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A California city was worried it was failing local businesses. They asked a group of students to find out

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 2d

A California city was worried it was failing local businesses. They asked a group of @northeasternu.bsky.social students to find out.

Here's what happened: ⤵️

When a Bay Area city reached out to Northeastern for feedback on its support for small business owners, undergrads helped.

Supreme Court’s 2025-26 term begins today. Here are five big cases to keep an eye on in the coming weeks.

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 2d

Executive power, tariffs and voting rights are on the docket as the 2025-26 Supreme Court term kicks off this week.

Preview the notable cases that SCOTUS will hear: ⤵️

The Supreme Court began a new term Monday — one poised to shape the direction of U.S. policy and presidential power, legal experts say.

His brother had ADHD and an idea. He turned it into a Superpower

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 3d

Max Sussman, a 2023 @northeasternu.bsky.social graduate, helped his brother Jake transform a fledgling idea into Superpower Mentors — a startup connecting students with adult mentors who share the same learning differences.

Northeastern University grad Max Sussman spent much of his senior year helping his neurodivergent brother start a mentoring business.

Is the Super Bowl ready for Bad Bunny?

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 7d

Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show, bringing Puerto Rican pride and political edge to the NFL’s biggest stage.

Is the Super Bowl ready? A @northeasternu.bsky.social professor weighs in. ⤵️

Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl halftime show, bringing Puerto Rican pride and political edge to the NFL’s biggest stage.

This AI teen named Jordan helps train nurses to ask the tough questions

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 10d

This AI teen named Jordan helps train nursing students at @northeasternu.bsky.social to ask the tough questions.

This Northeastern professor developed an AI chatbot to help nursing students practice their communication skills with patients.

Northeastern and Dana-Farber team up to train the next generation of oncology nurses

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 14d

In the midst of a global nursing shortage combined with a growing need for oncology patient care, @northeasternu.bsky.social and @danafarber.bsky.social have launched a first-of-its-kind partnership to strengthen the oncology nursing workforce.

The Northeastern University partnership with Dana-Farber integrates oncology-specific expertise across all levels of nursing education.

Will the Fed’s rate cut lower mortgage rates? Northeastern economist explains

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 20d

The Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate on Wednesday. Is now the time for eager homebuyers to take out a mortgage?

Not necessarily, a @northeasternu.bsky.social economist says.

The Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds Rate by a quarter-point on Wednesday, lowering the short-term rate to about 4.1%, down from 4.3%.

ChatGPT is getting parental controls after a teen died by suicide. This is why experts say they aren't enough

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 21d

ChatGPT is getting parental controls after a teen died by suicide. AI experts at @northeasternu.bsky.social say it's not enough.

Here's why: ⤵️

After a teen died by suicide, ChatGPT is introducing parental controls. Northeastern AI experts say it avoids the underlying issue.

What motivates youthful assassins like suspected Charlie Kirk killer Tyler Robinson?

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · 24d

What motivates youthful assassins like suspected #CharlieKirk killer Tyler Robinson?

Young people sometimes lack the maturity and empathy that often come with age, @northeasternu.bsky.social experts say.

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Political figures, both Republican and Democrat, have come under violent attack in recent months. Some suspects are members of Gen Z.

Can you get the updated COVID shot in your state?

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Sep 9

Amid confusion at the federal level about access to updated COVID-19 vaccines, several states are taking steps this fall to make sure that residents have broad access to the shots.

Amid confusion and apparent age restrictions, some states are taking steps to ensure their residents can get the COVID vaccine this fall.

Ann M. Simmons, award-winning journalist and former WSJ Moscow bureau chief, named executive editor of Northeastern Global News

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Sep 4

Former @wsj.com Moscow bureau chief Ann M. Simmons has been named executive editor of @northeasternu.bsky.social's Northeastern Global News.

Read more: bit.ly/46nefaw

A veteran journalist with decades of experience, Simmons will step in to lead Northeastern’s award-winning news organization in October.

Click here to watch the livestream of the Northeastern University 2025 Convocation ceremony on the Boston campus.

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Sep 2

🚨 LIVE: Tune in to convocation on @northeasternu.bsky.social’s Boston campus to help kick off the new academic year.

Boston Convocation 2025

What’s next for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce? A ‘Princess Diana’ wedding as the pop star controls the message

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 28

The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding is going to be our version of Princess Diana’s wedding, a @northeasternu.bsky.social communications crisis manager predicts.

The pop star and the football player have become part of one another’s respective brands. Will this continue as they head down the aisle?

Researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever with 80% accuracy

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Network Science Institute @nunetsi.bsky.social · Aug 22

After publishing two new studies on the #dengue virus, @nunetsi.bsky.social professors 𝗠𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗼 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗮 and 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻 caught the attention of @nuglobalnews.bsky.social, which covered their different approaches to #forecasting dengue fever outbreaks.

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Northeastern researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever outbreaks, giving health officials time to prepare for spikes.

Northeastern physical therapy student finds boldness in the clinic — and on stage

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Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 25

When she’s not taking the stage as the Swan Queen in Maine State Ballet’s production of “Swan Lake,” @northeasternu.bsky.social student Elizabeth Chadbourne is busy studying to become a physical therapist.

When not performing in the Maine State Ballet, Elizabeth Chadbourne spends her time studying to become a physical therapist.

Northeastern’s London campus prepares to welcome more than 1,100 new students

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 25

More than 1,100 @northeasternu.bsky.social students are preparing to start their fall semester on the London campus. With classes kicking off on Monday, Sept. 8, there will be plenty of activities and welcome events to help them feel at home.

Northeastern’s London campus welcomes 1,100+ new students with move-in help, city tours, Husky Fest, and essential campus tips.

Hundreds of students from the Bay Area and around the world will move onto Northeastern University’s campus in Oakland, California.

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 22

Hundreds of students from the Bay Area and around the world will move onto @northeasternu.bsky.social's campus in Oakland, California, on Saturday, Aug. 30, and Sunday, Aug. 31.

Here’s everything Huskies need to know before heading to campus. ⤵️

Oakland campus move-in

Researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever with 80% accuracy

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 21

With 80% accuracy, researchers at @northeasternu.bsky.social use machine learning to predict the emergence of a dengue fever outbreak — a breakthrough for public health officials tasked with preparing careworkers to handle spikes in the disease.

Northeastern researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever outbreaks, giving health officials time to prepare for spikes.

What is a ‘black moon’ — and what makes it so rare? An astrophysicist breaks it all down.

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 21

A purportedly rare "black moon" event is slated for this weekend — August 22 and 23. 🔭

What is a black moon, and what does it mean for stargazers? A @northeasternu.bsky.social astrophysicist explains. ⤵️

What is a black moon, and what does it mean for stargazers? Northeastern University astrophysicist Jonathan Blazek breaks it down.

Everything students (and parents) need to know about moving into Northeastern’s residence halls

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 21

Move-in for @northeasternu.bsky.social students living in the Boston campus residence halls is less than a week away. Check out our comprehensive guide for everything you need to know ahead of the big move. ⤵️

Students and their families understandably have questions as they prepare for the move. Northeastern Global News has got you covered.

If reestablished to educate kids, the Presidential Fitness Test could address obesity in American children

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 20

If the reinstated Presidential Fitness Test emphasizes education over competition, it could benefit a generation of American children, many of whom are considered obese, a @northeasternu.bsky.social fitness expert says.

The outcome of the presidential fitness test for the current generation depends on what the test emphasizes, Northeastern experts say.

Can a president eliminate mail-in voting by executive order?

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 19

President Donald Trump said he would “lead a movement” to get rid of mail-in ballots. Can a president eliminate mail-in voting by executive order? A @northeasternu.bsky.social expert explains.

President Donald Trump announced via social media that he is going to lead a movement to eliminate mail-in ballots.

Researchers achieve new insights about liquid metals, opening doors for the creation of new materials

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 19

With direct impacts on everything from electronics to engineering, research from @northeasternu.bsky.social’s Steve Lustig opens up pathways to create entirely new kinds of organic metals.

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The foundational work of Northeastern researchers could be critical to future work on extremely strong carbon-based materials.

Northeastern research finds infant anesthesia may speed up brain development

Northeastern Global News @nuglobalnews.bsky.social · Aug 18

Early exposure to general anesthetics accelerates learning in infants, according to @northeasternu.bsky.social research, a finding that raises questions about the use of such drugs during critical periods of brain development.

Northeastern research reveals how anesthesia can accelerate brain development in infants, raising questions about surgery timings.