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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

A collage of five pictures of differently prepared dates.

Break your fast with these 5 stuffed date recipes this Ramadan

From peanut butter to mascarpone, bring the tradition of breaking fast with elevated dates to your dorm room kitchen.
Taylor Grace Heller, Contributing Writer March 14, 2024

As Ramadan begins, many fasting students may be missing home a little more than usual. The family iftars, or evening meals, meetings at the local mosques and home cooking feel...

(Staff Illustration by Jae Jin)

Dating horror stories

Tinder hookups and sexting scandals: our staff share their strangest and cringiest stories of dating in the modern age.
WSN Staff February 14, 2022

I had been dating a guy for around three months. We had snuck into my room and were hooking up and as we switched positions, he winced really hard. I asked him what was wrong....

Situated under vibrant red lights, such vegan options like this fried tofu dish are available at Karakatta. This and three other options are selected for an ideal Valentine's Day dinner date. (Photo by Olivia Gonzalez)

Dishing Up Love

The best places to eat this Valentine’s day for every kind of date.
Olivia Gonzalez, Contributing Writer February 14, 2020

Valentine’s Day is here, and no one can deny that love is in the air in New York City — or at the very least, displayed in nearly every storefront. Whether you use the holiday...