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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

Cover art for "Fyre" on Netflix (Courtesy of Netflix).

Fyre Festival Scam Continues

The music festival scandal that led to a social media riot culminated in two competing documentaries, but even they were unable to escape ethical issues in their production.
Dante Sacco, Staff Writer February 11, 2019

Fyre Festival, the brainchild of practiced millennial manipulator Billy McFarland, was a 2017 ultra-luxe music festival in the Bahamas imagined to appeal to the basest desires...

Puerto Rico’s Crisis Is Far From Over

Puerto Rico’s Crisis Is Far From Over

Paola Nagovitch, Deputy Opinions Editor March 26, 2018
While some efforts for recovery have been made, Puerto Rico is still struggling in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Experts reflect on  Sandy, future planning

Experts reflect on Sandy, future planning

Christine Wang, Contributing Writer October 29, 2014
Event Coverage of "Sandy and the City: Disaster Preparedness and Resiliency in a Changing Climate"

Langone receives extra funds for Sandy relief

December 27, 2012
In the continued efforts to repair destroyed facilities, FEMA has allotted additional aid to the Langone Medical Center.