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D.C. to BC: The Chip War and the Battle for Taiwan

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The U.S.-China rivalry has long been viewed in terms of power dynamics, military strength, and international security. Perhaps the real determinant of dominance is no less than a piece of silicon that is smaller than a fingernail.  Semiconductors, aka chips, are critical building blocks of the digital world, essential components for the production of cars, medical devices, and … [Read more...] about D.C. to BC: The Chip War and the Battle for Taiwan

BC’s Comeback Effort Comes Up Short as the Eagles Lose Rivalry Game Against UMass

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It’s become a recurring theme for Boston College men’s basketball this season—once again, the Eagles dropped the ball in the final minute. The rivalry between BC (5–6) and Massachusetts (7–3) renewed for the first time in more than a decade at the Hall of Fame Classic on Wednesday night, and despite a seven-point lead and a 16-point run, late-stage fouls cost the Eagles the … [Read more...] about BC’s Comeback Effort Comes Up Short as the Eagles Lose Rivalry Game Against UMass

Masked Protesters Chant Inflammatory Remarks Outside University President’s Office Tuesday Night

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A physical altercation between a protester and Boston College Police Department Deputy Chief Kevin Buckley occurred Tuesday evening after nearly 20 masked demonstrators rallied outside University President Rev. William P. Leahy, S.J.’s office.  During the demonstration, a protester moved to deliver a bundle of letters to the building’s front door. Buckley and BCPD Chief of … [Read more...] about Masked Protesters Chant Inflammatory Remarks Outside University President’s Office Tuesday Night

BIG SPECIAL Pushes Through Technical Difficulties To Provide Thrilling Performance

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The Rockwell, a dimly-lit theater stashed under a bar in Somerville, hosted BIG SPECIAL, a powerfully voiced, UK-based band of two on Dec. 8. In the intimate room, fans rose to their feet and clustered around the stage as the duo stepped out. In their second-ever headliner show in the United States, BIG SPECIAL celebrated their two album releases of 2025, POSTINDUSTRIAL … [Read more...] about BIG SPECIAL Pushes Through Technical Difficulties To Provide Thrilling Performance

“She Has So Much Vision”: Rocío Calvo Inspires Sustainable Change in the Field of Social Work

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Rocío Calvo has always been guided by an ardent passion to not only extend assistance to communities in need but also to inspire systemic and sustainable change.  Now, as vice president of the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR), Calvo has been able to advance this central mission of hers on an even larger stage.  Calvo, professor of global practice at the Boston … [Read more...] about “She Has So Much Vision”: Rocío Calvo Inspires Sustainable Change in the Field of Social Work

Bryant’s Hot Shooting Spells Doom for BC as the Eagles Fall 80–71

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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

Stories, Stories, Stories

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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

Hello…Shovelhead!’s ‘Local Beauties’ Provides Laughter and A Respite During Finals

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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