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"Finding Babel," a documentary directed by David Novack, follows Andrei Malaev-Babel's journey to learn more about his grandfather, Isaac Babel, and his famous writings.

‘Finding Babel’ Makes Russian Writer Into a Folk Hero

Carter Glace, Staff Writer October 26, 2016
In the new documentary "Finding Babel," attempting to cover the entirety of the rich history behind famed writer Isaac Babel and his legacy turns out to be too much to tackle in a single film, no matter how touching.
WikiLeaks Works Best Illegally

WikiLeaks Works Best Illegally

Henry Cohen, Contributing Writer October 23, 2016
A fair election is only legitimate if the electorate is informed, and with every released email, WikiLeaks brings us closer to that ideal of radical transparency.
Alexander Ovechkin has a combination of wit, physicality and skill that is unmatched in perennial foe Sidney Crosby

Sid vs. Ovi: A Case for Ovechkin

Abbey Wilson, Copy Chief April 14, 2016
WSN's Abbey Wilson argues against Rachel Ruecker and believes Alexander Ovechkin is this era's best player.
US duplicity hinders Syrian resolution

US duplicity hinders Syrian resolution

Daniel Moritz-Rabson, Contributing writer October 15, 2015
At this stage, the US and Russia are essentially fighting a proxy war in Syria.
Midterm campaigning reflects political hypocrisy

Midterm campaigning reflects political hypocrisy

April 2, 2014
Compromise can only occur if representatives articulate consistent beliefs that benefit citizens.
On the Wire: Global

On the Wire: Global

March 31, 2014
Check out what's going on at NYU's global sites.
Crimea reveals Russian insecurities

Crimea reveals Russian insecurities

March 27, 2014
In its handling of Crimean annexation, Russian foreign policy had changed from its previous top-down model of management into the more involved micromanaging of regional politics
[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: U.S. Response to Ukraine

[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: U.S. Response to Ukraine

March 7, 2014
Why has the West been so tepid in its response to the unfolding crisis in Ukraine?
Vittorio's Razor: U.S. cannot change Russian interests in Ukraine

Vittorio’s Razor: U.S. cannot change Russian interests in Ukraine

March 6, 2014
The United States is underestimating Putin’s desire to maintain control over the Black Sea.
Omar's Oration: West must counteract Russian aggression

Omar’s Oration: West must counteract Russian aggression

March 4, 2014
Discounting Putin’s capacity for harm would be a mistake for the Western world.
Students at NYU Prague respond to Ukrainian conflict

Students at NYU Prague respond to Ukrainian conflict

Emily Bell and Jordan Melendrez March 3, 2014
Students at NYU Prague are experiencing effects of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine because of their proximity to the region, and are finding ways to get involved.
[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Sochi Winter Olympics

[VIDEO] Op Ed Live: Sochi Winter Olympics

February 14, 2014
WSN takes a look into the issues surrounding the Olympics.