News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
A gang know as the Fetti Boys were caught selling marijuana out of candy wrappers. Eighteen members of the East Harlem Gang were rounded up last week into arrests that we most likely lead to some convictions. The gang operated out of a bodega on Esat 118th and Lexington. Undercover cops began an undercover operation in February 2012.
Harlem Gang Busted for Marijuana Read More »
On Saturday, January 26, 2013, the women of SAWCC (South Asian Women’s Creative Collective) organized a protest action in front of the New York City Indian consulate on Indian Republic Day, as a “response to the horrific violence wrought upon Jyoti Singh Pandey in India, and on women’s bodies everyday around the world.” Eighty people
Local Artists Collective Responds to Gender-Based Violence Read More »
There are several teams that have made into the NCAA Tournament. Here’s a look at who made the tournament and who they will be in their first matchup. Syracuse (26-9) is the #4 seed in the East Region and they will play the 13th seed Montana Grizzles (25-6) Thursday night. The Orange had an impressive
Several New York Teams Are Dancing in the NCAA Tournament Read More »
Harlem has always been a place that is rich in culture and in more recent years hallmarked by cultural diversity. As the landscape of Harlem has changed, so has the brand of beauty services being offered in this historic region. The presence of mom-and-pop beauty shops is still very prevalent, but there’s a new breed
A New Breed Of Upscale Salons Are Transforming The Images Of Harlem Read More »
The number of applications a college can receive for a job opening is staggering. At the college where I’m Associate Director of Human Resources, we receive anywhere from 175 and 250. If a job-seeker wants to stand out in this sea of applications, it is essential that the submission is visually appealing, smartly written, grammatically
Creating Powerful Resumes and Cover Letters Read More »
Timbuktu has long been considered an important world landmark that represents a rich Muslim heritage and strong ties to learning and education. Under the rule of King Mansa Musa (early 1300s), the city became one of the biggest trading posts for the all important gold and salt trade. Mansa Musa became the richest man in
Timbuktu: Keeping History Alive Read More »
With the baseball season fast approaching, it’s time to turn our attention to the New York teams that have brought us glory throughout history. From 1947 to 1957, the three teams that represented New York City were the Yankees, Giants, and Brooklyn Dodgers. Some of the greatest players came out of this decade. In the
During the Golden Years of the Three NY Teams, there was also the NEW YORK CUBANS Read More »
How did you get the idea to start Aritsu? In 2009 there was a graphic tee boom, but many had negative messages. My brothers and I saw a need for a clothing line with artistic images and creative designs with more positive messages. We go to church, enjoy BMX bike riding, and love to get
Interview with Kemar Brown: founder, creative director of Aritsu Read More »
ObamaCare was signed into law on March 23, 2010, and most of its provisions were upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court on June 28, 2012. ObamaCare, now a popular name for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), gives 47 million women access to free preventive health services. Over half the women in the United States have
I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar… About ObamaCare. Landmark Legislation Advances Women’s Health Read More »
It was all good for the Knicks just two weeks ago. They had won 5 out of their last 6 games and seemed as if they were on their way towards being the number 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Then the knee injuries began to surface. First it was Carmelo Anthony who injured
Knicks In Desperate “Kneed” Of Help Read More »