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The Greatest Playlist Ever

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We’ve all made the greatest playlist ever. We’ve all been the first person to compile a playlist to which you…

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Refugees from war-torn and drought-ridden Mount Olympus find U.S. “Melting Pot” to be cold congealed pot of hostility

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As a result of Hades’ abduction of Persephone and Demeter’s subsequent environmental retaliation, prominent Mt. Olympus citizens have sought refuge…

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A Colorful Crowd

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The Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR), the world’s largest two-day regatta, is upon us. I’m five foot eight, but…

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Eleven alternative fun facts that will leave people guessing, but not enough to ask follow up questions

By Nuala Stone

This September has brought with it a slew of anti-fun fact memes, each created in opposition to the heinous first…

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Silly Man on Amtrak

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Thursday, 6:30 p.m., sitting at a booth in the food car: Man with briefcase, aged 40 or so, already grey:…

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The Wellesley Blues

By Nuala Stone

It is to be expected that many people romanticize the beginning of the school year: leaves turning color; a hint…

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The Smoker’s Bench: Where Are They Now?

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“Do you have a light?” A friendship ignited. In the Bates courtyard, there exists a magical bench that facilitates one…

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