News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
| 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 […]
HDFC COOPS: What Are They and How Can You Buy One? Read More »
| 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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| By Derrel Jazz Johnson | The cast of the new film Black Nativity, (minus Mary J. Blige) and dozens of other stars descended upon the Apollo Theater in Harlem for the New York Premiere of the star-studded project a week before its national release. Stars Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Jennifer Hudson, Tyrese Gibson, Jacob
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Duo Join Silicon Harlem to Kick Off “Tech Talk with Charlie & His Friends” Series Congressman Charles B. Rangel sat down with Samsung’s Executive Vice President David Eun and local tech enthusiasts on November 4, 2013, at Silicon Harlem’s launch of “Tech Talk with Charlie and His Friends,” hosted by its executive producers Bruce Lincoln
PIONEERING TECH GROUP HOST SAMSUNG AND RANGEL AT “TECH TALK” SERIES Read More »
| By Daniel Rose | Maurice Chevalier, the celebrated French entertainer, was asked on his 75th birthday his thoughts on reaching that advanced age. He replied, “I think it’s great, considering the alternative.” Capitalism, too—the most productive economic system known—is preferable to the alternatives. And unlike death, its excesses can be mitigated. Ever since Adam
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| Detric Fox-Quinlan | You cannot think of music and not mention the artistic talent, creativity, and uniqueness that reside within the 132.4 square miles that is the City of Atlanta. When speaking on music that is relative to the hip hop generation, it’s the “DIRRTY” that allowed one to connect with the south and
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| Billie Hill | How Online Schools Are Helping to Make Education Accessible to All Long gone are the days when higher education meant having to watch the hands on the clock, while sitting through seemingly endless hours of classes and lectures, in a traditional school setting. No longer does the working man/woman have to
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| By Lorie A. L. Nicholas | Did you know that approximately 40% of people experience financial loss due to procrastination (Gura, 2008)? Think about it. How many times have you said, or heard someone you know say that they are going to get around to paying their bills before the deadline, or they are
TIME TO GET YOUR MONEY RIGHT! Read More »
| By Shea Zephir | Blacks are still the largest racial minority in the US to date. They are the driving force of pop culture, the leaders of mainstream culture, and the key influencers of major global brands. The 2013 Nielsen African-American consumer report reveals that black consumerism is expected to increase from $1 trillion
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