(Photo courtesy of UML South Asian Student Association) “Two members of SASA show off their diyas.” Sameera Jangala Connector Contributor As we don our costumes and trick-or-treat this Halloween, members of the Hindu community will be celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali is a time spent with loved ones, honoring the triumph of good…
Lowell’s quiet crisis
(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) “Lowell, Massachusetts is witnessing a demographic change as conditions shift” Collin Gallagher Connector Staff Lowell is a city that finds itself in a moment of transformation. At first glance, it looks like a city on the rise. New apartments have filled the old mills and factories, and an…
Dar Rafiki’s Brings Patisserie to Haverhill
(Photo courtesy of Nicholas Rossi.) “Dar Rafiki’s offers an assortment of pasteries, both sweet and savory.” Nicholas Rossi Connector Contributor Dar Rafiki’s is a new French bakery in the Merrimack Valley that is making a great impression on locals. Located at 389 Main St. in Haverhill, MA, Dar Rafiki’s offers the public a myriad of…
Tyler, The Creator announces new album Chromakopia
(Photo courtesy of Genius.) “Fans are excited for Chromakopia.” Liam O’Keefe Connector Contributor Tyler, The Creator shocked fans with the announcement of his upcoming album Chromakopia. The teaser video “st chroma”, which debuted last week, features a haunting yet symbolic sequence set in a grey wasteland. The video features a masked Tyler leading a line…
“Venom: The Last Dance”, an nonrhythmic tango
(Photo courtesy of IMDB) “Venom: The Last Dance fails to live up to expectations.” Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor “Venom: The Last Dance” is the third and final installment in the “Venom” film series. It is a PG-13 action sci-fi film released on Oct. 24, 2024, starring Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock and his trusty friend,…
2024 World Series Preview
(Photo courtesy of The Telescope) “Preview cover of the 2024 World Series” Jake Messer Connector Editor The stage is now set, this year’s edition of the Fall Classic will feature Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees taking on Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers. The two biggest franchises in the baseball world will…
How AI-driven misinformation is shaping society
(Photo Courtesy of CNN) “AI-Generated Image of Kamala Harris” Collin Gallagher Connector Contributor In a world where reality and fiction are increasingly blurred, AI-generated images and content have become powerful tools in the hands of those who seek to influence public opinion. From political campaigns to false advertisements, AI-crafted media is increasingly being weaponized to…
Ravens survive injury-riddled Monday Night Football game
(Photo courtesy of NBC News) “Baker Mayfield and Lamar Jackson face off” James Guiry Connector Staff The Baltimore Ravens beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in one of the two games on Monday Night Football in Week 7. Two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson’s stellar performance led the Ravens in their 10-point victory over the Bucs. Star…
