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

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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

From sci-fi to real life — the advances of artificial intelligence, part I

January 11, 2013
In the debate of what intelligence truly means, columnist Marcelo Cicconet looks at the current state of artificial intelligence.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

FISA Amendment Act overlooked by public, grants government too much power

December 29, 2012
Though not as discussed in the news, the reauthorization of this act continues to undermine individual liberties.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Remember the unsung heroes and moments of 2012

December 29, 2012
While mainstream media highlighted many worthy stories this year, several moments and individuals deserve to share the spotlight.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Excessive decorations lose sight of holiday season’s true meaning

December 27, 2012
Obnoxious Christmas decorations lose sight of Christmas' true meaning and serve as a public nusiance.

Semi-automatic weapons unnecessary, unsafe in civilian hands

December 24, 2012

Live Blog The Smith & Wesson M&P 15 and the Bushmaster XM-15 are, undeniably, good examples of clever engineering. What is clever about these rifles is that they are semi-automatic...

Jonathan Tan/WSN

Turn online support into real social change

December 17, 2012
In the wake of yet another tragedy, the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, it is time we take real-world action to prevent further atrocities.
File Photo by William Martin

Hurricane Sandy cannot be linked to single cause

December 11, 2012
Earth’s changing climate is creating conditions that increase the likelihood of more intense and damaging hurricanes in coming years.
The lofty goals of Fast Food Forward may be unattainable

The lofty goals of Fast Food Forward may be unattainable

December 11, 2012
Despite rising cost of living in the city, higher wages for fast food workers are unlikely to change.

Scholars compete for quality amidst massive numbers of publications

December 5, 2012
The more knowledge the better? Not in the case of the thousands of academic articles being published today.
NY Posts front page photo serves no journalistic purpose

NY Post’s front page photo serves no journalistic purpose

December 4, 2012
A photograph of a man about to die from an oncoming subway train was published in the New York Post, leading many to criticize the publication’s intentions.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Countries must prevent climate complications for global security

December 4, 2012
As global climate change continues to threaten the planet, the U.N. seeks to reduce global greenhouse emissions worldwide.
Courtesy of Emma Dolhai

NHL lockout hurts fans, not just players

December 4, 2012
NHL Lockout is irresponsible and unnecessary.