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Nov 02 2025CRIME

A Late-Night Blast at Harvard: What Happened?

In the quiet hours of Saturday morning, a loud bang shook the Goldenson building at Harvard Medical School. Police quickly figured out it wasn't an accident. Two people ran away when a cop showed up. No one got hurt, but the building took some damage. The school shared pictures of the suspects late

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Nov 02 2025CRIME

A Blast at Harvard: What Happened and Why?

Early Saturday morning, a loud boom shook the Goldenson Building at Harvard Medical School. The explosion, which happened on the fourth floor, was no accident. The Boston Fire Department's Arson Unit confirmed it was deliberate. Two people were seen running away from the scene. They were dressed in

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Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's New Admissions Rule: What's Changing and Why?

Harvard University has recently instructed its alumni interviewers to steer clear of mentioning an applicant's race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin in their reports. This new rule is part of a broader shift in the university's admissions process, aimed at complying with recent legal develop

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Oct 27 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Hidden Political Divide: Students Speak Out

At Harvard University, a significant number of students feel like outsiders due to their political beliefs. These students, who lean towards the right, describe a campus environment that often seems unwelcoming to their views. They point out that rules seem to be enforced differently depending on th

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Oct 17 2025FINANCE

Harvard's Money Moves: Big Gains and Political Fights

Harvard University's investment fund, known as the endowment, hit a massive $56. 9 billion in 2025. This huge number is thanks to smart investments that paid off, even though the school faced some tough times with the government. The fund grew by nearly $4 billion in just one year, which is a lot of

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Oct 17 2025EDUCATION

Missing Voices: A Harvard Class on Black Women in Politics

A Harvard University course focusing on black women in politics has sparked discussion. The class, titled "History 167: Race, Gender, and the Law Through the Archive, " highlights notable figures like Michelle Obama, Stacey Abrams, and Kamala Harris. It aims to explore the impact of black women in p

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Oct 03 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Big Shift: Why Fewer PhD Students?

Harvard University is making a big change. They are cutting back on their doctoral programs. This is not a total stop, but a significant slowdown. The university says they are facing money troubles. Other schools are also feeling the pinch. Boston University, for example, paused some graduate progra

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Jul 31 2025EDUCATION

Harvard's Religion Program: A Clash of Ideas and Consequences

Harvard Divinity School's Religion and Public Life program has faced significant changes recently. The program, which aimed to promote understanding of religion's role in society, has been restructured. This shift comes after allegations of bias and antisemitism. Students and faculty involved in th

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Eating Plants: A Simple Way to Stay Sharp and Young

New research shows that eating more plants can help you stay healthy and live longer. This isn't just about eating salads. It's about a whole way of eating that focuses on plant-based foods. The study looked at over 105, 000 people. They were between 39 and 69 years old. Researchers tracked their d

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Jun 30 2025EDUCATION

Harvard in Hot Water: Federal Probe Reveals Campus Antisemitism Issues

Harvard University is under fire after a federal probe concluded that the prestigious school failed to shield Jewish students from harassment. The investigation, carried out by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights, uncovered a troubling pattern of antisemitism o

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