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

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NYU Law admin threatens pro-Palestinian students with disciplinary action

The student group alleged that the administrator disrupted a silent demonstration, where law students displayed signs accusing NYU of funding “genocide” amid the war in Gaza.
Aashna Miharia and Yezen Saadah December 5, 2024

An administrator at the School of Law threatened a group of students with disciplinary action for hosting a pro-Palestinian study-in at the law school library, the NYU Law Students...

An illustration of logos of different food pantries and homeless shelters, including Food Recovery Network, Xavier Mission, Rethink Food, The Bowery Mission and Two Birds One Stone.

This winter, give back through food and kindness

From soup kitchens to meal deliveries, here are five nonprofit organizations all NYU students can get involved in to feed those in need.
Ashley Combs, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Amid New York’s abundant restaurant scene, it’s easy to lose sight of some of the city’s larger issues surrounding food. Nearly 13.5% of households are food insecure and...

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Booting out the basics: 6 unique Dr. Martens for the winter

Define your personal style this season with these picks from the Dr. Martens store.
Yanel Siqueiros, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

The doc is in, quite literally. The chilly season welcomes a surge of leather-bound footwear across campus. By now, we’ve all seen the 1460s or the Chelsea boots. If you’re...

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Broke People Play Festival expands to uplift more student artists

The student-led festival showcases one-act and full-length plays that are written, directed and performed by NYU students.
Sawyer Gouw Ranzetta, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

Twenty-somethings trapped in a cave discover a creature who takes on the appearance of LGBTQ+ icons. A spelling bee champion navigates her relationship with her crisis counselor....

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Finding community from Manila to Manhattan

As a first-year international student, finding community through my Filipino heritage has been integral in making New York City feel like home.
Katrina Lorenzana, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

Three months ago, New York City felt like a world away from home. Coming from Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, I thought I was used to a vast, fast-paced metropolis....

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Review: On ‘Puss & Poems,’ no one complains like Jake Shane

TikTok superstar Jake Shane wears denim on denim, threatens to make meth and gets his Postmates stolen on his debut comedy album “Puss & Poems.”
Ellie Miller, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

TikTok sensation Jake Shane has dreamed of becoming a pop star his whole life. After releasing his debut comedy album “Puss & Poems” with the help of producer Alexander...

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Wrap up your semester in style with these final exam fits

Choose between sweats for comfort or a dress for confidence to wrap up your semester in style.
Chinara Dorancy, Contributing Writer December 5, 2024

As finals season draws near, these upcoming weeks could be your last chance to start a conversation with your class crush or introduce yourself to that classmate you’ve been...

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Beyond NYU: Opening doors to STEM for students of color nationwide

Inspired by her experiences as an NYU graduate student, Jaycee Holmes hopes to welcome more people of color and women into the computer science industry.
Rory Lustberg, Deputy News Editor December 5, 2024

When Tisch alum Jaycee Holmes was an undergraduate student at Spelman College — a historically Black, women’s university — the maker space lab for students consisted of one...

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Opinion: Mutual aid keeps our communities alive — it’s time to get involved

Whether you want to volunteer your time, donate resources or simply learn more about mutual aid, here is the information you need to know about how to help you make a positive community impact.
Noor Maahin, Staff Writer December 5, 2024

In a school in the heart of New York City, students are surrounded by the manifestation of many social injustices with every block they turn. With thousands suffering on...

The front of a light blue painted store with a hanging sign with two dogs and words that reads “BORIS and HORTON.”

East Village dog cafe goes belly-up after months of financial hardship

New Yorkers mourn the closure of Boris & Horton, the city’s first pup-friendly cafe.
Mariana Arboleda, Contributing Writer December 4, 2024

For nearly seven years, Boris & Horton drew dog lovers to the corner of 12th Street and Avenue A as New York City’s first canine-friendly cafe. The spot became an East Village...

Two greyscale photos of women, with “DIDION” at the top, an ampersand in the middle and “BABITZ” at the bottom. The one above holds a cigarette and the one below looks over her sunglasses.

Q&A: Lili Anolik on literary ‘It’ girls Joan Didion and Eve Babitz

The journalist discusses her book, “Didion and Babitz”, which delves into the tumultuous relationship between the two writers, from their beginnings in Vogue and Rolling Stone to their deaths.
Julia Diorio, Arts Editor December 4, 2024

Lili Anolik is unapologetically in love with Eve Babitz, and she makes no attempt to hide it. Her profile on Babitz in Vanity Fair pushed Babitz into the spotlight, a space once...

An illustration of a black silhouette running. They are surrounded by illustrations of a leaking water bottle, a dumbbell, fruits, vegetables and a protein bar that says “20g PROTEIN.”

Navigating nutrition: Student-athletes on staying fueled

Between running to class and traveling for away games, keeping up with nutrition as an NYU student-athlete is no easy feat.
Lauren Ng, Dining Editor December 4, 2024

Living in one of the busiest cities in the world, convenience is key. NYU students are accustomed to speed-walking through Washington Square Park and opening Grubhub between classes...