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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

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At-home manicure quick-drying tips

Dana Reszutek, Staff Writer May 6, 2013
Use these quick-tips to speed up the process of your personal manicure process.
May Day protests raise questions of privacy and security

May Day protests raise questions of privacy and security

May 6, 2013
As our digital footprints become ever more ubiquitous, the authorities are taking advantage of this wealth of information to encroach on our privacy.
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LSP sophomore shows off vintage wardrobe

May 5, 2013
Brianna Roche-Lilliott prides herself in avoiding brand name stores and sports a wardrobe brimming with thrift shop items
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NYPD partners with US Department of Energy to protect subways

May 5, 2013
NYPD and the U.S. Department of Energy are studying how chemical weapons could be deployed in the air of the New York subway system.
Helen Holmes for WSN

Weekend Roam: Little Germany

May 5, 2013
Helen explores East Village's Little Germany, letting her tastebuds lead the way.
Media reaction to Jason Collins unwarranted

Media reaction to Jason Collins unwarranted

May 5, 2013
Media coverage of Jason Collins' coming should move away from covering the negative reactions he has received, which will not matter in the grand scheme of his opening the door for other gay athletes to be public about their sexuality.
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UV light from manicure lamps increase users’ risk of skin cancer

May 5, 2013
According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, gel manicure UV curing lamps could be a cause of skin cancer. However, NYU Langone doctors emphasize that the light is fairly low risk.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Media coverage of Gosnell case skews abortion debate

May 5, 2013
The Kermit Gosnell case should have debated the safety regulations in abortion clinics instead of focusing on the morality of abortion.

Gallatin faculty passes second vote of no confidence

May 3, 2013

The full-time faculty of the Gallatin School of Individualized Study has passed a vote of no confidence in NYU President John Sexton. Based on the statement below, 23 voted in...

Common Core standards in New York State not benefitting children

Common Core standards in New York State not benefitting children

May 2, 2013
The state needs to think long and hard about how they can benefit students in the long run without hurting them in the short run.

NBA center makes history by announcing he his gay

May 2, 2013
NBA player Jason Collins recently discussed his homosexuality, career and future in a Sports Illustrated article.
Courtesy of Jaime Arredondo

Gallatin professor stands out as a floral painter

May 2, 2013
Jaime Arredondo, a professor for the Gallatin School of Individualized Study, has art on display at Jo's in SoHo.