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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

History and authenticity can only be claimed by Boston’s little Italy

Amanda Brecher October 22, 2023
I can’t say that Eataly doesn’t have a good mission, and I won’t say that I haven’t explored its markets with wide eyes and an open stomach –– but my main concern is its place in Boston.
Lila Baltaxe | Graphic Artist

How ‘Normal People’ teaches us what it means to be human | Picture This

Ariadna Sandoval February 16, 2023
I finally understood why the series had been such a big hit: it was an authentic and raw display of what it means to be human, all through the exploration of a complicated love story. 
Smaran Ramidi / DFP Staff

EDITORIAL: Racism is alive and well in Boston— is media coverage worsening the problem?

Editors March 31, 2022
Instead of pictures of neo-Nazis and endless repetitions of their disgusting slogans, the media should highlight actions we can take to stop white supremacy, or resources for people who could be the target of a hate crime. 
Jack-O’-Lanterns. As Boston prepares to celebrate Halloween this year, many residents are opting to get in the spooky spirit with smaller gatherings and parties. LUWA YIN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Halloween festivities creep back into Boston, still more subdued than pre-COVID

Jit Ping Lee October 21, 2021
As we approach Halloween on Oct. 31, the City of Boston is preparing to celebrate the holiday. 
walking in the wind by one direction on spotify

Song Spotlight: ‘Walking in the Wind’ by One Direction

Katrina Liu April 16, 2021
Listening to One Direction brings me back to a simpler time while showing me how much I’ve grown.
Yvonne Tang/DFP STAFF

Politics Philosophized: Unified Ireland?

Max Ferrandino March 17, 2021
Northern Ireland leaving the EU would create many problems that would be difficult to resolve, as if a unified Ireland is already a sensitive enough issue

My deep dive into renter-friendly apartment makeovers

Emma Sánchez November 12, 2020
I’m a sucker for DIYs. There’s something so satisfying about transforming an item into something beautiful yourself. Rental-friendly makeover channels on YouTube suggest temporary decorative changes for any apartment.
Norwegian singer-songwriter Anna of the North performs at Brighton Music Hall Thursday. JENNIFER SURYADJAJA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Anna of the North is everyone’s dream girl at Brighton Music Hall

Jennifer Suryadjaja February 23, 2020
Pop has been a staple genre in the music industry since the beginning of music, and Anna of the North came to Brighton Music Hall Thursday night to revitalize it, offering a feel-good energy and candid show.
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