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

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The Soapbox: French pension reform, drought in Spain, migration in Italy

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Yezen Saadah, News Editor April 21, 2023

In France, protests rise after government approves pension law French President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial plan to raise the retirement age in the country from 62 to 64...

Lionel Messi celebrating a goal against Granada CF for Barcelona back in October of 2014. Now, Messi and the clubs current relationship remains uncertain after the players request to leave was denied. (Image via Wikimedia, from L.F.Salas)

Can Messi and Barcelona Achieve Their Perfect Goodbye?

By declining Lionel Messi’s request to leave, Barcelona has gambled both on Messi’s brilliance being enough to propel a comeback season and on having a chance at an amicable split with the soccer player.
Kevin Ryu, Sports Editor September 8, 2020

When Sir Alex Ferguson retired from managing soccer club Manchester United in 2013, 13-year-old me could not believe it. He had just led the team to another Premier League...

The Montado de Escalivada was a flavorful bite perfect to share on a plate with friends.

Flavor and Festivity in Midtown’s Newest Addition: Boqueria

Liv Chai, Dining Editor April 24, 2018
Introduce yourself to the vibrant Spanish cuisine at Boqueria's newest location in Midtown.
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Exposure | Animals Abroad

Veronica Liow, Anna Letson and Euan Prentis December 4, 2017
When you're abroad and separated from your pets at home, it's hard to find an animal to fill the void.
Denibi S/S 2018

Denibi S/S 2018

Ali Webb, Staff Writer September 10, 2017

Upon being seated in a sun-filled, waterside space at Pier 59 Studios, guests of Denibi discovered a poem. The ode to the fashion house’s Barcelona roots concluded, “I...

Desigual Spring/Summer 17

Desigual Spring/Summer 17

Anna Letson, Multimedia Editor September 8, 2016

To the beat of a heavy bass, Desigual's Spring/Summer 2017 line portrays the Global Traveller; a woman whose spirit travels around the world, taking in cultures and countries....

Manchester and Liverpool played on 10/25/15.

Diagnosing the Premier League in three matches

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor October 27, 2015
After a big weekend but a somewhat underwhelming Manchester Derby, the Barclays Premier League continues to heat up. Who will come out on top?
NYU Tennis player, Alice McGinty, is a freshmen from Barcelona, Spain.

Globetrotting freshman hits NYU tennis courts

Michael Thompson, Deputy Sports Editor October 9, 2015
Freshman Alice McGinty brings her unique sense of culture and experience to this year's Lady Violets tennis team.

Messi vs. Ronaldo: A career-long fight worth appreciating

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor April 9, 2015
A personal reflection on the stars dominating soccer right now.
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Talented teams face off in Champions League play

March 5, 2013
Soccer teams in Europe vie for a spot in the next round of Champions League playoffs.
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Marginalized youth might be offered opportunity to study hip-hop in Barcelona

March 4, 2013
The Hip Hop Re:Education Project hopes to raise funds to send New York City youth abroad to study hip-hop music.
Courtesy of Börkur Sigurbjörnsson

Barcelona already dominating La Liga

October 10, 2012
With Real Madrid off to a slow start, FC Barcelona is currently in first place by a wide margin.