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

Washington Square News

LGBTQ Events Are Not a Security Threat

LGBTQ Events Are Not a Security Threat

Wayne Chen, Staff Writer November 28, 2017
Turkey's recent ban on LGBTQ-related events, which celebrates nothing but positivity, is a short-sighted move that will drag Turkey’s human rights progress years behind
Pay Attention to Foreign Affairs

Pay Attention to Foreign Affairs

Paola Nagovitch, Deputy Opinion Editor November 27, 2017
While it is understandable to only follow the international coverage that explicitly correlates to American news, we cannot simply rely on blissful ignorance of world affairs.
Will the Visa Suspension Between the U.S. and Turkey End?

Will the Visa Suspension Between the U.S. and Turkey End?

Anonymous October 17, 2017
For the first time in their diplomatic history, the United States and Turkey have mutually suspended all non-immigrant visa applications such as diplomatic, travel, commerce, employment and even student visas. I heard this news from someone very close to me back in Turkey. I did not want believe it.
International Students Deserve to Vote

International Students Deserve to Vote

Giovanna Trabasso, Contributing Writer October 16, 2017
For a country that prides itself on being a melting pot of opportunities it would only seem natural for international students, the leaders of the future general, to be allowed a say about those that will be making decisions about the places they chose to live in.
India Floods: Déjà vu

India Floods: Déjà vu

Apurva Kothari, Contributing Writer September 21, 2017
1985, 2005, 2017: This is neither the first time torrential rains derailed the lives of a million Indians nor will it be the last.