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If Tuesday night’s game was a final exam, Boston College women’s basketball would not have received a passing grade.  The Eagles (4–9, 0–1 Atlantic Coast) fell to Bryant (8–3) 80–71 to extend their losing streak to five games. Lily Carmody led the way for BC with 15 points, while Kayla Rolph added on 13 points and three 3-pointers on 50 percent shooting from deep. Turnovers … [Read more...] about Bryant’s Hot Shooting Spells Doom for BC as the Eagles Fall 80–71

Ten years ago, The Heights still printed twice a week. When the stacks of newspapers hit the stalls, I am told, students would flock to pick up their morning copy, each issue rich with the resinous smell of ink. Fifty years ago, fresh off our financial and editorial split from the University, our editions were fat with advertisements: “Just $199 for Spring Break in the Sun!”, a … [Read more...] about Stories, Stories, Stories

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Hello…Shovelhead!’s highly anticipated return to the Boston College comedy scene came this weekend with their recent show entitled “Local Beauties,” which graced campus on Friday and Saturday. Shovelhead cultists and comedy enjoyers alike packed Fulton 511 with high expectations, eagerly looking forward to another outstanding performance.  As the lights dimmed and projector … [Read more...] about Hello…Shovelhead!’s ‘Local Beauties’ Provides Laughter and A Respite During Finals

Boston College women’s basketball head coach Joanna Bernabei-McNamee has often commented on her team being undersized. On Sunday afternoon, ACC opponent Virginia capitalized on that size disadvantage, outscoring BC 42–18 in the paint. The Eagles’ offensive unit also faltered, shooting 19 of 64 from the field as the Cavaliers (7–3, 1–0 Atlantic Coast) blocked nine shots. “I … [Read more...] about BC Drops ACC Opener, Blown Out 81–55 by Virginia

Elizabeth Home Decor & Design spread holiday cheer and joy on its 20th annual Holiday Shopping Open House this Wednesday. “We do an open house every year, and we bring in some guest vendors and some giftable items that we normally don’t sell,” owner and founder Elizabeth Benedict said. “[We] make it more accessible and affordable for anyone who comes in to buy a quick … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Home Decor & Design Spreads Holiday Cheer With Annual Open House

Like many other makeup lovers, I reach for my coveted bottle of Charlotte Tilbury’s Hollywood Flawless Filter every day. With one swipe, everything looks a little brighter: glowy, smooth, and effortlessly put together. Within seconds, my skin is void of blemishes, polished, and perhaps most unfortunately, just a bit too perfect. Life at Boston College, in all of its glory, is a … [Read more...] about The Heights, but With a Filter: BC’s Polished Perfection

Dancing With the Stars’ 34th season saw record-breaking viewership as fans tuned in week after week to watch their favorite celebrities take to the dance floor. Last week’s finale saw Jordan Chiles, Alix Earle, Dylan Efron, Elaine Hendrix, and Robert Irwin take to the ballroom to compete for the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy, with Irwin, the Australian conservationist, taking … [Read more...] about What Your Favorite Dancing With the Stars Finalist Says About You

Last September, Perianne Caron registered for her first-ever pageant. Less than a year later, she found herself standing on stage with flowers in her hands and the Miss Massachusetts USA 2025 crown on her head.  “I didn’t see myself actually winning,” Caron said. “I registered in September, and then all of a sudden, it was June, and here we are.” Caron, CGSOM ’26, was crowned … [Read more...] about “A True Princess”: Perianne Caron Emphasizes Service and Scholarship as Miss Massachusetts USA