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The Daily Free Press

The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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Emma Clement | Graphics Editor

Journalism will always be about people — AI can’t change that | Editorial

Editors February 28, 2025
Focusing on maximizing efficiency and cutting costs by employing artificial intelligence over real reporters will only harm the news industry in the long run. We must take action to protect both journalists as individuals and journalism as societal necessity. AI isn’t going away — but that doesn’t mean we should blindly accept its encroachment into areas that are best left for human hands.
Liza Berdykulova | Graphic Artist

This is 20

Sophia Keohane December 4, 2024
I am officially a 20-year-old. Light the candles, pop the sparkling cider. A new chapter has begun. Many people say that this will be the best decade of my life. 
UNMASKED: Where is your favorite place you've traveled to?

UNMASKED: Where is your favorite place you’ve traveled to?

Veronica Thompson April 18, 2023

Unmasked is the podcast that uncovers the thoughts, feelings and voices of the BU Community. Today’s prompt was — where is your favorite place you've traveled to? Click here to stream...

Analise Bruno | Graphic Artist

EDITORIAL: Reconnecting with mother nature—no USB required

Editors March 31, 2023
Globalization has undeniably given humanity some of its most coveted inventions like the light bulb, the telephone and microwavable mac-and-cheese! But what is often overlooked is its consequences. 
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | Senior Graphic Artist

Everybody hates ‘mother!’ | Misunderstood Media

Emma Holtmann March 28, 2023
Upon its initial release in 2017, Darren Aronofsky’s film “mother!” received extremely low critical and public reception. It was then presented with the mark of death: an “F” CinemaScore grade — and I think I know why.
you are loved mural on southampton street in boston

Local artists reflect on city’s murals

Colin Boyd April 29, 2021
Boston-based street artists say their murals are their way to leave their mark and key message.
Walden Pond

Dear hiking … it’s complicated

Katherine Wright April 22, 2021
Feeling enveloped by endless trees and climbing rocks has a camping feel that is semi-enjoyable.
Flume Gorge

Seven natural wonders in New England worth visiting this summer

Julia Furmanek April 22, 2021
The New England region is full of beautiful places to explore.
my octopus teacher on netflix

REVIEW: ‘My Octopus Teacher’ is not for the faint of heart

Julia Furmanek April 12, 2021
The story of a magnificent creature ... and an egotistical man who won’t leave her the hell alone.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Sincerely, Ally: Orangutans remind us to be more mindful of the products we buy

Alexia Nizhny January 25, 2021
The threat of orangutan extinction is, for the most part, a result of palm oil production. It's more than just an orangutan nightmare — it’s a modern day reality we take advantage of every day. We’ve replaced ethics with convenience, and wildlife shouldn’t have to keep paying the price.
Jun Li/DFP STAFF

Skate on the Paradigm: The CO2-shaped elephant in the room

Andre Salkin October 22, 2020
Climate change’s inevitable impacts on Earth will have catastrophic socio-political repercussions, which will threaten the very fabric of organized human civilization.
SMITH: Don’t let a tour bus stop you

SMITH: Don’t let a tour bus stop you

Paige Smith April 9, 2017

At some points in your life, you encounter people and things that test you. For me, this comes in the form of group tours. For the record, I was absolutely terrified earlier this semester when embarking...

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