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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

“Beasts of No Nation” is a 2015 American war drama film portraying the experiences of a young boy who survives as his country, Ghana, goes through a horrific war.

Idris Elba shocking in ‘Beasts of No Nation’

Zach Martin, FIlm Editor October 12, 2015
"True Detective" director Cary Fukunaga turns to Netflix in "Beasts of No Nation," a harrowing tale about a child's recruitment into a mercenary, with Idris Elba as the ruthless Commandant.
Netflixs’ new show, Narcos, premiered on August 28th.

Netflix’s “Narcos” is raw, riveting

Eugenia Cavazos, Contributing writer September 8, 2015
Netflix's new show "Narcos" encapsulates the grittiness of the very real drama of drug wars.
Lack of Internet connection in city concerning

Lack of Internet connection in city concerning

Kenny Kyunghoon Lee, Contributing Columnist April 26, 2015
Given how important internet access is to people's personal and economic development, that 1 in 5 New Yorkers do not have broadband access is unacceptable.

Staff Recommendations: Netflix binges

WSN Staff March 4, 2015
After Netflix recently announced their programming premieres, the WSN staff recommends shows to binge-watch on Netflix.
Notable 2014 films available to stream

Notable 2014 films available to stream

Alex Greenberger, Arts Editor December 3, 2014
Skip the line for "Interstellar" and watch some of the year's best movies from the comfort of your couch
Journalism needs a Netflix to innovate

Journalism needs a Netflix to innovate

Tommy Collison, Staff Columnist November 18, 2014
Journalism should embrace a new subscription service that allows access to multiple content providers.
Special proves Peretti’s comedic power

Special proves Peretti’s comedic power

Sidney Butler, Contributing Writer November 18, 2014
"Brooklyn Nine-Nine" star Chelsea Peretti delivers laughs and poignant social media commentary in her new Netflix special.
Streaming content broadens TV audience

Streaming content broadens TV audience

Zahra Haque November 4, 2014
Streaming services will continue to make quality television programming accessible to more viewers.
Wyatt Cenac recently released a Netflix stand-up special  on Oct. 21.

Cenac reveals passion for city in Netflix special

Zach Martin, Contributing Writer October 23, 2014
Stand-up comedian Wyatt Cenac parodies gentrification in Brooklyn in a new special
Adam's Angle: Comcast-Netflix deal threatens competition

Adam’s Angle: Comcast-Netflix deal threatens competition

March 6, 2014
While Comcast’s deal is legal, there are checks that must be made to ensure that the increasingly powerful conglomerate does not abuse the power it has over content providers.
Fox plans to forgo pilot season in hope of better television

Fox plans to forgo pilot season in hope of better television

January 26, 2014
Fox is opting out of the traditional pilot season.
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Summer TV shows promise for more female representation

September 10, 2013
The show provides an original take on an oft-dramatized setting.