Sky-High Demand for Affordable Apartments in Allston Highlights Housing Crunch

As a small fraction of affordable apartments open their lotteries to prospective residents, they are inundated with applications, creating waitlists that could stretch for years.

Blue Bottle Workers Rally at Harvard Square Location to Protest Firing of Union Organizer

Around 10 Blue Bottle employees rallied outside the coffee chain’s Harvard Square location on Monday to demand the reinstatement of a barista who was fired last week.

Harvard Chabad Appeals Zoning Board Decision to Reject Expansion

Harvard Chabad, after twice failing to secure city approval for a large-scale expansion, appealed the decision Monday afternoon — just hours before their deadline to do so.





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Fifteen Questions: Serhii Plokhii on Atlantis, Chernobyl, and the Dangers of Writing History

History professor and Ukrainian Research Institute director Serhii Plokhii sat down with FM to discuss his newly-published book on Chernobyl, his role as a historian of the Russo-Ukrainian war, and how searching for the lost city of Atlantis pulled him into academia.

‘Hyped Just About Right’: How the AI Boom is Reshaping Research at Harvard

As ChatGPT took the world by storm, many raised concerns about how it might help students cheat themselves out of learning. But a year and a half later, AI is changing the work of professors perhaps even more.




Women’s Soccer Wins One of Two on Midwest Trip, Remains Undefeated

The Harvard women’s soccer team was back in action last week, continuing with a match-up against the Milwaukee Panthers and then the Northwestern Wildcats. The Crimson delivered a commanding 4-2 victory over Milwaukee last Thursday, followed by a hard-fought 1-1 tie with Northwestern on Sunday.


Weezer Concert Review: A Faithful, Outlandish Homage to a Cosmic Musical Career

The last moments of the concert brought out some of Weezer's best musical work; the band went all-out in tribute to their debut and, arguably, apotheosis.

‘Short n’ Sweet’ Album Review: Playful and Poignant

“Short n’ Sweet,” is a dazzling dose of witty songwriting, sparkly synths, and dynamic vocals.

What the Hell Happened: Ready-To-Wear Actually Wearable at New York Fashion Week

These NYFW collections were anything but normal. Some were stunning, some ugly, and some just plain strange.

‘Harry Potter: The Exhibition’ Review: A Semi-Magical World of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Part memorabilia showcase, part immersive Wizarding World, the exhibition draws upon the nostalgia of a still-passionate league of fans.


Women’s Soccer Wins One of Two on Midwest Trip, Remains Undefeated

The Harvard women’s soccer team was back in action last week, continuing with a match-up against the Milwaukee Panthers and then the Northwestern Wildcats. The Crimson delivered a commanding 4-2 victory over Milwaukee last Thursday, followed by a hard-fought 1-1 tie with Northwestern on Sunday.

No. 7 Field Hockey Splits Weekend, Loses to No. 19 UAlbany, Bounces Back Against No. 16 UConn

No. 7 Harvard Field Hockey (3-1, 0-0 Ivy)  kicked off its home opener in Cambridge this past weekend, facing off against both the No. 19 UAlbany Great Danes (4-1) and the No.16 University of Connecticut Huskies (5-1). After defeating both William & Mary and Wake Forest in its first weekend of play, the Harvard team hoped to continue its hot streak on its home turf.

No. 7 Field Hockey Goes Undefeated In Opening Weekend, Kicks off Play At Home Today

Nationally ranked No. 7,  Harvard Field Hockey (2-0, 0-0 Ivy) hit the road for its opening weekend of competition, traveling South to take on William & Mary (0-4) and No. 18 Wake Forest (0-3). The games marked the Crimson’s first two battles of the 2024 season.

Mixed Start for Men’s Soccer

After two 1-1 ties against Holy Cross and Rhode Island to open the 2024 fall season, the Harvard Men’s soccer team (0-1-2, 0-0 Ivy) fell to No. 13 Seton Hall on Saturday, ultimately falling 3-2 in a closely contested match.


Weezer Concert Review: A Faithful, Outlandish Homage to a Cosmic Musical Career

The last moments of the concert brought out some of Weezer's best musical work; the band went all-out in tribute to their debut and, arguably, apotheosis.

‘Short n’ Sweet’ Album Review: Playful and Poignant

“Short n’ Sweet,” is a dazzling dose of witty songwriting, sparkly synths, and dynamic vocals.

What the Hell Happened: Ready-To-Wear Actually Wearable at New York Fashion Week

These NYFW collections were anything but normal. Some were stunning, some ugly, and some just plain strange.

‘Harry Potter: The Exhibition’ Review: A Semi-Magical World of Witchcraft and Wizardry

Part memorabilia showcase, part immersive Wizarding World, the exhibition draws upon the nostalgia of a still-passionate league of fans.



Women’s Soccer Wins One of Two on Midwest Trip, Remains Undefeated

The Harvard women’s soccer team was back in action last week, continuing with a match-up against the Milwaukee Panthers and then the Northwestern Wildcats. The Crimson delivered a commanding 4-2 victory over Milwaukee last Thursday, followed by a hard-fought 1-1 tie with Northwestern on Sunday.

No. 7 Field Hockey Splits Weekend, Loses to No. 19 UAlbany, Bounces Back Against No. 16 UConn

No. 7 Harvard Field Hockey (3-1, 0-0 Ivy)  kicked off its home opener in Cambridge this past weekend, facing off against both the No. 19 UAlbany Great Danes (4-1) and the No.16 University of Connecticut Huskies (5-1). After defeating both William & Mary and Wake Forest in its first weekend of play, the Harvard team hoped to continue its hot streak on its home turf.

No. 7 Field Hockey Goes Undefeated In Opening Weekend, Kicks off Play At Home Today

Nationally ranked No. 7,  Harvard Field Hockey (2-0, 0-0 Ivy) hit the road for its opening weekend of competition, traveling South to take on William & Mary (0-4) and No. 18 Wake Forest (0-3). The games marked the Crimson’s first two battles of the 2024 season.

Mixed Start for Men’s Soccer

After two 1-1 ties against Holy Cross and Rhode Island to open the 2024 fall season, the Harvard Men’s soccer team (0-1-2, 0-0 Ivy) fell to No. 13 Seton Hall on Saturday, ultimately falling 3-2 in a closely contested match.