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Sunday April 13, 2025

YOUR WEEKLY ROUNDUP

NEWS | Rümeysa Öztürk describes detainment, poor conditions at ICE detention center in declaration

In a motion to the United States District Court for the District of Vermont, Öztürk’s legal counsel argued for her release which was accompanied by a declaration written by Öztürk. READ MORE
Samantha Eng reports. Photo by Ari Navetta.

Russian, Slavic and Central Asian Culture House to pause next year |
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Tisch College hosts conservative economist Oren Cass | READ MORE

FEATURES | Tens of thousands of people gather at ‘Hands Off’ rally in Boston

On Saturday, protests against the Trump administration broke out across the country. READ MORE
Claire Wood writes. Photo by Claire Wood.

Tufts first-year housing guide | READ MORE

Discover Tisch’s hidden gem — The Digital Design Studio | READ MORE

ARTS | What happens to the truth when we start to censor art?

The suppression of art, culture and research at the Smithsonian is stifling critical discussions of America’s complex history and hindering future progress. READ MORE
Odessa Gaines writes. Graphic by Israel Hernandez

‘Dahomey’ is the synthesis of matter and memory | READ MORE

Confessions of a College Shopaholic: The dos and don’ts of starting college | READ MORE

OPINION | Diseases are making a comeback — we need to take action

A measles outbreak in Texas is a sign of things to come. READ MORE
Evan Wang writes. Photo via Flickr.

It gets better: Making the most of your college experience |
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Op-ed: A bipartisan statement on the arrest of Rümeysa Öztürk |
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SPORTS | Men’s lacrosse wins in top 10 NESCAC battle

Tufts beats Wesleyan 20–19 in overtime. READ MORE
Tara Wirtschoreck writes. Photo by Stella Jeong.

Jumbos thrash Cardinals 15–4, move to 11–0 on the season in best start since 2019 | READ MORE

Men’s golf braves harsh conditions in spring opener | READ MORE

In Photos: Softball stuns Wesleyan

In Photos: Signs of Spring | READ MORE

In Photos: ‘Hands Off!’ Boston | READ MORE

VIDEO | Off the Record — Molasses Disaster

On March 8, 2025, Molasses Disaster performed five songs in the Daily’s newsroom. The band then joined Daily members for a conversation about the origins of their musical journey and the relationship between their music and the people they love. WATCH HERE
By Julia Carpi, Jake Ren, Emma So, Jordan Rosh, Maya Godard, Aisha Karim and Josué Pérez.

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