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Claire Danes reveals witchcraft, magic powers at Women in Hollywood Gala

October 31, 2013
At last night’s 2013 Elle Women in Hollywood gala, Claire Danes made an unprecedented announcement.
Halloween Issue 2013

Halloween Issue 2013

October 30, 2013
WSN's most terrifying edition of the year.
WSN Arts Podcast, episode 6: Halloween

WSN Arts Podcast, episode 6: Halloween

October 30, 2013
On the latest episode, the Arts team delves into the best supernatural and spooky films, TV shows, books and more.

Staff Recs: Web Series

October 30, 2013
Everyday from Monday through Thursday, members of our staff give recommendations based on a theme. Today's theme: web series.
Courtesy of NYU

Annual Global Debate Competition to focus on free speech

October 30, 2013
The NYU Global Debate topic this year is about freedom of the press and state secrets, and will feature students from the global sites.
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NYU professor, scientists find behavioral link in problems over climate change

October 30, 2013
Issues surrounding climate change may have more to do with behavior and long-term payoffs.
Diana Tao for WSN

Anderson, Law debate immigration reform at Vanderbilt Hall

October 30, 2013
Stuart Anderson from the Cato Institute and Anna Law from Brooklyn College debated immigration reform in the U.S. Tuesday night.
U.S. should fight climate change on local level

U.S. should fight climate change on local level

October 30, 2013
Given the gridlock in Washington, the most effective way for the US to enact productive environmental legislation to combat climate change is by embracing local initiatives and state-level programs.
Keith Allison via flickr.com

Upcoming NBA season brings excitement amid switch ups

October 30, 2013
Recent changes in the NBA lineup give fans a lot to look forward in the coming season.
U.S. needs grassroots movement besides Tea Party

U.S. needs grassroots movement besides Tea Party

October 30, 2013
With dysfunction running rampant in Washington, the American public needs a powerful grassroots movement that puts pressure on Congress to mobilize, not one that exacerbates the problem.
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Steele speaks about fashion, academics

October 30, 2013
Valerie Steele, a fashion historian and director of the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology, believes fashion has a place in academics.
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Drake charms crowd, disputes feud rumors at Barclays Center

October 30, 2013
Drake and a host of other performers delighted the crowd at Barclays with a mix of hit songs.