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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon

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Top contenders and key storylines to watch: What to expect from women’s March Madness

By Meg Richards, Managing Editor / 20 hours ago

As March Madness kicks off, all eyes are on the court for the next two weeks—but don’t discount the ladies. These teams are stacked with strong women...

March Madness begins: The top teams and must-watch first-round games in the Men's tournament

March Madness begins: The top teams and must-watch first-round games in the Men’s tournament

By Hongyi Ji, Staff Writer / 20 hours ago

March is here. After the brackets were revealed on CBS, the wild annual spectacle is officially underway. The Southeastern Conference (SEC) clearly...

UConn captured the NCAA DI Championship against San Diego State in 2023 (Hailey Akau/ Beacon Archives, File)

March Madness: Finals recap and future NBA prospects

By Jordan Pagkalinawan, Dept. Sports Editor / April 5, 2023

At last, the madness is over.  Following a thrilling Final Four where San Diego State beat Florida Atlantic University on a buzzer-beating three, and...

March Madness: Upsets galore and glimpse into Final Four

March Madness: Upsets galore and glimpse into Final Four

By Jordan Pagkalinawan, Dept. Sports Editor / March 27, 2023

Bring on the madness! The opening round of the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament saw plenty of electrifying hoops and busted brackets. Those who...

Sports betting is legal in the state of Massachusetts as of Jan. 31.

‘All true Massachusetts degenerates were in the house’ for legal sports betting

By Rumsha Siddiqui, Editor-at-Large / February 13, 2023

After years of pushback in the state legislature, in-person sports betting is officially legal in Massachusetts as of Jan. 31, just in time for the Super...