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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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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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A Decade of Delicious: Crabby Shack’s Seafood Legacy Thrives in Crown Heights

By: Brianna Robles On any given day, if you’re strolling down Franklin Avenue in Brooklyn, you may come across a multitude of Crown...

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Atrium82™: The All-in-One Venue Revolutionizing Fitness and Weddings

By: Brianna Robles Tucked away in a second-story Park Slope brownstone is Atrium82, a uniquely designed, Black-woman-owned venue that...

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Ex-WNBA Star Inspires Next Generation of STEM Enthusiasts

By Megan McGibney​  Niesha Butler, a former WNBA basketball star, wants kids in Brooklyn to have the opportunity to thrive in science...

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Mastering Book Sales: Regina Brooks on the Blend of Science and Art

By: C. Zawadi Morris Raise your hand if you have at least one interesting story inside of you. *Everyone’s hand raises* Keep your hand...

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Unlocking Corporate Success: A Guide for Black Women

By: Anastasia Tomkin There’s been a lot said about the gender pay gap, where women earn less than men for the same position, but...

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Becoming Your Own Boss: Essential Tips for Women Who Want to Become Entrepreneurs

Starting your own business can be a thrilling yet daunting journey, especially for women who have spent years navigating the corporate...

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10 Side Hustles Perfect for Working Moms

Motherhood is a full-time job in itself, but for many moms, tackling a side hustle is a smart way to boost your family’s finances. If...

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