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Long Island Car Show Culture: A passion for classic rides and custom creations

By Nick Singer, Photo Editor Long Island is the home of an extremely tightly knit automotive culture. Bringing together those who share a common love that blends nostalgia, craftsmanship, creativity and anything that burns gas and rubber. From classic car connoisseurs to custom builders, Long Island car shows represent more…

Hamburger America: Make it a Double!

By Dan Golden, Staff Writer When making new friends, I tend to use this as an icebreaker: “What is the best $20 you’ve ever spent?” The answers tend to vary wildly from a fun accessory enhancing an outfit, to an adorable knickknack from Comic Con, to just the right bouquet…

Driving in New York

By Jenny L. Rivera N.Y. drivers are different from the rest of the world. Their driving speed, like their walking pace, is fast. It’s like a strategic way to say “get out of my way”, using a tactic that effectively communicates their strong sense of urgency and impatience.  According to…

Is Nepotism Unfair?

ny Katherine Abayev, Staff Writer Our parents knew a generation of elite and admirable talent in the media. Now, as LIU students come of age, we are seeing a whole new generation of celebrities with famous and influential parents. Where they had Kate Moss, the blueprint for all supermodels and…