Pieces I've Written
Shay
United States
Former WSN Copy Chief, linguistics student, and lifelong writer. There would be a dozen more pieces under the copyedited section, but the site has limits.
United States
Former WSN Copy Chief, linguistics student, and lifelong writer. There would be a dozen more pieces under the copyedited section, but the site has limits.
Pieces I've Written
It's the day after Valentine's Day, and while you could easily raid CVS for 50% off heart candies, there are better things to do to your stomach.
The cars began arriving around 6:30 p.m., and by 8 p.m., the hallways were crowded with people in formal attire calling out to old friends, observing the decor or heading for the bar. The string quartet bowed the classics, the grand chandeliers held dozens of bright candlesticks and the red of cold cheeks began to fade as guests entered through the double doors.
Then, the performances really began. There were quite a few acts, each different from the one before it: the legendary religious-themed performance of burlesque veteran , the pink dress dance of Witch Tulips , the erotic poetry of , the sultry Audrey Love donning leather, and the energetic Mercy Masala getting half naked.
Pieces I've Copyedited
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New York City is no stranger to the silver screen. Time and time again, it has set the stage for gritty crime dramas, sappy rom-coms and billion-dollar superhero blockbusters. Audiences from across the globe immediately associate the city with the grandeur and spectacle of cinema. However, the c
I always love going to baseball games early to watch the players warm up, especially when Aaron Judge is playing. Watching him stroll onto the field, you realize just how big 6'7" really is. His shoulders definitely look broad enough to carry the inconsistent and injury-prone Yankees through a playo
The New York Rangers are five games through the regular season, with a current record of 3-1-1 after an overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks on Oct. 20. While it is still early, there is plenty to be said on the Rangers season thus far.
Forbes recognized 26 NYU students and alums in its 2023 edition of the 30 Under 30 list - an annual ranking of successful individuals under 30 years old across 20 industries, ranging from venture capital to sports.
After last year's mixed season for the NYU men's basketball team, in which they had its first winning record in six years, but finished second to last in the conference, the program has made some big changes ahead of the new season.