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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

The Daily Free Press

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

The dupe dilemma: how ‘dupe culture’ undermines originality

By Lea Rivel October 3, 2023
More than ever before, it seems like the public is in search of — and favoring — quick and easy replacements for items they don’t have the funds or time to seek. The larger part of this issue connects to the already existing and increasing speed of trend cycles.
The office of the Department of Film and Television in COM

BU searches for new Film and Television Department chair

By Megan Amato October 3, 2023
Boston University’s Department of Film and Television is making a second attempt to search for a new department chair, according to a recent job listing on LinkedIn. Current FTV chair Paul Schneider said he tried to step down last year but remained on staff because a replacement could not be secured.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

What she was made for: Greta Gerwig’s revival of girlhood | Mad Women

By Hailey Pitcher October 3, 2023
There’s an element of feminine melancholy within Greta Gerwig’s work. With films primarily featuring female protagonists, Gerwig has a way of perfectly encapsulating the trials, tribulations and celebrations of what it means to identify as a woman.
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Battle of the cinema subscriptions

By Lina Barclay October 3, 2023
If there was one thing “Barbenheimer” taught us, it’s that the best way to watch movies is at a movie theater, surrounded by fellow film enthusiasts and munching on our favorite snack. There’s just one small problem: Movie theater tickets are expensive.
Boston City Hall

SPARK Boston council welcomes new members for upcoming year

By Kelly Groome October 3, 2023
Mayor Michelle Wu announced the new members of the 2023-2024 SPARK Boston Council on Friday, who will work to facilitate a connection between the city government and young adults within the City, according to the City’s website.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Graphic Artist

The Four Belt Era: Canelo cruises, sets up massive 2024 campaign

By Eli Cloutier October 3, 2023
The fight between Saul “Canelo” Álvarez (60-2-2, 39 KOs) and Jermell Charlo (35-2-1, 19 KOs) was never close. Álvarez was in control from start to finish and won at least 10 rounds on all three judges’ scorecards as he cruised to a unanimous decision victory.
Boston University Police headquarters

Campus Crime Logs: Sept. 26 – Oct. 1

By Sebastian Castro October 3, 2023

The following reports were taken from the Boston University Police Department’s crime logs from Sept. 26-Oct. 1 Threats at 590 Commonwealth Ave.  At 10:55 a.m. on Sept. 26, a person reported...

Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Versace SS24: A Tribute to the 90s Versace

By Rachel Yu October 3, 2023
With Versace making its anticipated return to Milan this year, they showcased a multitude of striking looks intended to instill a sense of familiarity from the 60s. 
Lila Baltaxe | Senior Graphic Artist

Beauty is now in the AI of the beholder | Tough Love

By Analise Bruno October 3, 2023
With the advancement of artificial intelligence, some AI generated beauty filters are becoming more and more popular. However, innovations like these might be doing more harm than good.
Writers Guild of America members picket near Babcock Street station in response to David Zaslav’s 2023 commencement speech. Writers Guild of America reached a deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers after 148 days of striking. MADI KOESLER/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Graduates, students grapple with writers strike aftermath

By Emily Wyrwa October 3, 2023
On Sept. 25, 148 days after the Writers Guild of America began striking against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, a tentative agreement was reached.
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