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People walk past a burn-out marketplace following an earthquake in Japan.
World News

 Japan’s latest earthquake could’ve been much worse, a Northeastern expert says, but the country spends money to ‘keep people safe’

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by Erin Kayata
A person wearing a black shirt sits inside an ice bath.
Health

Ice baths are popular with celebrities, but what are the health benefits, if any — and risks?

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by Erin Kayata
100 dollar bill stacks.
Business

Inflation, recession, soft landing? Northeastern economist has not been ‘this optimistic about the economy in a long time’  

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by Cyrus Moulton
Person watching a TikTok video of a person explaining why Drunk Elephant skincare products aren't for children.
Society & Culture

Why are so many kids requesting Drunk Elephant skincare products for the holidays?

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by Erin Kayata
White Tylenol tablets.
Health

How much Tylenol is safe to take while pregnant? Researchers associate higher acetaminophen use with language delays in early childhood

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by Cyrus Moulton
Amy Dablemont Burnes and Harsh Shah hugging.
University News

During the holidays and beyond, ‘Home Away From Home’ connects international students to the community

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by Cyrus Moulton
A rustic wooden table topped with cheese, grapes, and cured meats.
Health

Cheese plates, eggnog, and gingerbread houses: How to enjoy your favorite holiday treats without getting food poisoning

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by Erin Kayata
Lava bursting out of the volcano in Grindavik Iceland.
World News

How long will the volcanic eruption in Iceland last? It depends how much magma needs to come out, expert says

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by Cyrus Moulton
Screen capture from the film May December of Julianne Moore and Natalie Portman both standing looking in a mirror while doing their makeup.
Arts & Entertainment

 ‘May December’ highlights serious consequences of childhood sexual abuse

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by Erin Kayata
Noah Kahan playing guitar while singing into a microphone on stage under blue lights.
Arts & Entertainment

Why is Noah Kahan’s ‘Stick Season’ so popular outside of New England?

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by Erin Kayata
Leaders at the COP28 climate conference.
World News

‘Historic’ yet ‘disappointing’ COP28 agreement does not go far enough in fight against climate change, experts say

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by Cyrus Moulton
Slices of cantaloupe melon.
Health

Why cantaloupe is a fruit you should avoid — recall or not — food safety expert says

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by Erin Kayata