Grace period for late student loan payments terminated, BU students, parents in limbo

Boston University families said they feel uncertain about the future of their children’s education, after the termination of a year-long grace period protecting federal student loan borrowers from the impacts of late payments.

BU switches wireless network to eduroam in aim to simplify connectivity

Boston University transitioned its Wi-Fi system to the federated “eduroam” service in an effort to reduce overlapping services and provide students with internet access at other educational institutions.

Designated bike lanes along Western Avenue to improve safety, remove on-street parking

The development of separated bike lanes along Western Avenue in Allston-Brighton is scheduled to begin as early as this month as part of a citywide initiative to improve bike infrastructure.

Curing fall feels and friend troubles | Liv Listens

Fighting with a friend might be one of the worst feelings. Even if it’s not a full-blown argument and things are just a little off, it doesn’t negate the fact that there are people in our lives that we feel comfortable confiding in. Being unable to talk to them can feel isolating.

I usually turn to sad music when I feel alone, but I will resist the urge to only recommend sad songs for this occasion — warm and cozy songs, artists and albums can do the trick, too. 

Full-Time Focus: Dortmund is full of romantics

Even in an environment where sports have been transformed into global, multi-billion dollar industries, football is full of romantics.