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Black Swan Records, The Legendary Harlem Jazz, And Blues Label, 1921

Black Swan Records was the first jazz, blues, gospel, opera arias, spirituals, and blues record label founded in 1921 in Harlem, New York.

Harlem’s Espaillat, Hawk And Others Praise Mayor Adams Working People Agenda

NYC Mayor Eric Adams delivered his second State of the City address, outlining a “Working People’s Agenda” focused on delivering jobs, safety, housing, and care for New Yorkers.

Shoot Her Down, She Won’t Fall: M3gan Movie Review (Video)

By Marc Peoples

Okay, Harlemites… I know there are two reasons not to go to the movies this time of year: Number one, it's freezing outside and number two, films that are released in the month of January are usually what Hollywood would consider “trash.”

Requesting Harlem Public Opinion Regarding A Cannabis Dispensary

125th Street BID writes to the Harlem community, you should have a voice in decisions that impact your life and your loved ones.

Attorney General James Announces Nominee For The Commission On Ethics

New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced her nomination of Ava Ayers to the New York Commission on Ethics in Lobbying and Government.

Harlem Playwright, Friends Of Dee, Poitier, Belafonte, Abram Hill, 1910-1986

Abram Hill, also known as Ab Hill, January 20, 1910 – October 13, 1986, was a Harlem playwright, and author of On Strivers Row, Walk Hard, Talk Loud, and several other plays.

New York City Supports New York State In Fight Against Gun Violence

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Corporation Counsel Sylvia O. Hinds-Radix today took action to protect New Yorkers from gun violence.

New Research On Chemical Hair Straighteners And Skin Lighteners Use

Today the findings of our study of the use of and attitudes towards chemical hair straighteners and skin lighteners were published in an article.

Harlem Grant Winner Princess Jenkins And Carver Banks Michael Pugh Talk Business

Listen to Legendary Harlem Business Owner Princess Jenkins and Carvers Michael Pugh Talk about The Art Of Business with host Danny Tisdale, on The Harlem World Magazine Podcast.

NYC Health+Hospitals And Mayorals Nurses March On NYC H+H Headquarters

To commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday, hundreds of NYSNA nurses from New York City Health+Hospitals (NYC H+H) / Mayorals held a speak-out and march.

Walker & Dunlop Structures $120 Million In Financing Affordable Housing In Harlem

Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced today that it structured $120 million in financing for the rehabilitation of Audubon Houses, Bethune Gardens, and Thurgood Marshall Plaza ("ABM").

A$AP Rocky And Rihanna Best Dressed At The 2023 Golden Globes In Harlem Style

Billboard magazine got it right, only Rihanna and Harlem's A$AP Rocky could skip the Golden Globes red carpet and still be a hit.

From Hart To Hammerstein, The Legendary Harlemite Richard Rodgers 1902 – 1979

Richard Charles Rodgers, June 28, 1902 – December 30, 1979, was an American composer, known largely for his work in musical theater. Continue reading

Car Maintenance 101: How Does An Aftertreatment System Work?

Purchasing a diesel car is an appealing option due to factors like greater mileage, energy efficiency, and longer lifespan, to name a few.

Seitu’s World: An Emotional Rally For Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., At NAN In Harlem

by Seitu Oronde

On Saturday, January 14, 2023, photojournalist Seitu Oronde was with Rev. Al Sharpton celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.