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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

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

Washington Square News

Heung-min Son is South Korea’s pride in the game of soccer, being the star forward of Tottenham Hotspurs. With the skills and traits of a top player, he challenges the Asian stereotype in the sport and so inspired numerous aspiring young talents. (Staff Illustration by Chelsea Li)

Why Heung-min Son Is My Favorite Player

I have watched Heung-min Son play for Tottenham Hotspurs for four years now. He has since become my favorite player.
Kevin Ryu, Sports Editor September 27, 2020

My fandom for soccer began when I was five. It was the 2002 World Cup, and like everyone else in South Korea that summer, my friends and I had been swept by the fervor...

Novak Djokovic won the U.S. Open in four sets.

Djokovic’s greatness under-appreciated due to subtlety

Tony Schwab, Contributing Writer September 16, 2015
Despite his win in the U.S. Open, tennis fans still haven’t warmed up to Novak Djokovic. Tony Schwab explains why.
Courtesy of Katie Haugland

Benching NBA stars causes controversy from commissioner

December 5, 2012
The commissioner of the NBA, David Stern, fined the San Antonio Spurs for allowing certain key players to rest during a game. The health of NBA players has now taken center-stage in a national debate on Stern’s decision.