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An edited illustration of Michelangelo's “The Creation of Adam” showing the index fingers of a pair of yellow hands with black tattoos wearing rings touching.

Review: Yves Tumor cheekily preaches for religious fluidity

The artist's newest album, “Praise A Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds)” is rich in visual aesthetic and political argument. 
Sandy Battulga, Music Editor March 29, 2023

In “Praise A Lord Who Chews But Which Does Not Consume; (Or Simply, Hot Between Worlds),” Yves Tumor overtly and subtly pokes fun at the rigidity of Christianity, arguing for...

A woman stands in the middle of a crowd of protesters in Times Square. She shouts and raises her fist.

Demonstrators march across Manhattan to protest Tyre Nichols killing

New Yorkers marched through the streets after Memphis authorities released footage of Nichols being fatally beaten by police.
Adrianna Nehme, Tori Morales and Yezen Saadah January 29, 2023

Hundreds of demonstrators across New York City took part in marches protesting the death of Tyre Nichols, a Black man who died earlier this month after being brutally beaten by...

An illustration of a disheveled woman with ash on her face and a shocked expression. She wears a black robe and behind her is a man and a forest.

Review: ‘You Won’t Be Alone’ meditates on the simultaneous universality and individuality of the human experience

Goran Stolevski’s “You Won’t Be Alone” (2022), a fantasy film set in rural 19th century Macedonia, tells the story of a witch who learns to navigate the world in a human body.
Lorena Campes, Staff Writer April 13, 2022

Content warning: This article mentions abuse and sexual assault.  Filmmaking and movie-watching have evolved into collective processes and experiences. When it comes to international...

Don’t Forget About Iraqi Women When War Occurs

Don’t Forget About Iraqi Women When War Occurs

Recent tensions sparked between the United States and Iran will threaten the mental and physical state of Iraqi women and girls.
Gabby Lozano, Deputy Opinion Editor January 29, 2020

Since the 1980s, the United States has continued to meddle in Iraq and Iran. The constant invasions, coup d’etats and forced instillations of Western principles of government...

Girls Who Code Isn't About Stealing Jobs From Men

Girls Who Code Isn’t About Stealing Jobs From Men

Serena Vanchiro, Columnist October 15, 2018
After a jarring conversation with a fellow Tandon student who invalidated the Girls Who Code movement, our columnist Serena aims to explain what the Girls Who Code movement is and what it isn't, while incorporating her own experience with the organization.
Why Do We Force Sex and Crime on Black Children?

Why Do We Force Sex and Crime on Black Children?

Cheyenne Porcher, Columnist October 11, 2018
Black children are often the victims of sexualization and violent crimes. Why do we treat them as adults, and how can we stop this predatory behavior?
This Is How Tennis Treats Black Women

This Is How Tennis Treats Black Women

Sayer Devlin, Managing Editor September 10, 2018
Serena Williams's loss at the U.S. Open is one example of how a white-dominated sport treats black women.
Lauren Holtkamp is the third woman to become a full-time referee for the NBA.

The Case for More Female Referees

Bela Kirpalani, Deputy Sports Editor April 23, 2018
There is currently a lack of female referees in the sports world.
A scene from “Did You Wonder Who Fired the Gun?” by Travis Wilkerson

Now You Don’t Have to Wonder Who Fired the Gun

Brooke LaMantia, Contributing Writer February 27, 2018
Travis Wilkerson explores brutality and more specifically, brutality towards people of color in his new documentary, “Did You Wonder Who Fired the Gun?”
Sexism is Everywhere — Even in Twitter Bios

Sexism is Everywhere — Even in Twitter Bios

Helena Gonzalez, Contributing Writer November 16, 2017
Women in politics clearly feel or have been taught to feel that they need to be relatable and because they are women, that means being moms or wives first and so-called huggers-in-chief.
Why Can I Only Express My Sexuality During Halloween?

Why Can I Only Express My Sexuality During Halloween?

Shraddha Bhavesh Jajal, Contributing Writer October 24, 2017
Why is it okay for women to express their sexuality through their clothing during Halloween, but not during the other 364 days of the year?

NFL Announcer Beth Mowins (right) faced sexist criticism after becoming the first female play-by-play announcer in 30 years to call an NFL regular season game.

Commentary: Female NFL Announcer Faces Scrutiny

Brianna Davis, Contributing Writer October 10, 2017
Beth Mowins faces sexist remarks as the first woman to announce NFL Monday Night Football.