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

Washington Square News

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The Soapbox: Haitian gangs, a prisoner’s hunger strike, Italy’s refusal of migrants

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk analyzing major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Tori Morales, Deputy New Editor November 11, 2022

In Haiti, a small concession from gangs leaves much to be desired The leader of the Haitian gang federation G9 Family and Allies announced on Nov. 4 that he would end the blockade...

Isolationist populism is becoming a concern not just in the United States, but also other parts of the world such as Britain and France.

World Politics: The Spring of Closed Doors

Raven Quesenberry, Contributing Writer May 1, 2017
In the political cacophony that has erupted during President Donald Trump's first 100 days in the White House, it's easy to get caught up — but it's important to stay aware of global politics as well.
Extreme nationalism threatens E.U.

Extreme nationalism threatens E.U.

February 19, 2014
Xenophobia is plaguing the European Union.