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This local farm gives visitors a new way to rest and relax: cuddling with a cow

March 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls

The Brajboro Cow Sanctuary offers visitors the opportunity to participate in activities such as cow cuddling, feeding, and more. It’s part of a trend of large animal-assisted therapy, where animals other than the typical cats and dogs are used in therapeutic ways.

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Controversial artist Raj Bunnag explores the power of printmaking as political expression

March 6, 2026 Javon Huynh

Bunnag, invited to UNC by the Asian American Center, led multiple events on campus, allowing students to engage with art that challenges social and political norms, even amid pressures on artistic freedom.

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UNC’s ‘Glow and Know’ safety fair educates students about violence prevention

March 6, 2026 Allison Helms

UNC’s Violence Prevention and Advocacy Services program is hoping to help students understand and feel comfortable pursuing campus safety resources.

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UNC students were among those documenting the Milan Olympic games

March 6, 2026 Zoe Behrendt

A UNC pre-med student turned his passion for photography into an Olympic opportunity. Nick York traveled to Milan to photograph snowboarding events. He was among several UNC students who documented the games.

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UNC researchers are developing high-tech glasses that could provide a window into your brain

February 27, 2026 Henry Nicholls

A trio of UNC researchers, led by 24-year-old Ellora McTaggart, are developing biosensing glasses that can track and detect internal psychological issues.

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Ackland exhibit explores masculinity as boys become men

February 27, 2026 Lauren Mallett

The exhibit titled “Boys Will be Men” is a collection of photographic portraits from local artist Bill Bamberger.

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Lunar New Year celebrations feature food, song, dance, and more

February 20, 2026 Lauren Mallett

February 17th marked the beginning of the Lunar New Year. Members of the Asian community, students at UNC, and people across the Triangle have begun celebrations to ring in the new year.

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Social media is helping amplify this UNC alum’s anti-ICE protest song

February 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls

Joseph Terrell, formerly the lead singer in the band Mipso, went viral on TikTok and Instagram for posting an anti-ICE protest song titled “Genuine American Hero.”

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Hundreds of kids and teens receive free care at the UNC dental school’s annual event

February 6, 2026 Allison Helms and Javon Huynh

UNC’s Adams School of Dentistry welcomed hundreds of children for its annual Give Kids a Smile event, offering free dental care and education. Families, students, and providers came together to put healthy smiles first.

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Two big games in one weekend stress local party food restaurants

February 6, 2026 Lauren Mallett

Chapel Hill restaurants are preparing for a busy weekend as two major events, the Carolina-Duke rivalry game and the Super Bowl expect to draw in more customers.

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