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An illustration of the flags of Ukraine and the United States crossed in front of a black-and-white drawing of destroyed buildings.

Off Topic: A ceasefire in Ukraine isn’t as simple as you think it is

For the past two years, the war in Ukraine has intensified. While President-elect Donald Trump has called for an immediate end to hostilities, he neglects the disadvantageous position Ukraine is in.
Noah Zaldivar, Opinion Editor December 10, 2024

To the non-apocalypse-minded among us, the Doomsday Clock tracks the human race’s relative proximity to self-caused human annihilation, measured by the number of hours and minutes...

A black-and-white portrait of artist Chxrry 22. A female with dark complexion and black straight long hair poses for picture wearing a white t-shirt that reads “Chxrry” in a cursive font.

Chxrry22 debuts in ‘The Other Side’

Chxrry22 talks about her music journey and debut EP “The Other Side” at a press conference with °1824, Universal Music Group N.V.
Paree Chopra, Staff Writer November 14, 2022

Chxrry22 is the first female talent signed to XO and Republic Records. She completely embodies her multifaceted personality in her music. At a conference with °1824, Universal...

(Illustration by Sophia Di Iorio)

The Best Soccer Celebrations, Ranked

Bela Kirpalani, Editor-at-Large April 5, 2020

Soccer is full of amazing moments — the skillful dribbling, the insane goals and the celebrations that become iconic in the sport’s history.  Sometimes, the goal celebration...


Apartments in New York and London. side by side.

A New Yorker in London

Taylor Elizabeth Rogers, Contributing Writer April 29, 2018
New York and London may share a common language and a cosmopolitan mindset, but lifestyle differences are hidden underneath these similarities.
The U.S. flag has appeared on clothing as an icon or a print for decades, but is now being banned from appearing on apparel.

Tomi Lahren’s Star-Spangled Fashion

Kate Holland, Staff Writer November 20, 2017
When Fox News contributor Tomi Lahren wore a flag-like garment for Halloween, she received some backlash. But people seem to have less of a problem with the use of the flag as clothing than the fact that the flag has come to represent exclusionary ideals in the U.S.
US must not give Israel a blank check

US must not give Israel a blank check

Patrick Seaman, Staff Writer November 12, 2015
The US cannot afford to have its assets tied up in Israel any longer.
Harry's Take: U.S. must stop funding Ugandan anti-gay measures

Harry’s Take: U.S. must stop funding Ugandan anti-gay measures

March 3, 2014
Homosexuality is a crime in 38 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Diplomacy, not democracy, would be best for U.S. involvement in Egypt

September 12, 2013
In light of the ongoing tragedy in Syria, the world is reminded of the value of a properly functioning democracy, and more significantly, the inherent devastation that comes from not having one.
Jonathan Tan/WSN

Redirecting foreign aid to where it actually matters

April 11, 2013
While the U.S. offers millions of dollars to underdeveloped countries, foreign aid doesn't reach those who can truly make a difference.
United States must take more vocal stance on human rights abuses

United States must take more vocal stance on human rights abuses

March 22, 2013
In light of the silence of U.S. officials since the imprisonment of two human rights activists in Saudia Arabia, it is time for the United States to shed fears of ruining diplomatic relations and stand up against human rights violations in the Middle East.
Courtesy of Nina Golshan

U.S. sanctions on Iran harm average citizens

March 7, 2013
As the United States and the European Union pursue nuclear non-proliferation through economic sanctions, average Iranian citizens are the ones who pay the price.
Gloria Lee/WSN

Cuban immigration reforms will prove ineffective and dangerous

February 7, 2013
Recent Cuban immigration reform poses unlikely drawbacks.