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Harvard Football: Harvard 31, Merrimack 7

The Crimson stay unbeaten and uncover a new star.

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Harvard Professor Michael Sandel Wins Philosophy’s Berggruen Prize

The creator of the popular ‘Justice’ course receives a $1 million award.

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Inside the Music

The New York Review | 10.20.2025

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Gambling. Investing. Gaming. There’s No Difference Anymore.

The New York Times | 10.20.2025

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Harvard’s Wealth Is Growing, Despite Trump’s Attacks on Its Funds

The New York Times | 10.16.2025

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Pete Hegseth railed against diversity and equity to generals. As a Harvard student, he had a much different take.

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Scott Edwards discovers evolution’s master switches.

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The Senior Housing Shortfall

As the ranks of the elderly swell, there are too few housing options for seniors who want to “age in place.”

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Winthrop Bell: Harvard Philosopher, MI6 Spy, and Early Forecaster of the Holocaust

Brief life of a philosopher and spy: 1884-1965

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Social Media Use and Adult Depression

A survey reveals suprising links between social media use and depression in adults.

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Wingsuit skydiver Alejandro Montagna on minimizing risk—at 150 mph

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A Verdant Cultural Retreat

Boston’s Forest Hills Cemetery is a welcome respite from the world.

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Attuned to Pianos

An instrument restorer’s beautiful obsession

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Inner Senses

Nicholas Bellono probes the biological basis of animal adaptations and behaviors.