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Every Greenwich Village resident should read these 4 newspapers

Local newspapers are a bedrock of democracy — and you need to read them. Here are four local newspapers in the city to keep up with.
Mehr Kotval, Opinion Editor December 4, 2024

Local newspapers are the cornerstone of informed and engaged communities. They are often the most transparent and trustworthy news outlets, as they operate in service to their...

An illustration of a circular cookie with the word “DEC” in the center and the astrological symbols in red and green icing around it. Around the cookie are illustrations of each zodiac symbol with winter accessories and snowflakes.

Your December horoscope: Winter break projections

As you prepare to visit your family for the holiday break, it’s best to let your horoscope guide your awaited homecoming.
Annie Emans, Beauty and Style Editor December 4, 2024

The holiday season is here! As we suffer through final papers and exams, all anyone can think about is the beautiful and oh-so-long winter break that awaits, along with the accompanying...

The letters in my NetID differ from the name I go by. Here’s why.

The letters in my NetID differ from the name I go by. Here’s why.

My birth name means more to me than my Westernized name, but I still chose the latter.
Katie Liao, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

During my first year, in an introductory computer science class with over a hundred students, my professor handed out exam papers by calling out names. As he tried his best to...

A hand scooping “Tutti Frutti Original” candy from a large container. Around it are rows of containers of candy.

This holiday season, give the gift of Swedish candy

Candy shops are making a comeback in New York City, and Swedish candy store BonBon is leading the way.
Christobelle Rudes, Contributing Writer December 3, 2024

BonBon proves that candy stores aren’t just for kids. The viral Swedish candy shop, which opened its first location in 2018 just a 12-minute walk away from NYU’s Broome...

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5 perfect outfits for every holiday occasion

From ugly sweaters to skirts, here’s how to ease all of your Christmas fashion worries.
Eva Mundo, Contributing Writer December 3, 2024

The holiday season is always exciting, but is oftentimes filled with stress. Planning seasonal activities, traveling home, buying the perfect presents and setting up decorations...

A man with glasses and a mustache wearing a blue jacket stands in front of the McDonald’s golden arches.

Mapping out McDonald’s

Through riveting photos and reporting, “McAtlas” by CAS alum and James Beard Award-winning photojournalist Gary He shows how McDonald’s is a portrait of humanity.
Jason Alpert-Wisnia, Senior Staff Photographer December 2, 2024

There’s nothing quite as synonymous with American culture as fast food chains, and none as notorious as McDonald's. The golden arches have become so synonymous with America that...

Seven hot sauce bottles of varying colors are lined up against a white background.

I tried 5 New York City-founded hot sauces

“Hot Ones” has nothing on me. With the sudden drop in temperature, warm your taste buds with these five locally sourced hot sauces.
Julia Kim, Contributing Writer November 27, 2024

If you’re a “Hot Ones” connoisseur like me or simply crave spice in everything you eat, look no further. New York City is home to many niches, including hot sauce. New Yorkers...

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Home is where the heart finds its place

As an international student, Thanksgiving in the city is hard, but I learned how to make it feel like home.
Aryana Arora, Contributing Writer November 27, 2024

On Nov. 9, 2023, two weeks before Thanksgiving break in my first year in college, I wrote in my journal, “I am at NYU, but I just wanna go home.” While I was usually able to...

New eats near NYU: At La Dồng, Vietnamese street food takes center stage

New eats near NYU: At La Dồng, Vietnamese street food takes center stage

The team behind Pranakhon and Thai Villa is bringing Hanoi-style street food to Union Square.
Lauren Aragon, Contributing Writer November 26, 2024

You might be familiar with pho and banh mi sandwiches, but have you ever tried Vietnamese stuffed squid or turmeric crepes? New restaurant La Dồng — a new restaurant less than...

A woman wearing mouse ears playing guitar and singing in a park.

Rats are for the people, not the streets

The NYU Animal Rights Collective hosted Ratfest to appreciate the often stigmatized species with music and activities.
Kiran Komanduri and Mikaylah Du November 26, 2024

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Look your best while staying frostbite-free

The cold weather does not mean sacrificing all of your fashion game, it just takes prioritizing the right pieces of clothing.
Caia Cupolo, Contributing Writer November 26, 2024

You wake up, turn on your phone and check the weather app, only to discover that you'll soon be facing 30-degree weather. You throw on sweatpants, a hoodie and boots, thinking...

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People you’ll find at the airport over Thanksgiving

These kinds of people can make or break the start of your holiday.
Dylan Henschen, Contributing Writer November 26, 2024

As Thanksgiving break approaches, many NYU students will be traveling home. Airports will be packed, security lines will be hours long and an already overwhelming travel day will...