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Nikki Haley: candidate capable of compromise | Not to Get Political But

Lauren Albano November 1, 2023
Nikki Halley recent popularity in the polls is a good sign that Republicans are tired of Trump and DeSantis' antics and may be ready for a candidate capable of compromise.
Protesters at the vigil holding signs in support of the groups affected by the Urumqi fire and China’s strict Covid policies. JULIAN ZHU/DFP STAFF

Zero-COVID policy and Urumqi fire sparks candlelight vigil in Chinatown

Daily Free Press Staff December 6, 2022
Chanting “Free China” and “Freedom,” more than a hundred people gathered at Tiananmen Memorial in Boston to mourn for the victims of the Urumqi fire and protest China’s strict COVID-19 restrictions on Dec. 2. 
Foreign Affairs Feature: Asia-Pacific region and the Thucydides Trap

Foreign Affairs Feature: Asia-Pacific region and the Thucydides Trap

International Relations Review March 29, 2022
The power struggle between the United States and China in the Asia-Pacific region is commonly explained in International Relations through Harvard professor Graham Allison's Thucydides Trap concept.
Lucas Zhang /  DFP Staff

I Call Foul Play: What world is Vladimir Putin creating?

Luca Becker March 16, 2022
Though Putin knows his economy is suffering due to his invasion, he cannot and will not stop. 
Emma Moneuse/DFP STAFF

Spotlight on Society: Stop interchanging Asians in casting

Emma Shapiro March 18, 2021
All people — regardless of ethnicity or race — are three-dimensional and unique, so they should be represented as such and not used as some trophy for diversity and inclusion.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Let’s Talk About: Regaining US popularity around the world

Mayela Machribie Lumban Gaol February 24, 2021
I want to point out that recent events under the Trump administration have negatively changed the world’s perception of this country. However, I believe in second chances, and I think the United States can regain its popularity around the world.
Boston University’s Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies hosted a virtual panel Friday in which professors discussed the impact of the U.S. presidential election on other countries. LAURYN ALLEN/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

IR professors examine international impact of 2020 US presidential election

Rachel Do November 18, 2020
This year's election has fed much of American news coverage, but the race has also garnered attention far beyond U.S. borders.
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EDITORIAL: Gender roles diminished women-led responses to COVID-19

Editors April 29, 2020
There are so few women in such high-level positions of power —  an intended consequence of how young women are socialized.
From left to right: Penn Loh, Wilton Tejeda, Adam Strom and Mr. Body Homicile speak at a talk on gentrification Wednesday evening hosted by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. RACHEL SHARPLES/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

MFA City Talks series questions immigrant experience in Boston

Becca Campbell November 15, 2018
The Museum of Fine Arts welcomed an eager group of visitors Wednesday night, who were combatting the cold. The group gathered at the museum for a conversation, part of the “City Talks” series, that featured stories about migration and the theme of belonging.
A look at incoming Class of 2021 Early Decision students

A look at incoming Class of 2021 Early Decision students

Breanne Kovatch January 19, 2017

The Boston University admissions office has seen an increase in this year’s Early Decision applicants. The university has received 4,181 Early Decision applicants, providing a 22 percent increase from...

JOHNSTON: Your move, China

JOHNSTON: Your move, China

Andrew Johnston December 6, 2016

With the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump scheduled for our first week back from winter break, the spring semester will surely be filled with some surprises from our new executive branch. Barack...

EDITORIAL: McCafé in historic Chinese building cheapens rich history

EDITORIAL: McCafé in historic Chinese building cheapens rich history

Editors November 20, 2015

Chinese residents are furious after a McCafé franchise opened inside a historic 84-year-old villa located in the Chinese city of Hangzhou. The building briefly housed Chiang Ching-kuo, former Taiwanese...

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