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In his first executive act, Newton Mayor Marc Laredo signed an order on Feb. 5 limiting local government cooperation with federal enforcement, joining the effort of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and other leaders from communities across Greater Boston. “I really do feel that in a time when our democracy and our rights under the federal state constitutions are being threatened, I … [Read more...] about Mayor Laredo Signs Executive Order Limiting Newton’s Cooperation With Federal Immigration Enforcement

Warfare extends far beyond the battlefield and can incorporate tactics that are unconventional to the average soldier. In these turbulent times, rising and established powers are precariously pushing the limits of confrontation.  Seizing international waterway vessels belonging to the oil transportation industry appears to be the latest form of conflict between two countries … [Read more...] about International Tankers Have Become the Pawns in the Chess Match Between World Powers

Almost three years ago to the day, I submitted my first-ever contribution to The Heights: an arguably (over)dramatic piece about my ever-growing hatred for Valentine’s Day. Even as I poured out my frustrations onto the page in front of me, some semblance of hope still burned within me. I hadn’t yet closed myself off from the idea of a spark making its way into my life. After … [Read more...] about Avoidantly in Love

Basketball, arguably unlike football or hockey, is a sport that rewards individual greatness. A single player can dominate a game—or, at least, that was the case in Conte Forum on Saturday afternoon, as Miami men’s basketball beat Boston College 74–68. Miami leading scorer Malik Reneau scored the first bucket of the game, hitting a three to put the Hurricanes (18–5, 7–3 … [Read more...] about Miami Pulls Away Down the Stretch, Hands BC Fourth Straight Loss

As No. 11 Boston College men’s hockey searched for some positive momentum heading into the Beanpot Final, the Eagles found the opposite and got crushed 6–1 by Vermont at home on Friday night. The game marked the third time the two teams have met this season. BC (15–9–1, 10–6–0 Hockey East) had gone 2–0 in their sweep over Vermont (12–14–0, 7–9–0) in early November, but the … [Read more...] about No. 11 BC Suffers 6–1 Upset Loss to Vermont

Cameron Berry didn’t think he’d ever return to the screen after winning $26,600 from Jeopardy!, but the assistant director of applications and data analysis became a local star upon his reappearance on Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions (TOC).  “I basically figured I was out of ever returning to Jeopardy! after my one win, so I hadn’t put any stock into it, and then I got a call … [Read more...] about More Than a Game: Berry Reflects on the Lessons and Connections Gained From ‘Jeopardy!’ Tournament of Champions

UGBC voted to extend and expand its free laundry supply program to all first-year laundry rooms on Tuesday night, following a successful pilot program last spring.  “We just know how expensive laundry can be here,” said Jordan Doty, student senator and LSEHD ’28.  UGBC launched a smaller-scale program last spring to support students with financial difficulties. The … [Read more...] about UGBC To Provide All Freshmen With Free Laundry Supplies

Boston College faculty, students, and community members came together Tuesday evening to celebrate the beginning of Black History Month and call for resistance through joy and community. “Let this guide you throughout the month and challenge you to seek that joy in every person you encounter by listening, uplifting, and honoring the stories and experiences that shape them for … [Read more...] about BHM Opening Ceremony Emphasizes Resistance and Restoration in Overcoming Adversity