News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
| 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 …
| 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 »
| 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 …
| 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 …
Capitalism Today: Triumphs & Challenges By Daniel Rose Read More »
| 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 …
| 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 …
| Julie J. Wiggins | Many of you naturalistas are tied between whether you should use all natural (organic) products, not-so-natural (commercial/chemical) products, or just make you own (D.I.Y) products for your hair. Some of you rave about the benefits of organic products, but are these sometimes costly products really worth ditching their less expensive …
As part of our continuing effort, The Harlem Times will profile exceptional young people from all over the nation. The goal is to showcase academics, career choices, and the individual characters of some of the finest men and women of this present generation. In this edition we feature Lauren & Victoria Coaxum, ages 18 and …
Future Leaders of America: Lauren & Victoria Coaxum Read More »
Starting in October of 2013, The Harlem Times will profile exceptional young people from all over the nation. The goal is to showcase academics, career choices, and the individual characters of some of the finest men and women of this present generation. We start with David Stewart, a young man who believes he was called …
“Where can I find the best Cheesesteak in Philadelphia?” When I moved to Philadelphia a number of years ago, there were some foods that were intrinsically Philadelphian…the soft pretzel, a Tastycake, a Frank’s Soda or an Ortlieb’s Beer …all of these treats were from Philly, and they defined the soul of a town whose tastes …
Philly Food Court – Making a Case for the Best Tastes in Philly Cuisine Read More »