All Posts By Idell Richardson

EducationNews

‘I’m a Big Fish, Not a Guppy!: How Fatimah Basir Inspires Kids to Rise Above Criticism

As a child growing up in Brooklyn, author Fatimah Basir and her siblings took swimming lessons every week at the SUNY Downstate Health...

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News

Brooklyn Nonprofit Dance Celebrates Bonds Between Fathers and Daughters

By: Ben Segal The Brooklyn nonprofit Big Apple Leadership Academy for the Arts held a dance on Dec. 17, to celebrate young ladies in the...

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EducationNewsPolitics

Chisholm’s Words Still Resonate as We Face a Backsliding Democracy

By: Brianna Robles During her long-lasting career, Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm once stated, “Everyone, with the exception of the Black...

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Jonquel Jones Leads Liberty to Historic WNBA Championship in Historic Win

By: Richard Burroughs The New York Liberty needed a frantic comeback and extra time to defeat the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 to earn their first...

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EventsNews

Charlene Kaye’s ‘Tiger Daughter’ Turns Turbulent Mother-Daughter Relationship into Comedic Gold

Brooklyn resident Charlene Kaye loves her mom dearly, but that didn’t stop the musician, actor and comedian from turning their...

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BusinessNews

Viral Tweet Boosts Business for Crown Heights Cafe After Owner Leaves Patron in Charge

By: Moses Jeanfrancois It’s a common occurrence for the average New Yorker to befriend their local deli guy, but it’s not everyday...

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BusinessNews

MTA Pledges Up to $7.5 Billion in Contracts for Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses in New Capital Plan

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced an initiative to support historically underutilized businesses as part of its...

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FeaturesPolitics

Kamala Harris Fundraiser Draws NYC Democrats to Packed Junior’s in Brooklyn

By: Asar John Junior’s in Downtown Brooklyn was packed with New York City Democrats Monday morning for a fundraiser for presidential...

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BeautyBusinessFashionFeatures

Braids Become the Ultimate Fashion Statement, Thanks to Brooklyn’s Star Stylist

By: Brianna Robles Braids, beads, crimps and curls is the best way to describe the action that takes place at Braided, a Crown Heights...

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Brooklyn’s Best Shine at NY Fashion Week Casting Call

By: Anastasia Tomkin A host of models gathered in Bushwick on Saturday, each hoping to make the final cut for New York Fashion Week. The...

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