Lifestyle & Culture

Brooklyn Chef Uses Quarantine as Inspiration for Her Latest Cookbook

The cookbook, "Taste of Solitude," by Flatbush-based Chef Nadege Fleurimond, publishes on July 31.

Jul 10, 2020 3:07 PM Read more >

MTA Vending Machines Across NYC to Sell PPE to Battle COVID-19

Ten NYC stations, including one in Brooklyn, will be installed with vending machines allowing riders to buy masks, gloves and hand sanitizer.

Jul 1, 2020 2:42 PM Read more >

Video: This Former Brooklyn Attorney is Running for President as "Anti-Trump"

"Make America Smart Again."

Jun 24, 2020 5:02 PM Read more >

What is Juneteenth, and Why Do We Celebrate?

Juneteenth has come to symbolize for many African Americans what the 4th of July symbolizes for all Americans: freedom.

Jun 16, 2020 3:21 PM Read more >

Crown Heights Hasidic Community Marches For Black Lives Matter

More than 100 members of the Crown Heights Hasidic community took to Eastern Parkway almost 30 years after racial tensions caused riots in the neighborhood

Jun 15, 2020 1:29 PM Read more >

A Former Industrial Cove Will Now Be a Green Haven

New York City recently announced plans to transform Bushwick from an wasteland to a innovative green space.

Jun 11, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Brooklyn BLM Protesters Experience Standoff with NYPD on Manhattan Bridge

The march began at Barclay's Center shortly after the 8:00pm curfew went into effect.

Jun 4, 2020 1:51 PM Read more >

Filmmaker Attika J. Torrence on His New Novel, 'Brooklyn Bred'

From out of his van, over social media and for $100, this Bed-Stuy resident is selling a refreshing, unique review of 90s Brooklyn

Jun 3, 2020 9:50 AM Read more >

When Mentorship Blossoms into a Bond

Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month by highlighting perfect matches.

May 27, 2020 1:07 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Botanical Garden Featured in American Garden Stamp Series

The "American Garden" series includes 10 other gardens across the country

May 20, 2020 1:17 PM Read more >