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A California city was worried it was failing local businesses. They asked a group of students to find out When a Bay Area city reached out to Northeastern for feedback on its support for small business owners, undergrads helped.

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: ⤵️

Supreme Court’s 2025-26 term begins today. Here are five big cases to keep an eye on in the coming weeks. The Supreme Court began a new term Monday — one poised to shape the direction of U.S. policy and presidential power, legal experts say.

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: ⤵️

His brother had ADHD and an idea. He turned it into a Superpower Northeastern University grad Max Sussman spent much of his senior year helping his neurodivergent brother start a mentoring business.

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.

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

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. ⤵️

This AI teen named Jordan helps train nurses to ask the tough questions This Northeastern professor developed an AI chatbot to help nursing students practice their communication skills with patients.

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

Northeastern and Dana-Farber team up to train the next generation of oncology nurses The Northeastern University partnership with Dana-Farber integrates oncology-specific expertise across all levels of nursing education.

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.

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

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.

ChatGPT is getting parental controls after a teen died by suicide. This is why experts say they aren't enough After a teen died by suicide, ChatGPT is introducing parental controls. Northeastern AI experts say it avoids the underlying issue.

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: ⤵️

What motivates youthful assassins like suspected Charlie Kirk killer Tyler Robinson? Political figures, both Republican and Democrat, have come under violent attack in recent months. Some suspects are members of Gen Z.

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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Can you get the updated COVID shot in your state? Amid confusion and apparent age restrictions, some states are taking steps to ensure their residents can get the COVID vaccine this fall.

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.

Ann M. Simmons, award-winning journalist and former WSJ Moscow bureau chief, named executive editor of Northeastern Global News A veteran journalist with decades of experience, Simmons will step in to lead Northeastern’s award-winning news organization in October.

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

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

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

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

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.

Researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever with 80% accuracy Northeastern researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever outbreaks, giving health officials time to prepare for spikes.

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 physical therapy student finds boldness in the clinic — and on stage When not performing in the Maine State Ballet, Elizabeth Chadbourne spends her time studying to become a physical therapist.

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.

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

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.

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

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. ⤵️

Researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever with 80% accuracy Northeastern researchers use machine learning to predict dengue fever outbreaks, giving health officials time to prepare for spikes.

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.

What is a ‘black moon’ — and what makes it so rare? An astrophysicist breaks it all down. What is a black moon, and what does it mean for stargazers? Northeastern University astrophysicist Jonathan Blazek breaks it down.

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. ⤵️

Everything students (and parents) need to know about moving into Northeastern’s residence halls Students and their families understandably have questions as they prepare for the move. Northeastern Global News has got you covered.

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. ⤵️

If reestablished to educate kids, the Presidential Fitness Test could address obesity in American children The outcome of the presidential fitness test for the current generation depends on what the test emphasizes, Northeastern experts say.

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.

Can a president eliminate mail-in voting by executive order? President Donald Trump announced via social media that he is going to lead a movement to eliminate mail-in ballots.

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.

Researchers achieve new insights about liquid metals, opening doors for the creation of new materials The foundational work of Northeastern researchers could be critical to future work on extremely strong carbon-based materials.

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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Northeastern research finds infant anesthesia may speed up brain development Northeastern research reveals how anesthesia can accelerate brain development in infants, raising questions about surgery timings.

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.

What is potentially deadly flesh-eating bacteria and why can infections be so hard to treat? Vibrio vulnificus thrives in warm, salty water. Cases are on the rise, with a man on Cape Cod being the latest to fall ill.

A surge in cases of a deadly flesh-eating bacteria that thrives in warm seawater is a chilling reminder of the potential danger associated with vacation pastimes like swimming and wading.

Here's what you need to know about the bacteria: ⤵️

Fall Fest is back and bigger than ever, offering students a chance to explore Northeastern clubs and activities Northeastern's Fall Fest on the Boston campus features 600+ student clubs varying from rocketry to beekeeping.

From rocket-building with AeroSpaceNU to beekeeping with the Bee Society, there is something for everyone when it comes to student organizations at @northeasternu.bsky.social.

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

When is orientation? What happens during convocation? Looking for housing information? Here’s everything you need to know about moving onto @northeasternu.bsky.social's Oakland campus. ⤵️

Northeastern researchers develop breakthrough heat-conductive plastic to help prevent advanced electronics from overheating Researchers are embedding a specially aligned network of ceramic particles connected by crystalline bridges which can conduct heat.

Helping to prevent advanced electronics from overheating, @northeasternu.bsky.social researchers developed a breakthrough heat-conductive plastic and are now working to scale up production of the material.

Northeastern to digitize archive of Boston legend Elma Lewis' work, chronicling Black art and joy Northeastern archivists plan to digitize several collections of Boston legend Elma Lewis’ work, chronicling Black art and joy.

Helping to shine a light on Boston’s Black community and arts history, the @northeasternu.bsky.social library is digitizing a treasure trove of archival materials from Boston legend Elma Lewis.

Everything students (and parents) need to know about moving into Northeastern’s residence halls Students and their families understandably have questions as they prepare for the move. Northeastern Global News has got you covered.

From what to pack, where to go and who will help, here’s everything @northeasternu.bsky.social students and their families need to know about moving into the Boston campus residence halls.