10.16.25: Down by the River
Popping in to PopUp
It’s 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, and the Square is bustling with people proudly holding distinctive brown bags and sporting hats that read, “Not Famous, But Known.” Music pulses from speakers, mixing with the chatter of Harvard students and curious passersby who turn their heads to get a glimpse of the unfamiliar storefront. A […]
The Charles Knows Too Much
Late at night, I get the urge to ponder. It’s like my version of the munchies, but rather than drug-induced, it’s born from a degree of sobriety that’s almost painful. Instead of my mouth watering for a $2 smashburger or a slice from Joe’s Pizza, I crave meaning—hot, fresh, and preferably delivered in under 30 […]
Gold Coast, Re-Gilded: A Look into the Renewed Adams House
After a more than five-year renewal process, Adams House reopened this August, marking a major milestone in the University’s sweeping House Renewal Program. Adams House, one of Harvard College’s 12 residential dormitories, is known for its distinctive architecture and vibrant arts culture. Now, the House blends modernized facilities with historic features that have long defined […]
Head of the Charles: A Preview of the 60th Anniversary of the Regatta
This weekend, Oct. 17-19, marks the 60th anniversary of the Head of the Charles Regatta. Founded in 1965 by the Cambridge Boat Club, the event has grown from a local experiment into a global showcase of athleticism, tradition, and community. Each fall, the regatta draws thousands of athletes and spectators to the Charles River. Harvard […]
When Empires Decline: Singapore’s Former Minister George Yeo Reflects on U.S. Power and China’s Rise to Global Influence
On Oct. 8, Harvard Kennedy School’s John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum hosted the 2025 S.T. Lee Lecture featuring George Yeo—Singapore’s former Minister for Information and the Arts, Health, Trade and Industry, and Foreign Affairs—in conversation with moderator Anthony Saich. Drawing on his experience steering Singapore’s foreign policy, Yeo explored the prospect of a U.S. decline […]
Fantasy Roundup: Week 6
With a third of the NFL regular season complete, the standings look nothing like preseason predictions. The Colts—led by Daniel Jones— have emerged as a dominant force alongside the Bills and Buccaneers. Meanwhile, several presumed playoffs contenders have already lost hope. The Ravens and Bengals are 1-5 and 2-4, respectively, plagued by injured quarterbacks and […]
Every Name Represents a Universe: Harvard Affiliates Gather to Honor Gaza’s Victims
On the morning of Oct. 8, Harvard University affiliates gathered with markers in hand and heavy hearts at the Science Center Plaza to fill blank canvases with the names of Palestinian casualties in Gaza from the past two years. The Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee organized this event for the second year in a row, […]
2025-2026 NHL Season Preview
Cue the music, it’s hockey season again. The puck dropped Oct. 7, so here are my predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season, division by division, followed by some way too early awards. PACIFIC DIVISION 8. Seattle KrakenSince the Kraken’s playoff splash in 2023, there’s been no spark, no leader, and no clear direction. Veteran goaltender […]
When Being Present Is Not Enough: Harvard Students and the Struggle to Engage
Across Harvard classrooms this fall, a shift is underway. Professors report fewer faces in lecture hall seats, fewer questions being asked, and fewer sparks of intellectual presence, as the nation’s top students navigate Harvard’s campus teeming with opportunity. The trend mirrors national reports: the New York Times recently highlighted a surge in chronic absences among […]