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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 Madhavi Menon
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A popular Nordic brand is foregrounding sustainability

Fjällräven, the Swedish brand behind the VSCO girl’s iconic Kånken backpack, collaborates for environmental change.
Madhavi Menon, Contributing Writer April 29, 2026

Throughout its SoHo store, Fjällräven’s sustainability marketing is everywhere: Customers are greeted with earthy, wooden floors and warm lighting, along with a vibrant wall...

(Kaleo Zhu for WSN)

Is Mama’s TOO! really the ‘best pizza in the world?’

After earning this accolade, this pizzeria invites consumers to enjoy a deeper look into how we define “the best.”
Madhavi Menon, Contributing Writer March 31, 2026

Located on the corner of Bleecker Street and Christopher Street, Mama’s TOO! was recently recognized for serving the “best pizza in the world” according to Time Out magazine...

(Zara Surti for WSN)

4 Black-owned businesses that combine healing with history

Beyond its rapid commodification, self-care has long been a practice of resistance within Black communities.
Madhavi Menon, Contributing Writer February 26, 2026

As far as self-care goes, treating yourself to a shopping spree or going to the spa is just the tip of the iceberg. The trendy practice can take on a surprising range of forms,...