcher wants to know why frogs are so good at tasting bitter things — and what it could mean for humans

Arlington/Washington: Congress

Kendrick Lamar rapping on stage wearing a blue coat and baseball jacket at Outside Lands Music festival.
Arts & Entertainment

Will Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show push NFL’s buttons or play it safe?

A screen capture from 'Grand Theft Hamlet' that shows five people standing around or on top of a car. One person is doing a flip off of the car.
Arts & Entertainment

‘Grand Theft Hamlet’ draws surprising connections between Shakespeare and gaming and shows all the game’s a stage, experts say

The silhouettes of three fire fighters standing in front of a blazing wildfire in California.
World News

The key to avoiding another devastating wildfire in LA? Fighting fire with fire, expert says

A screen capture of a character at night looking down at the camera as sparks fly across the screen.
Arts & Entertainment

Why is Oscar contender ‘The Brutalist’ sparking controversy for its use of AI?

Ms Rachel, in a pink headband, pink t-shirt, and blue overalls, looking at the camera excitedly
Society & Culture

YouTube star Ms. Rachel is bringing her children’s songs to Netflix. But are they good or bad for teaching children?

Black and white photo of David Lynch.
Society & Culture

David Lynch, master of the surreal, tapped into America’s shadow self and left a legacy that’s even more important now, experts say

A line of immigrants at the border wall.
World News

Data is clear that immigrants don’t increase crime in the United States, expert says

Portrait of John Turbessi.

John Turbessi is turbocharging Northeastern’s esports program

Celia Pearce's book "Playframes" standing up on a table.
Science & Technology

Jan. 6 and QAnon have their roots in gaming, Northeastern professor concludes in new book

Donald Trump speaking at a news conference.
World News

Trump’s comments on Greenland, Panama and Canada are “unprecedented,” international relations expert says. What do they mean for America’s future abroad?