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We are Northeastern University's only international-focused magazine, offering a uniquely global perspective from student journalists.
Boston, MA
Joined October 2018
From cobblestone streets in Harbin to vibrant nightlife in Changchun and creative souvenirs in Shenyang, explore the lesser-known charm of northeast China through the eyes of a student traveler. @MattCData #ChinaTravel #traveling
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I have been to the northeastern United States, also known as New England, but I had not been to northeast China. In Mandarin, these three provinces are called Dongbei or Dong San Sheng. I decided to...
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Lion dance is more than just performance - it's a living tradition of identity, history, and resilience. For over 50 years, Boston's Wah Lum Kung Fu & Wah May Lion Dance Team has brought this art form to life. @MattCData #liondance #china #festival
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Wah May, a lion dance team based at the Asian American Cultural Center, has been working to preserve and promote the culture of the lion dance, blending performance, athleticism, and cultural...
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For many international students, renting in Boston isn’t just about housing — it’s about navigating identity and access in an unfamiliar system. Our latest story shares 3 key tips to protect your rights as a renter. #internationalstudents @MattCData
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This article launches our Guidelines for Internationals series, a collection created to help newcomers make sense of Boston’s systems, stories, and everyday realities. We begin with housing, a...
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USAID wasn’t just a government agency — it was hope. For children like four-year-old Firdaus in Tanzania, it meant clean water, education, and a chance at a better life. When that support vanished, so did those promises. #USAID #HumanRights @MattCData
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Last names have been removed to protect the privacy of those mentioned. Many Americans heard about USAID (United States Agency for International Development) for the first time when its termination...
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From ramen to pho, Boston's noodle scene is full of flavor🍜 Check out our top 5 Asian noodles you have to try — perfect for the colder days ahead! https://t.co/a2YrpQlv4j
#Boston #ramen #foodies #GlobalKitchen @MattCData
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For carb lovers, noodles are the ultimate go-to—quick, comforting, and satisfying. Global Observer explored some of Boston’s best international noodle spots worth trying, from Vietnamese pho to...
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Drums, Dance, and Devotion: Durga Puja Lights Up Boston’s Bengali Community https://t.co/WAqb77AVnX
#india #DurgaPuja #DurgaPuja2025 #bengali @Gobserver_nu
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As the autumn breeze sweeps through the West, the Bengali diaspora across the United States prepares for the homecoming of Goddess Durga. In the Greater Boston suburb of Hingham, this ten-day...
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Boston’s Bengali community gathered at Hingham’s Durga Bari for Durga Puja — a ten-day celebration of Goddess Durga’s triumph over evil. #durgapuja25 #DurgaPuja @MattCData
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As the autumn breeze sweeps through the West, the Bengali diaspora across the United States prepares for the homecoming of Goddess Durga. In the Greater Boston suburb of Hingham, this ten-day...
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The number keeps growing ：More than 1,400 international student visas revoked #studentVisa #Sevis #internationalstudent
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At least 1,800* international students and recent graduates have had their visas revoked at 280 schools, including 40 at Northeastern University in Boston, with no evidence that the actions were tied...
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Kumbh Mela 2025: Record-Breaking Turnout in Prayagraj The 2025 Kumbh Mela—a Maha Kumbh—occurs only once every 144 years. Devotees flock to perform ritual bathing at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers. https://t.co/GK8EtJcoT9
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As the Kumbh Mela 2025 begins, the sacred congregation in Prayagraj is shattering previous attendance records. Recent official releases from the Uttar Pradesh government indicate that the six-week-...
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At least 600 international students and recent graduates have had their visas revoked, including 40 at Northeastern University in Boston, with no evidence that the actions were tied to political advocacy or free speech https://t.co/FcStXn3gAU
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At least 1,800* international students and recent graduates have had their visas revoked at 280 schools, including 40 at Northeastern University in Boston, with no evidence that the actions were tied...
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Once a place untouched by mass tourism, the White Continent now faces an unprecedented surge in visitors. With over 100,000 tourists last season alone, many are asking: Is ecotourism a lifeline for Antarctica or a ticking time bomb? #Antarctica @MattCData
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This is a multi-part series. A wilderness that belongs to no one Antarctica is the driest, coldest, windiest, most uninhabitable place on earth, with 98% of its 5.5 million-square-mile surface area...
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Boston’s Chinatown kicked off the Lunar New Year with vibrant lion dances, firecrackers, and festive energy. The annual parade brought communities together, filling the streets with tradition and joy! #ChineseNewYear2025 #LunarNewYear @MattCData
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An overnight snowstorm brought over four inches of snow to Boston by Sunday morning, but the winter chill didn’t dampen the excitement for Chinese New Year celebrations at 11 a.m. On Feb. 9, the...
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Popular Chinese cheese tea chain Heytea debuts in Boston–a New Era for Tea Culture? https://t.co/7EFxPaxyOK
@HEYTEA #tea #boston #allston @Gobserver_nu
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Heytea, the renowned Chinese tea brand, has arrived in Boston, opening its first store in Allston on January 24, marking another step in the expanding new-style tea culture in the U.S. Known for its...
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Heytea has arrived in Boston! 🧋The renowned Chinese tea brand opened its first Mass store in Allston on January 24, bringing its signature cheese tea and innovative fruit teas to Boston. #HeyteaBoston #Heytea @MattCData
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Heytea, the renowned Chinese tea brand, has arrived in Boston, opening its first store in Allston on January 24, marking another step in the expanding new-style tea culture in the U.S. Known for its...
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From “Hello from America” to a global cultural exchange, RedNote users are fostering warmth and connection across continents. See their Rednote journey and dive into the reason behind the cyber immigration trend. https://t.co/V3bM2AI7q0
#tiktokrefugees #RedNote @MattCData
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As the fate of TikTok remains uncertain after its brief shutdown and restoration, Chinese social media app RedNote continues to claim the top spot on Apple’s U.S. App Store’s ranking. Rednote went...
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Naoko Takayanagi, head of the Japan Society of Boston, is dedicated to fostering cultural exchange between Japan and the U.S. Read more in the Global Observer: https://t.co/LHA0WBrgMI
#boston #Japan @MattCData @hikari_j_922
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As the head of the Japan Society of Boston, Naoko Takayanagi connects individuals passionate about Japanese culture, supports their interests, fosters a vibrant community and expands engagement with...
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Cultivating cultural connections at the #Japan Society of Boston https://t.co/KATwhnexbB
#japanese #boston @Gobserver_nu
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As the head of the Japan Society of Boston, Naoko Takayanagi connects individuals passionate about Japanese culture, supports their interests, fosters a vibrant community and expands engagement with...
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🌍🎤 Behind the Story: Creating "The Climate Generation" Explore how The Christian Science Monitor journalists brought the voices of young climate activists to life in this inspiring series. 📖 Read more in the Global Observer: https://t.co/YQRR8nHGqI
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(Note: This interview has been edited for clarity and cohesion, preserving the core meaning of the interviewee’s response.) After nearly a year of gathering stories of young climate activists and...
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