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Sister of Comedy, NYC's longest-running black woman-centered comedy show, will also make some room for male comedians when it takes center stage at this year's Afropunk After Dark.

Community Heroes NYC tells the stories of those everyday local residents who make an impact in their neighborhood and who too often remain unseen.

The 'mindful triathlon' celebrates, which combines a 5K run, a yoga session and a guided meditation, has been attracting thousands of participants each year. Photo credit: yogatropic Sometimes you don't have to travel far to satisfy your wanderlust.

The community gathered to unveil a collaborative mural honoring the spirit of 'One Crown Heights' and celebrated with food, games and performances in Brower Park City Council Majority Leader held the opening remarks.

Rogers Avenue will be co-named to Jean-Jaques Dessalines Boulevard, honoring the first leader of an independent Haiti. A section of Rogers Avenue will be co-named in honor of Haitian leader Jean-Jacques Dessalines. Photo credit: Google Maps.

Brooklynites from all origins embraced and shared their culture, celebrating the borough's diversity at the 5th annual International Day of Friendship. The Panamanian delegation.

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 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.

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