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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Imposter April Fools’ email announces Kumar’s death

An unauthorized email purportedly announcing the death of University President Sunil Kumar was sent to Tufts community members on the morning of April 1, ending with the words “April Fools” and a call for heightened security measures. READ MORE
Shannon Murphy reports.

FEATURES | Meet the new meat: Tufts offers world’s first minor in cellular agriculture

This one-of-a-kind program launches Tufts to the forefront of the future of protein consumption. READ MORE
Summer Maxwell reports. Photo by Olivia Calkins

ARTS | Olivia Rodrigo spills her guts a second time

Last September, Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album “GUTS” brought everyone’s favorite angsty pop-punk artist back into the spotlight. The singer explores exciting beginnings and harsh truths in the deluxe version of GUTS. READ MORE
Ryan Fairfield writes. Via Wikimedia Commons.

OPINION | Op-ed: Defending Ukraine and combating Russian aggression

It has been over two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Despite the gloomy outlook of an imminent Ukrainian defeat back in February 2022, Ukraine has withstood the Russian onslaught and defended its nation and people. READ MORE
Cosmo Curtatone writes.

SPORTS | No. 3 Tufts women’s lacrosse routs No. 9 Colby 15–6

The No. 3 Tufts women’s lacrosse team has been on a seemingly unstoppable 10-game winning streak, taking down No. 9 Colby College by a score of 15–6 on Saturday. READ MORE
Tara Wirtschoreck. Courtesy Tufts Athletics.

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