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Bodybuilders: Creating more than just an image

By Daily Free Press Admin September 19, 2012

“Quitters never win. Winners never quit.” These are the words that members of the Boston University Bodybuilding & Fitness Club proudly have printed on their T-shirts. Prady Tewarie, a professional...

Losing pounds won’t gain you longevity

By Daily Free Press Admin September 18, 2012

A low-calorie diet can improve your overall health, immunity and metabolism. It may even help you squeeze into an outfit you’ve wanted to wear for years. But, according to a recent study, reducing...

Local clothing company Vicious History gears up for Fall season

By Daily Free Press Admin September 16, 2012

History buffs, look no further than Vicious History, an independent T-shirt company grounded in historical symbolism. After more than a year and a half, the brand has found its niche — bold, simple and...

Boston’s draft marathon

By Daily Free Press Admin September 16, 2012

While on the T heading to the North End for the Boston Beerathon, I asked a friend who was joining me, “How crowded do you think it will be?” “It’s 3 in the afternoon,” he said. Walking along...

Not in Kansas Anymore: Dining experiences at Marciano Commons

By Daily Free Press Admin September 13, 2012

When walking into Marciano Commons Fresh Food Dining Hall at 100 Bay State Road, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into the Oz of college dining. With a spacious layout, seating for 920 students and a...

Going Green in dining halls

By Daily Free Press Admin September 13, 2012

Boston University Dining Services offers different meat-free entrees each day, but what is a vegetarian to do on a down day in the dining hall, when the meat-free options are not as appetizing? With a...

Passion for photography

By Daily Free Press Admin September 12, 2012

Hannah Paull, a sophomore in the College of General Studies, is an entrepreneur with a passion for expression, photography and exploration. Recently, she has explored the creative possibilities of using...

Detecting drug deception: Researchers look into the effectiveness of anti-malarial drugs

By Daily Free Press Admin September 11, 2012

A new device developed by a Boston University professor and research team can determine whether or not an antimalarial drug will work. The buzzing of a mosquito is never a welcomed sound. In developed...

Going Greek: Picking the right Greek yogurt

By Daily Free Press Admin September 10, 2012

As Greek yogurt becomes increasingly popular, the market has diversified, and so has consumer choice. But as more brands of Greek yogurt break into the market, some are sacrificing authenticity for profit. Before...

Breakbeats and basslines: Netsky at the Middle East

By Daily Free Press Admin September 5, 2012

Netsky the Belgian drum and bass producer brought the noise with Dynamite MC at the Middle East in Cambridge last Saturday, the concert itself yielding over five consecutive hours of kicks, snares and...

Boston open-air markets

By Daily Free Press Admin September 5, 2012

Is it time to stock up that new refrigerator? Instead of rushing to the local Shaw’s or Star Market the next time you need new produce, you might want to consider checking out some local markets instead....

The Do’s of Boston

By Daily Free Press Admin September 4, 2012

As students get settled into their daily lives at Boston University, sometimes they might forget that there are in fact places to hang out besides the George Sherman Union, the BU beach and the third floor...

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