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Former Obama Photographer Throws 'Shade,’ Tells the Tales of Two Presidents at Kings Theatre

Former White House photographer Pete Souza has been repurposing his IG and his collection of President Obama photos to throw 'shade' at the current White House administration. Photo credit: Snopes.
Junior's Celebrates National Cheesecake Day With $5 Slices!

Junior's Celebrates National Cheesecake Day With $5 Slices!

Junior's Strawberry Cheesecake inside a display case. Photo: Michael Savery What are your plans for July 30, better known as National Cheesecake Day? It's New York's favorite dessert, so I hope you've given it some thought.
Photos: Curlygirls Take Over Prospect Park

Photos: Curlygirls Take Over Prospect Park

It's "Cool to be Kinky" at 5th Annual Curlfest in Prospect Park What is a "Curlygirl?" Well, according to the fifth annual Curlfest in Prospect Park on Saturday, a curlygirl is woman of African descent who proudly dons her natural, curly tresses, voi
Report: Dumbo Surges to Third Priciest Neighborhood in NYC

Report: Dumbo Surges to Third Priciest Neighborhood in NYC

Central Brooklyn Neighborhoods like Prospect Heights, Bedford Stuyvesant and Crown Heights have seen double-digit increases in their home sales Dumbo is the borough's priciest neighborhood. Photo credit: Agorafy PropertyShark.
Flatbush Student Wins Prestigious Mohbat Prize for Essay on #MeToo

Flatbush Student Wins Prestigious Mohbat Prize for Essay on #MeToo

The annual award, in memory of journalist Joseph E. Mohbat and Brooklyn student Verdery Knights, honors exceptionally gifted Brooklyn public high school seniors Wirdah Khan, winner of the 2018 Joseph E.
Spike Lee Directs 5 New Brooklyn-Themed Shorts for Uber

Spike Lee Directs 5 New Brooklyn-Themed Shorts for Uber

Spike Lee's new joint "Da Republic of Brooklyn" showcases the hustle of five Brooklyn Uber drivers in 7- t0 8-minute long films Lee's new series is titled "Da Republic of Brooklyn." Spike Lee has long been a proud son of Brooklyn.
This Bed-Stuy Fitness Studio Offers a Place for Women of All Hues and Shapes to 'Fit In'

This Bed-Stuy Fitness Studio Offers a Place for Women of All Hues and Shapes to 'Fit In'

In March 2018, health and fitness advocate Ife Obi invested her savings into her passion and opened The Fit In Bed-Stuy, a fitness studio of her dreams.
Brooklyn Bridge Park's Pier 3 Debuts with Great Lawn and an Exploratory Playground

Brooklyn Bridge Park's Pier 3 Debuts with Great Lawn and an Exploratory Playground

'The Great Lawn' of Brooklyn Bridge Park adds five acres of urban greenery to the borough's waterfront and a playground for 'kids' of all ages. "The Great Lawn" of Brooklyn Bridge Park.
BP Adams Hosts Free Mortgage Assistance Program to Combat Foreclosure Spike in Brooklyn

BP Adams Hosts Free Mortgage Assistance Program to Combat Foreclosure Spike in Brooklyn

The program will provide free legal services for foreclosure intervention and prevention, and allow homeowners to meet with mortgage servicers to discuss other mortgage solutions. Photo credit: The Real Deal Brooklyn Borough President Eric L.
Police Athletic League Brings Free and Safe Summer Fun to Brooklyn Kids

Police Athletic League Brings Free and Safe Summer Fun to Brooklyn Kids

The free Playstreets program keeps children engaged in a wealth of recreational and arts activities in a safe environment.