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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

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

Washington Square News

All content by Juan Hanes
Café Colmado brings life and love to the Lower East Side

Café Colmado brings life and love to the Lower East Side

The cafe opened on Sept. 29, taking the spirit of Puerto Rican grocery stores to a New York City coffee shop.
Juan Hanes, Contributing Writer October 18, 2024

Last Saturday, the typical nighttime quiet on the corner of Broome Street and Eldridge Street was drowned out by Dominican post-punk music. But the pop-up concert — “Mañana...

A photo of toy angels in a line, wearing various bright hats and outfits.

These naked babies are taking campus by storm

Collectible toys like Sonny Angels and Smiskis are everywhere. But why?
Juan Hanes, Contributing Writer October 3, 2024

An army of three-inch plastic babies has invaded our school. Clipped to phones, hanging from keychains, perched on desks — Sonny Angels, the collectible cherub-like figurines...