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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Iris Ren | Senior Graphic Artist

A typical Sunday in New York City: Soaked, hungry and no reservations

Nino Machavariani March 2, 2025
This is my favorite part of any city day — leaning back in your seat and watching the world pass by through the train window. Bonus points if the sun is setting as it's the perfect way to wrap up the day. 
East to West: Sept 19. 2022

East to West: Sept 19. 2022

Ellen Maloney September 19, 2022

ARRGGG, matey! Happy International Talk like a pirate day! Today on East to West we cover Starbucks demanding union strikers to move off property, a $500,000 increase in funding for BU student organizations,...

Allston trash and recycling bins

Allston residents continue to report large numbers of rats and waste

Leila El Alam September 14, 2022
Some Allston residents have reported waste and rats, a constant issue in the city.
Residents of several Boston neighborhoods have noticed an increase in rodent infestations since the pandemic began. COURTESY OF G. SCOTT SEGLER VIA WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Rat populations increase in Boston neighborhoods

Daniel Kool September 24, 2020
Residents are reporting an uptick in rat infestations throughout several Boston neighborhoods as the pandemic shifts food waste into residential areas.
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