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

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An illustration of two hands holding phones using “Beatmatch,” a new dating app.

Beatmatch: The new dating app that will make your heart skip a beat

It’s time to look past mere surface-level attraction using Beatmatch’s music preferences as a conversational common ground.
Sabrina Lee, Contributing Writer October 21, 2022

Dating app fatigue is real — we swipe through people as fast as we shop online. Only during late-night lonely hours do we find ourselves craving the artificial connections and...

Gloves and masks are indispensable items for going out during the pandemic. Nonetheless, they are only a few of the changes made to dating in this weird time we are all experiencing. (Staff Photo by Manasa Gudavalli)

The New Normal of Dating in the Pandemic

Soulja Boy’s “Kiss Me Thru The Phone” is now being done literally.
Madison San Miguel, Contributing Writer September 17, 2020

A year ago, wearing a mask and avoiding physical contact would not have been necessary to go on a rendezvous with someone new. Now, the pandemic has shifted the way we meet new...

Many couples aren’t as lucky as Jess Chen and Kyle Mariana to live in the same city.  Long distance relationships can be difficult, but trust and positivity are key.

Distance: Love’s Greatest Enemy

Diya Jiang, Staff Writer February 13, 2017
Although many couples are looking forward to Valentine's Day plans, long distance couples especially suffer during this holiday. Here's some insight on what it's like to be in a long-distance relationship and how you can overcome the challenges.
Nonsexual Queer Spaces Needed in NYC

Nonsexual Queer Spaces Needed in NYC

WSN Editorial Board September 26, 2016
The onus is on everyone — not just business leaders — to ensure that no space feels like it is off limits for people who identify as LGBTQ.
Love, Sex and All the Rest: Summer Sex + Date Spots in NYC

Love, Sex and All the Rest: Summer Sex + Date Spots in NYC

May 1, 2016
To prepare you for summer, our anonymous columnists listed the best sex and date spots to hit up when school gets out.