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Between buildings is a small park with a colorful sign in front of a path with the words “EMERSON COLLECTIVE PRESENTS CLIMATE SCIENCE FAIR WITH THE HIGH LINE.”

The Climate Science Fair returns to the High Line with climate action initiatives and activities aplenty

The three-day event presented a variety of organizations and their climate solutions as part of New York City’s annual Climate Week.
Kaleo Zhu, Contributing Writer September 26, 2024

Between Sept. 21 and 23, Emerson Collective hosted its second Climate Science Fair on the High Line. Meant to “immerse the public in climate innovations, exhibitions, and hands-on...

An illustration of five multi-colored bottles sitting on water that reflects pink plants and a pink sky.

The best setting sprays to lock in your look

Setting sprays are a great way to elevate your makeup look. But which one is best for you?
Noor Maahin, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

Setting sprays, along with powders and primers, are a great way to give your makeup a more finished look and make it last all day. However, with so many different setting sprays...

A closed deli with sticker advertisements peeling off its windows and a “For Lease” sign on the front.

After a sudden shutdown, NYU students say goodbye to Heavenly Market and Deli

The corner store next to Third Avenue North residence hall was a convenient classic for late-night snacks and warm meals with friends — but the reason behind its unexpected closure remains unclear.
Jasmin Rostamirad, Contributing Writer September 24, 2024

On a typical day, Heavenly Market and Deli on the corner of Third Avenue and 11th Street was frequented for cheap meals and late-night snacks by NYU students and locals alike....

A bowl filled with noodles and various toppings in the top left corner and a sushi roll on a small plate in the bottom left corner. A hand holding a burger with lettuce and a meat patty in the top right corner and a plate with round dim sum dumplings is under the hand below it

Exciting restaurant openings you missed over the summer

As more NYU students embrace their inner foodies, keeping up with the latest dining spots around campus is essential. Here are eight new restaurants to brag about to your friends.
Andrea Lui, Culture Editor September 24, 2024

New York City’s restaurant scene is always vibrant, but the fall semester is an especially exciting time for NYU foodies who play catch up on all they've missed over the summer....

An illustration of yellow rice in a blue stew pot centered between avocados on the left and a bell pepper and garlic on the right, set against a background split between beige and red.

Arroz con gandules: A warm hug for Hispanic Heritage Month

Puerto Rico’s national dish is hearty and comforting for the beginning of a chilly season.
Maya Santiago, Contributing Writer September 24, 2024

In my family, arroz con gandules always stirs up fond memories. When my abuelita would cook this dish — spiced, aromatic rice with pigeon peas —  it was always a showstopper...

Gyros galore: Where to get a halal-cart fix near campus

Gyros galore: Where to get a halal-cart fix near campus

A halal cart lover’s guide to good deals around Greenwich Village.
Aidan Levin, Staff Writer September 23, 2024

My first visit to New York City was a feast for all my senses — the bustling traffic, the gleaming sunlight, the crowds lining up for the nearby Museum of Modern Art and, most...

Three digital cameras, two silver and one pink, stacked on top of one another.

Capture your semester with these four digicams

Digital cameras are having their moment — here are some recommendations to make sure you don’t miss out.
Brianna Ly, Staff Writer September 23, 2024

I hate the iPhone camera. With its weird, automatic settings that make photos look duller or the exposure button that makes everything grainy, the iPhone camera is a photographer’s...

Pastries on display in a glass case with small signs that read “TIRAMISU CUP” and “NAPOLEON”.

The sweetest of San Gennaro

The best of the desserts offered at the Neapolitan food festival.
Mia Shou, Contributing Writer September 20, 2024

The annual Feast of San Gennaro hadn’t always been brimming with eager diners and bustling vendors like it is today. The 11-day celebration — this year from Sept. 12 to Sept....

An illustration of a group of students sitting together in a train going to N.Y.U, showing off their outfits

Falling into fashion: Give your summer pieces an autumn makeover

Elevate your favorite summer pieces for New York City fall with these stylish and sustainable outfits.
Ella Kwon, Contributing Writer September 20, 2024

Fall in New York — when the leaves turn golden, the air gets crisp and suddenly, your wardrobe feels like it's having an existential crisis. Fear not, the summer clothes you...

A man pouring orange sauce over a grill with a large folded tortilla on it.

The best of the fest: Everything I ate at the New York Latin Food Festival

The first-time festival kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with an impressive range of vendors, serving everything from birria quesadillas to agua frescas.
Mariana Arboleda, Contributing Writer September 19, 2024

While summer is coming to an end, the onset of fall food festivals in New York City is just beginning.  The inaugural New York Latin Food Festival was held at Hudson River...

A T-shirt with a brown illustration of a table with a mug and banana on it. On the shirt, “GOOD THANKS” is written three times.

Rise and dine: where to find brunch bliss around NYU

Whether you’re out with the girls on a Sunday or trying to kill time before class, here are the six best brunch spots near campus to grab a satisfying bite to eat.
Katie Liao, Staff Writer September 19, 2024

If you have time before class, why not treat yourself to a cute brunch? It’s never a good idea to rush to class on an empty stomach, which is why I’ve compiled a list of the...

A sparkling illustration of triangular chips in front of a plate with a shiny pumpkin-colored flan, and a bowl of yellow and white grains.

Delicious and dulce: dessert recipes for Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic heritage by making these three desserts that blend tradition with seasonal fall fun.
Alessa Alluin, Contributing Writer September 18, 2024

Eating, cooking and sharing food are great ways to honor and celebrate culture. In Hispanic households especially, food is essential to preserving tradition and language. This...