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

Washington Square News

The storefront of the restaurant which has “KOLACHI” and “ROLLS AND FRIES,” written in yellow text.

Kolachi’s rolls put Pakistani food on the campus map

The newly-opened Karachi-inspired restaurant in the East Village serves up affordable yet filling parathas and fries.
Krish Dev and Naisha Roy November 15, 2023

Kolachi, a new Pakistani restaurant in the East Village, brings the taste of Karachi to NYU students with its simple menu of hearty paratha rolls and spicy fries.  The restaurant,...

A pair of platform Converse standing on top of a box under the Washington Square Arch.

The Soapbox: Economic crisis in Argentina, an explosion in Gaza, food crisis in Ghana

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Maisie Zipfel, Deputy News Editor September 15, 2023

In Argentina, an economic crisis looms over upcoming election The annual inflation rate in Argentina rose to 124.4% in the past year, according to a study conducted by the National...

An illustration of a wooden box in a park. A pair of legs with blue jeans and black Converse sneakers stands on top of the box. The box reads “WSN.”

The Soapbox: Shipwreck in Italy, outcry after Australian murder, Germany’s feminist foreign policy

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN covering major news developments at NYU’s campuses and study away sites abroad. Global consciousness for a global university.
Yezen Saadah, News Editor March 3, 2023

In Italy, a shipwreck kills dozens of migrants A wooden boat carrying migrants from Turkey to Europe crashed near the southern coast of Italy on Sunday, killing at least 67 including...

The yellow roof of The Chai Spot. Above it, is a black pole with a circular white sign that reads “Chai Tea.”

The Chai Spot brings a taste of Pakistan to Mott Street

This student-favorite Pakistani tea lounge is the perfect place to spill the chai with friends.
Kanita Tariq, Staff Writer October 27, 2022

To the average Pakistani, chai is more than just a morning beverage. It is a string that ties everyone together, no matter their cultural backgrounds. For many immigrant families...

Models stand on the side of the runway with Nikita Shah.

First-ever South Asian New York Fashion Week reclaims origins

Amid protests prior to the runway, South Asian New York Fashion Week pays homage to South Asian heritage through design.
Roshni Raj, Culture Editor September 22, 2022

Pleated cottons, flowy chiffons and lightweight silks — mainstays of South Asian fashion — were carefully draped on models as they got ready to close out the first-ever...

An illustration of a wooden box in a park. A pair of legs with blue jeans and black Converse sneakers stands on top of the box. The box reads “WSN.”

The Soapbox: Growing opposition challenges global leaders’ expanding power

The Soapbox is a weekly column by WSN’s news desk examining the major developments in world news and rounding up the stories we think are worth the read this week. Global consciousness for a global university.
Gabriel Hawthorne, Deputy News Editor April 12, 2022

Pakistan’s prime minister removed by Parliament Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, was ousted by Parliament after losing a no-confidence vote on the morning...

Members of the NYU community attended the vigil to pay their respects for those who have been affected by the devastating earthquake that hit Afghanistan, Pakistan, and other regions of South Asia earlier this week.

SSC holds vigil for victims of South Asian earthquake

Carmen Russo, Staff Writer October 29, 2015
NYU Student Government held a vigil to honor the victims of the devastating earthquake that hit Afghanistan, Pakistan, and other regions of South Asia on Monday, October 26, 2015.
Anti-Muslim sentiment clouds Iran Deal discourse

Anti-Muslim sentiment clouds Iran Deal discourse

Pragya Gianani, Contributing Writer October 13, 2015
The Western media, clouded by a thin veneer of anti-Islamic sentiment, remains unwilling to see the Iran issue from any perspective but their own.
Documentary on Pakistani teenager Malala Yousafzai who has become the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

‘He Named Me Malala’ celebrates the girl behind the iconic name

Daria Butler, Contributing Writer October 8, 2015
"He Named Me Malala" paints a powerful portrait of the young activist Malala Yousafzai and the Afghani folk hero after whom she was named, Malalai of Maiwand.
Panel speaks on female  education

Panel speaks on female education

Deeksha Mehta September 22, 2014
To discuss the recent "Malala Phenomenon" and the tensions surrounding her role in global politics and education, NYU Steinhardt hosted a panel discussion on Sept. 19.
Malala Yousafzai can help mend Pakistan’s wounds

Malala Yousafzai can help mend Pakistan’s wounds

Christina Coleburn, Contributing Columnist October 16, 2013
Yousafzai the young Pakistani girl who fights for educating girl is viewed as a disgrace in Pakistan, while the western world sees her as a hero.
Courtesy of Shamir Tanna

Inspiring, heroic individuals continue to motivate others

August 21, 2013
The media often portrays people who represent the problems with the world. However, there are still those who provide hope and inspiration.