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Why the air fryer is the pinnacle of technology

Why the air fryer is the pinnacle of technology

(Photo courtesy of CNN) “A Ninja AF101 Air Fryer, which CNN called the best air fryer of 2023.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor Have you ever been at home, fiending for a nice hot meal, but didn’t have a working oven? Well, I haven’t, because my air fryer is still the go-to tool for any meal

“Scream VI” revives horror franchise in its bloodiest installment yet

(Photo courtesy of Vulture) “”Scream VI” brings the franchise to a new setting in America’s Big Apple.” Kali Patterson Connector Editor Ghostface is back in “Scream VI,” the latest installment in the slasher franchise. The film features returning stars like Jenna Ortega and Courtney Cox, while introducing franchise newcomers such as Samara Weaving and Jack

“Super Mega Baseball” is the best sports game you need to play right now

(Photo courtesy of Polygon) “”Super Mega Baseball” writes its own page in the history of sports games by diverting from more traditional baseball games.” Jake Messer Connector Staff With “MLB: The Show” releasing very similar games every year, many fans have become bored. They are tired of collecting the same cards, tired of winning the

Want to join the Biomedical Engineering Society?

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell BME’s campus lab page) “We UML Biomedical Engineering (BME) Program and support its students through resources necessary to succeed in the discipline. Resources may include, but are not limited to peer advising, networking, community service, and research or industry opportunities. The Chapter, as part of the professional and parent Biomedical

School shooting at Michigan State University

(Photo Courtesy of Cappex) “Aerial shot of the Michigan State University Campus.” Sarah Mahannah Connector Editor It was a normal Monday night on the streets of East Lansing, Michigan on February 13th. For students of Michigan State University, things quickly changed.    Around 8:30 pm, a gunman opened fire on the MSU campus. Three students, Brian

Fair Share Amendment could potentially benefit students across Massachusetts universities

(Photo Courtesy of Massachusetts Teachers Association) “A poster made promoting the “Fair Share Amendment” movement. The poster is urging voters to vote “Yes” on Question 1, which pertains to the Fair Share amendment.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor A new amendment has been introduced to the government of Massachusetts, and it could potentially benefit college students

A 2023 Red Sox spring training overview

(Photo courtesy of News-press.com) “Relief pitcher Kenley Jansen during spring training.” Tyler Browne Connector Staff To any baseball fan, the calendar flipping from January to February can only mean one thing: the start of a new season as MLB teams begins reporting to spring training in sunny Florida and Arizona. The Boston Red Sox officially

Hunger Free Campus Initiative address food access

(Photo Courtesy of Action Network) “A banner advertising the Hunger Free campus initiative in Massachusetts.” Troy Lafond Connector Editor On Monday, February 20, the Boston Intercollegiate Government (BIG) sent a letter to Governor Maura Healey, urging her to promote the implementation of the Fair Share Amendment. One of the crucial elements of the Fair Share