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Artist Bruno Major performing in a concert. (via Judy Zhang)

Bruno Major Charms in New York City

After less than a year, Bruno Major returned to the United States last week.
Judy Zhang, Contributing Writer May 3, 2019

Bruno Major gained initial fame through the release of his album “A Song For Every Moon,” for which, as the title suggests, he wrote and released one song every month in 2016....

Staff Rants & Raves: Commuter Edition

Staff Rants & Raves: Commuter Edition

Making my way downtown, walking fast, faces pass and I’m 20 minutes late to Texts and Ideas.
WSN Staff May 2, 2019

Staff Rants On The ASStor Place Cube By Yasmin Gulec, Under the Arch Editor This week is about the commute, and as a person that lives in the East Village with close proximity...

SPS junior Charlene Ren is an international student from Shanghai. Since she didn't want to get a tattoo she would regret, Ren began by using tattoo stickers. (Photo by Emma Li)

Asian Students Get Inked and Break Barriers

Despite the strong stigma around tattoos back home, Asian students are embracing the art.
Emma Li, Contributing Writer April 23, 2019

Twenty-one-year-old singer and songwriter Leah Dou has an international fan base — and a face tattoo. While the design is simple — a single line running from her lower lip...

The Vessel, a 16-floor structure located at 20 Hudson Yards, is the new landmark built as part of the Hudson Yards Redevelopment Project. (Staff Photo by Jorene He)

Hudson Yards: Students Don’t Believe the Hype

NYU students may be known for being elitist — but even we have a problem with Hudson Yards.
Isla Na, Staff Writer March 31, 2019

Hudson Yards, a shining diamond amid the concrete jungle, does not blend into the neighborhood. It stands separately, as if enclosed in a glass case at a museum — to be looked...

The Disrepute of Mayor de Blasio

The Disrepute of Mayor de Blasio

Why New York City’s mayor is so disliked, and what that means for the city’s politics.
Cole Stallone, Deputy Opinion Editor March 24, 2019

In January, only five percent of New Yorkers said Mayor Bill de Blasio would make the best president out of a selection of prominent New York politicians. De Blasio’s approval...

(Photo by Katie Peurrung, Design by Sophia Di Iorio)

Maame Boatemaa | The Solo Traveler

Sam Klein, Managing Editor March 14, 2019

Album for NYC -based artist Brett Castro's new single “teach you to fall in love”. (Courtesy of Danny Garcia)

Brett Castro Wants to ‘Teach You to Fall in Love’

Brett Castro releases a romantic break-up song just as cuffing season is coming to an end.
February 22, 2019

New York City-based indie artist and NYU student Brett Castro is a force to be reckoned with, gearing up for the release of his second EP “I’m Sorry” for a March release....

Neshla Caplan and Adam Kashmiry in "ADAM," running at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts Feb. 14 - 16. (Photo courtesy of the Skirball Center)

A Starving Artist’s Guide to Arts Events This Weekend: Feb. 14 to 17

Stay entertained this weekend for $20 or less.
Alex Cullina, Books & Theatre Editor February 14, 2019

This Valentine’s Day weekend, whether you’re single and looking for something to take your mind off of romance or you’re having trouble thinking of a fun, outside-the-box...

Organic Coconut Melt from Kopari Beauty. (via koparibeauty.com)

Natural Products That’ll Keep You Glowing Through the Winter

Snow and wind are no excuse for dull cheeks.
Matigan King, Contributing Writer December 5, 2018
Snow and wind are no excuse for dull cheeks.
Joe's Pizza is a common late night snack destination for NYU students. (Courtesy of Joe's Pizza)

10 Late Night Food Options for the City That Never Sleeps and Is Always Hungry

If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
Calais Watkins, Staff Writer December 4, 2018
If you’re not going to sleep, you might as well eat.
When going out, all-black ensemble is a stylish go-to. (Photo by Yeho Hwang)

Staying Warm Without Staying In

How to stay warm without staying in.
Taylor Jeffries, Contributing Writer December 4, 2018
How to use staple wardrobe pieces to maintain function and fashion.
Zwinger Palace in Dresden. (Photo by Orsi Liddiard)

Czeching out of Prague for the Weekend

Orsi Liddiard, Contributing Writer December 3, 2018
How to Czech out of Prague: from free school trips to cheap airline tricks.