What Happened With the Flotillas?

A quick look at the fallout after the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying vital humanitarian aid to Gaza, was intercepted.

Kazakhstan Joins the Abraham Accords

What to know behind the decision and significance of Kazakhstan joining the Abraham Accords and what it means for the region at large.

Y’all Hate Complex Characters

A spoiler-heavy commentary on one of the most well-known series within these past few years, The Summer I Turned Pretty, and the audience's inability to empathize with flawed characters.

Europe Isn’t Progressive, It’s Neo-Fascist

Europe is often considered a safe haven for progressive liberals, but a closer look into their history and policies would indicate otherwise.

Maccabi Football Fans Clash with Locals in Amsterdam

Fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv football team started violent clashes in the streets of Amsterdam, while in the city for the UEFA Europa League match.

UNRWA Is Banned By The Israeli Parliament From Operating in Gaza

The Israeli parliament has voted to ban UNRWA operations in Gaza, a move widely criticized as a violation of international law, sparking global concerns.

How American Politics Become a Joke

From meme-filled political campaigns to online echo chambers, American politics is more often laughed at than taken seriously. But should it be this way?

Yearning for a Homeland I’ve Never Known: The Pain and Pride of Belonging to a Place I've Never Been

What does it mean to be from a country? Loving your land even from a distance, and loving a land you’ve never seen or been to still makes it your land, your home. It’s not about the physical distance, it's about the people, the culture, and the love.

Ecocide: Reflections from the “Other”

This is an open letter from the “other” — a story from two Arab girls to the Western world.

On Imane Khelif: Racism, Misogyny, and The Need To Perform in Sports

Imane Khelif is one of the many sportswomen in the world who have had their femininity scrutinized for being exceptional. However, male athletes have never had to undergo such public slander.

Are We Experiencing Political Fatigue?

We are exhausted by the incessant stream of political news. But it should not give an excuse to give up on shaping the world into a better place.

What Is Happening in Lebanon?

(Almost) everything you need to know about attacks on Lebanon over the last two weeks.

The UN General Assembly’s New Resolution about the Occupied Palestinian Territories

An objective overview of the key terms and conditions of the UNGA Resolution for Palestine.

Diaries Of An Exchange Student: Entry 1

Two students chronicle their experience of the exchange program in Dublin.

Doing ‘nothing’ during the summer

A true summer break—whether it's a movie marathon, a lake swim, a forest hike, or cooking with friends—can be more refreshing than a hectic work schedule. We'll miss these moments once the semester gets busy again.

Don’t You Just Love D2 Watermelon?

A lot of people have been vocalizing their love for D2 watermelon these days. This comes as no surprise since everyone knows that you can rely on the juicy, crunchy, and sweet watermelon at the salad bar.

5 Watermelon Gift Ideas

Let us explore some Watermelon gift ideas, as this fruit shares the festive, wintry colors of green, red, and white.

Podcasts You Should Listen To

Recommendations for podcasts that inspire, shift your reality or simply entertain you even in the worst of times.

No One Should Be This Famous

No one should be famous enough to have the Empire State Building light up for the ranch that they eat with their chicken. On Taylor Swift and the shifting societal discourse around female celebrities

Game On, But at What Cost?

A reflection on team sports culture and a desperate need to reevaluate it.

Five Lessons from Freshman Year

Several big revelations from my first year at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Playing As An Adult: The Missing Puzzle Piece

Being childish as an adult might not be as childish as you think.

Rising Sophomores, Rising Anxieties.

The Gazelle spoke to rising sophomores to explore how the Class of 2026 feels about their first year, the highs and lows, and their hopes for the coming year.

Do personality tests know you better than you?

We spend years — even decades — getting to know some of our closest friends. Despite that, sometimes those 5-question Buzzfeed articles seem to know you better than you know yourself.

How can we navigate Ramadan with Respect and Inclusion at NYUAD?

Over Ramadan, the diverse NYUAD student body has grappled with how to act during the holy month. How do we as a community engage with Ramadan in a way that embodies values of cultural respect, inclusion, and tolerance?

Buccal Fat Removal Trend and What it Tells Us About Our Society

Why is Buccal Fat Removal trending and what are its implications?

NOT How can we navigate Ramadan with Respect and Inclusion at NYUAD?

Over Ramadan, the diverse NYUAD student body has grappled with how to act during the holy month. How do we as a community engage with Ramadan in a way that embodies values of cultural respect, inclusion, and tolerance?

The Power of Introverts

What is the meaning and purpose of assigning people personality characteristics based on how they socialize? Perhaps it is to form communities or to discriminate. In any way, there is a power hidden in our ability to embrace them.

Veganism From A Vegan: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

A look into the vegan lifestyle; the ups, the downs and the journey.

Can We Stop Glorifying The Gym?

From understanding that hierarchy in exercise exists to having gym anxiety, I realized that honoring my body must take precedence over going to the gym every day.

Let’s Change the Discourse on Cellulite

Cellulite is one of the many imperfections in a woman’s body that society teaches us to hate. Here’s the reasoning behind it, and some real talk about its significance.