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

Washington Square News

A person picking up a piece of duck with a pair of chopsticks from a dish that is filled with duck and red and green peppers.

Hunan Slurp, home to mouthwatering meats and noodle Narnia

From decadent noodle soups to divine takes on traditional Chinese cuisine, Hunan Slurp will surely cure any winter woes.
Andrea Lui, Dining Editor February 7, 2024

Hunan Slurp, a contemporary Chinese eatery located in the East Village, serves up luscious noodle and entree dishes in homage to head chef Chao Wang’s home — the Hunan province...

A man (Hayao Miyazaki) with a white beard, white hair and glasses is sitting down, looking at a piece of paper. Behind him, there are paintings hanging on the wall.

Why Studio Ghibli nostalgia hits different

Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki and his animation studio introduced a generation to the adult world, while also reminding us of our childhood innocence.
Tony Jaeyeong Jeong, Contributing Writer December 15, 2023

After groggily dragging my exhausted and hungover body out of bed, I crept outside my dorm for a breath of fresh air and headed to the cinema. I squinted at my phone to check for...

An illustration of the Washington Square Arch. Behind the arch sits gray and brown alternating high-rises. On the top right are the words “The Daybook” in an arched shape.

What to do this week: A medieval performance, mural creation and more

The Daybook is WSN’s weekly column listing in-person and online events at NYU and across New York City. This week: March 6-12.
Bruna Horvath, Deputy News Editor March 5, 2023

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Best Movies to Watch While Sick

The Arts Desk gives its film recommendations for the next time you’re feeling a little under the weather.
Guru Ramanathan, Alex Cullina, Claire Fishman, Arts Desk February 8, 2019

When you’re feeling sick, there are a couple things you can do to take care of yourself: rest up, take some vitamins or watch a good movie. Films can conjure up feelings of wonder,...

‘The Red Turtle’ Director Discusses French Animation

‘The Red Turtle’ Director Discusses French Animation

Rene Bennett, Contributing Writer February 7, 2018
The inaugural Animation First festival, hosted by the French Institute Alliance Française, featured a Q&A with "The Red Turtle" director Michel Dudok De Wit this past weekend.