News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) usually make news due to less than flattering circumstances; over the years the embattled public school system has made headlines for lackluster teaching, crumbling infrastructure, and vermin infestations. However, last month DCPS made headlines for positive reasons, at least initially: according to the biennial National Assessment of Educational Progress, D.C. Public […]
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The stand-up scene has certainly always existed in the Washington, D.C. area, evidenced by the household names of Martin Lawrence, Dave Chappelle, and Patton Oswalt. However, over the past few years, as the District has experienced a boom in population, affluence, and gentrification, the effects have been more than just a recent uptick of culture
Detroit Hustles Harder By Allison Nim If you’re very familiar with Detroit, you’re probably familiar with that phrase. If you’re not, the audacity of it might reinforce the city’s universally held nefarious reputation. But if you appreciate Detroit, you probably visualize a different kind of hustle. You might picture the countless businesses eagerly popping up
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Detroit is prime for human trafficking, and girls are getting caught up in the clutches and underworld of the commercial sex industry. It isn’t random or by accident. The city is plagued with major issues. Hardcore baseline problems are found within the city’s economy and education system. Contributing as a third factor for the easy
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By Alicia Schaeffer (aliciaontheweb.com) The Athena Film Festival is back in New York City this month, February 6-9, with a diverse roster of films, panels, and workshops focusing on women’s leadership and personal journeys. Currently in its fourth year, Athena is one of the most accessible festivals in NYC, taking place in upper Manhattan at
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| Alicia Schaeffer (aliciaontheweb.com) | Patina Miller is the singing, dancing, take-life’s-adventures-as-they-come actress you’ll be seeing everywhere. And you want to. “I love working hard. I love when a project makes me scared. That feeling of not really knowing if it’s the right thing or not. I want to continue on a path with projects
| Warren Cooper | Among the jewels to be found in the ground of the Philly Music Scene would be bassist Steve Green. Born in Alameda, CA Steve was transplanted to Philadelphia in the 1960s, at the age of 3. His family moved into the racially charged neighborhood of Kensington, where he was exposed at
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| By Deondra Carter | HDFC Cooperatives were first developed in New York during the economic crisis in the 1970’s when thousands of buildings were in disrepair, foreclosed or left abandoned by their owners. HDFC stands for Housing & Development Finance Corporation. The HDFC bought distressed buildings from the city for a nominal fee, then
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| By Derrel Jazz Johnson | With the holiday season near, many people will be traveling across the world, and what better place is there to visit than the capital of the world, New York City? Whether you are visiting or live in New York, here are some things to do in Harlem not only
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| Detric Fox-Quinlan | It’s that time of year again. The time when carts are full and wallets are empty. It’s the holidays! But don’t fret, holidays in Atlanta offer many things, some of which are relatively inexpensive or better still, FREE! If you are a traditional holiday celebrator, Atlanta offers the Radio City Christmas
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