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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

Duane Park Patisserie in Greenwich Village has been serving the popular chocolate cake treats known as Ring Dings since 1922.

Ring Dings Will Be Your Next Fling

Yasmin Gulec, Dining Editor November 13, 2017
The 60's classic, Ring Dings, are making a comeback! Taste these delicious small cakes at the Duane Park Patisserie
The NYU MetroCenter is housed at 726 Broadway, which is also the location of many other major NYU facilities, such as the Liberal Studies.

Report Shows Diversity is Crucial

Chelsey Sanchez, Digital Director November 13, 2017
A report by the Metro Center finds that diversity in NYC public schools plays a role in the quality of education.
Mr. Bing is a new restaurant located on St. Marks Place and serves jianbings or “bings” which is a traditional Chinese street food that resembles a French crepe.

Mr. Bing: A New Food Culture

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer November 13, 2017
The famous Chinese street food Jianbing has opened up shop in New York City and is serving traditional Jianbings with a little twist.
It’s OK Not to Go Out Every Weekend

It’s OK Not to Go Out Every Weekend

Melanie Pineda, Staff Writer November 10, 2017
There is no need for students to have to burn themselves out every single time Friday night comes along.
At the heart of Bryant Park’s annual Winter Village is its ice skating rink. It hosts thousands of visitors each year while also offering various winter festivities.

Bryant Park’s Winter Village Rings in the Season

Thomas Chou, Deputy Features Editor November 8, 2017
Need some holiday cheer? Check out the Bryant Park Winter Village.
Should NYC Just Ban Cars Too?

Should NYC Just Ban Cars Too?

Theo Wayt, Staff Writer November 6, 2017
Fewer than 30 percent of those killed in car crashes last year were drivers or passengers. The majority were pedestrians and cyclists — New Yorkers who chose to avoid cars and were therefore more vulnerable, just like those killed on Halloween.
San Marzano is an East Village favorite and offers a number of different pasta plates for nine dollars.

NYC Pasta Under $10

Drew Lederman, Staff Writer November 6, 2017
Do you love pasta but cannot find cheap Italian spots? Look no further! Here is a list of pasta spots that have pasta under 10 dollars
Campaign ads encouraging New Yorkers to vote in the local elections were displayed all around the city, especially on the subway.

Students Campaign for Change

Chelsey Sanchez, Digital Director November 6, 2017
For some NYU students, working on a campaign for a local election means campaigning to affect citizens' daily life.
Candy has substituted potatoes, apples, and nuts as the “currency” of halloween in modern day.

A Brief History of Trick-or Treating

Sherry Yan, Staff Writer November 2, 2017
Halloween and treats go hand in hand. However have you ever stopped to think what existed when the candy corns did not
Approximately 200 people attended a vigil on Nov. 1 for the victims of the TriBeCa attack.

NYC Holds Interfaith Vigil for Victims of TriBeCa Attack

Several NYU students attended a vigil supporting the victims of Tuesday's terror attack in Lower Manhattan.
Miranda Levingston, News Editor November 2, 2017
New Yorkers held a vigil for the victims of the Oct. 31 TriBeCa attack.

Taco Bell recently released the Kit Kat Chocodilla, using cut-up kit kats instead of cheese as the filling between two flour tortillas, a simple recipe that can be recreated at home.

Taco Bell Shows its Sweet Tooth

Michael Muth, Contributing Writer October 30, 2017
Taco Bell has a new quesadilla in select locations around America. Since we are not in one of those locations, we decided to create it ourselves.
Since Amazon bought Whole Foods on Aug. 28, prices have significantly lowered. If you’re a student with an Amazon Prime membership you may be in luck for future changes to come.

Students Still Avoid Whole Foods

Natalie Chinn, Staff Writer October 23, 2017
There has been changes in prices in the products sold at Wholefoods due to Amazon.