News for Harlem and the Harlems of the World
In a packed courtroom a long awaited stop and frisk trial begins. In their opening statements, Darius Charney, a lawyer for the Center for Constitutional Rights, noted that 85 percent of those stopped were black and Latino, while the citywide population for those groups is just 50 percent. Nine of 10 stops resulted in no […]
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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 »
Hollywood’s most memorable fashion moments happen on the famous Red Carpet. As paparazzi clamber over each other for the best shots of the hottest celebrity, the whole world holds its breath as they wait to see which starlet is really the belle of the ball. From the Oscars to Hollywood luncheons Red Carpet appearances swing
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As millions of high school seniors (and their families) across New York City and the country anxiously await their college acceptance letters, a related issue is causing an equal amount of anxiety: how to pay for college. Financial aid is designed to help those who need it most – particularly low-income and underserved families –
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Bread and Roses was one of three uptown public schools slated for phaseout by the Panel for Educational Policy this week, along with the Choir Academy of Harlem and J.H.S. 013 Jackie Robinson. MS 45/STARS Prep Academy, a Grade 6 to 8 school in East Harlem, will close at the end of the school year.