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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 Tahra Khanuja
An illustration of a plate with four pieces of Ecuadorian bread, or “panes” on it against a red background.

Ecuadorian cheese bread and the silent labor of love 

How my abuelita's panes recipe helped me connect with my cultural heritage.
Tahra Khanuja, Contributing Writer May 3, 2023

I remember visiting my abuelitos’ place as a child in Sunnyside, Queens, running upstairs to their sunlit two-bedroom apartment. Though we only visited a few times a year, the...

Two runners run across a pier on Hudson River. The skyscrapers at the Hudson Yards are further away in the background with the sun shining on them.

4 tips for running in New York City

New York City is one of the most runner-friendly cities in the country — if you know how to navigate it.
Tahra Khanuja, Contributing Writer March 3, 2023

With its packed sidewalks, populous crowds and overall clutter, Manhattan may seem like a completely un-runnable borough. But if you’re willing to call New York a walkable city,...