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Afropunk Festival 2022 in Brooklyn Definitely Hit Different-- But Was Still a Total Vibe

Afropunk Festival 2022 in Brooklyn Definitely Hit Different-- But Was Still a Total Vibe

The two-day festival returned to Commodore Barry Park this past weekend for the first time since 2019
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BK Entrepreneurs Stand at the Vanguard of the Emerging Black Startup Tech Boom

BK Entrepreneurs Stand at the Vanguard of the Emerging Black Startup Tech Boom

Best friends from Canarsie launched an online payment solution for group travel organizers.
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In Today's Digital Age, BK Entrepreneur David Morin Helps the Socially Awkward Become Socially Savvy

In Today's Digital Age, BK Entrepreneur David Morin Helps the Socially Awkward Become Socially Savvy

After two failed startups, David Morin strikes gold with the launch of SocialSelf, a website with resources and practical advice about the psychology of being social.
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Meet the Community Behind Those Beautiful Murals in Prospect Heights

Meet the Community Behind Those Beautiful Murals in Prospect Heights

The second in a 3-part series on how murals have shaped one Brooklyn neighborhood, as told by the curator, community and creative artists.
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Brooklyn-Based Brand 'Black Boy Knits' Wins 2022 DHL Logistics in Fashion Award

Brooklyn-Based Brand 'Black Boy Knits' Wins 2022 DHL Logistics in Fashion Award

Black Boy Knits, a Brooklyn-based fashion brand founded by Parsons graduate Jacques Agbobly, is the winner of the 2022 DHL Logistics in Fashion Award.
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Just Say 'Yes' to Cannabis Cooking Classes in Brooklyn, With a Medicine-First Approach

Just Say 'Yes' to Cannabis Cooking Classes in Brooklyn, With a Medicine-First Approach

Tainted Love BK Hosts Cooking Classes to Educate About the Medicinal Benefits of Marijuana.
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Climate Activists Urge Brooklyn Reps to Oppose Fossil Fuel Fast-Tracking

Climate Activists Urge Brooklyn Reps to Oppose Fossil Fuel Fast-Tracking

NYC climate activists are urging two Brooklyn representatives to oppose a deal that could speed up approval for energy projects, including fossil fuel infrastructure.
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MyBKLife Just Opened Its First Brooklyn Storefront

MyBKLife Just Opened Its First Brooklyn Storefront

Black-owned and Brooklyn-based storefront myBKlife opened its first pop up shop in Brooklyn!
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Owner of Bklyn's First Chick-fil-A Uses His Business to Inspire, Teach Financial Literacy to Young Staff

Owner of Bklyn's First Chick-fil-A Uses His Business to Inspire, Teach Financial Literacy to Young Staff

Chick-fil-A owner Brandon Hurst was just 26 when he opened his first location in Baltimore.
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Meet the Curator Behind Those Beautiful Murals in Prospect Heights

Meet the Curator Behind Those Beautiful Murals in Prospect Heights

The first in a 3-part series on how murals have shaped one Brooklyn neighborhood, as told by the curator, community and creative artists.
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