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Former Ambassador to China Warns of Competitive Loss to China if U.S. Fails To Unify

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Former U.S. ambassador Nicholas Burns warned that the United States risks political disadvantages against China if it fails to resolve internal divisions and build national unity.  “Urgently, we’ve got to rebuild ourselves at home,” Burns said. “We are a divided, disputatious, and sometimes dysfunctional darkness. A country cannot be powerful and effective overseas if they’re … [Read more...] about Former Ambassador to China Warns of Competitive Loss to China if U.S. Fails To Unify

Eagles Score Two Goals in Final Three Minutes, Snatch Victory Over Rival BU

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It was a sultry September evening under the floodlights on Tuesday night as Boston College men’s soccer took on its local rival Boston University.  The tension between the teams matched the humidity at the Newton Soccer Stadium and nerves were palpable in the opening period, as scrappy possession by both teams defined the beginning of the game. (Anatoly Guz / Heights Staff) The … [Read more...] about Eagles Score Two Goals in Final Three Minutes, Snatch Victory Over Rival BU

Finding My Oasis

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I choked back tears as the glass doors to Heathrow Airport slid open in front of me, an invisible barrier about to split my life down the center. Four months had flown by in the blink of an eye, and, somehow, my long-dreaded departure from London had finally arrived. After navigating past blockades of suitcases and souvenir shops adorned with Big Ben memorabilia, I arrived at … [Read more...] about Finding My Oasis

Eagles Register No Shots in Opening Half, No. 2 NC State Shuts Out BC 2–0

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After an upset win over No. 14 Virginia last weekend, Boston College men’s soccer looked to continue that momentum against conference foe No. 2 NC State.  In a conference game against such a highly-ranked opponent, it was never going to be an easy affair for the Eagles. And coming into the game, NC State was yet to concede a goal all season.  That statistic held up on the field … [Read more...] about Eagles Register No Shots in Opening Half, No. 2 NC State Shuts Out BC 2–0

BC Remains Undefeated With 3–1 Win Over Harvard at Home

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It was immediately obvious when Boston College volleyball and Harvard took the floor on Thursday night that both teams had brought the energy, as both teams dished out heavy hits and the back lines hustled to keep the ball in play.  Although the first set started off rocky for the Eagles with Harvard (0–6) taking a quick 4–0 lead, BC (10–0) came back to win the match 3–1, … [Read more...] about BC Remains Undefeated With 3–1 Win Over Harvard at Home