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★★★★☆ A mother’s intuition typically tells her to protect her kids at all costs, but sometimes different psychological factors play into mothers doing just the opposite.  Medea is a Greek mythology figure who is known for just that—she kills her two sons after their father leaves her for another woman. In the film Saint Omer, Laurence Coly (Gusalgie Malanda), is on trial … [Read more...] about ‘Saint Omer’ Touches on Motherhood’s Complicated Nature

As stores explode with roses, chocolate, and everything in between, the world seems to be tinted in pink and red. Newton is no exception, and the city is offering a number of opportunities for Valentine’s Day. Here are five ways to celebrate the holiday.  Love You Boo Bags  For those looking to exercise their creativity, consider picking up paint kits from The Paint Bar. No … [Read more...] about A Loving List of Ways To Spend Your Valentine’s Day in Newton

Joseph Johnson, a former NFL player and assistant director of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Boston University’s Goldman School of Dental Medicine, highlighted the importance of perseverance and mental health in career development during the annual Men of Color Conference.  “You can’t do the thing that you do just because someone else told you to do it,” Johnson said. “Let … [Read more...] about 2023 Men of Color Conference Offers Career Development Advice for AHANA Students

This is America, an exhibit that details the history of the United States through art, opened on Feb. 4 at Nearby Gallery in Newton Centre. The exhibit, curated by Jamaal Eversley, aims to grapple with the country’s history, according to Eversley.  “This is America is about showing the good, bad, beautiful, and ugly of America,” he wrote in a document that introduces the … [Read more...] about ‘This is America’ Art Exhibit in Newton Centre Chronicles History of the United States

On March 14, Newton residents will vote on three ballot questions regarding Mayor Ruthanne Fuller’s proposed $15 million tax increase in compliance with Massachusetts’ Proposition 2 ½ procedure. According to the proposition, Massachusetts municipalities cannot raise property taxes by more than 2.5 percent annually without community approval via an override vote. Newton’s … [Read more...] about Newton Residents Voice Opinions for and Against Override

Boston College is looking to expand its use of restorative practices to broader community building, according to Melissa Woolsey, the associate dean of student conduct. “Restorative practices look to really loop in that community aspect,” Woolsey said. “What is BC’s stance, purpose, needs, when it comes to conflict and other issues, especially around inclusion, belonging, and … [Read more...] about BC Looking to Expand Use of Restorative Practices on Campus

It’s not often that a lacrosse team holds its ranked opponent to just three goals in a contest.  But that is exactly what No. 3 Boston College lacrosse (1–0) did to No. 18 Southern California (0–1) in its season opener at Fish Field House. The game was a one-sided affair, and BC defeated the Trojans 14–3 behind a mix of overpowering offense and lockdown defense. “I … [Read more...] about No. 3 Eagles Take Down No. 18 Southern California For Season-Opening Win

While Maine entered Friday’s contest against Boston College men’s hockey as a winner in three of its last four games, the Eagles entered the matchup on the opposite end of the spectrum—winless in their last seven games. And even though there have been stretches of light throughout BC’s drought, the Eagles’ winless streak continued Friday night in Conte Forum.  “We’ve … [Read more...] about Eagles Let Up Two Early Goals Against Maine as Winless Streak Extends to Eight Games

★★★★☆ Active since 1984, Yo La Tengo was indie before indie was a thing. Influenced by British alternative bands such as The Velvet Underground and The Kinks, Yo La Tengo introduced the dreamy shoegaze genre to American audiences.   Shoegaze, an offshoot of alternative rock, is characterized by obscured vocals, murky guitar, and a noisy feeling of nostalgia. It has … [Read more...] about Yo La Tengo Brings Shoegaze To Modern Listeners With ‘This Stupid World’