Marcus Samuelsson: Smothered Turkey Legs with Persimmon Salad

By Marcus Samuelsson In my take on a Low-Country smothered chicken dish, I introduce an Asian-twist with chiles, peanuts, and kalamansi, an exotic citrus fruit. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe…

HW Pick: Harriet Tubman First African-American On U.S. Currency

Anti-slavery crusader Harriet Tubman will become the first African-American on the face of U.S. paper currency, and the first woman in more than a century, when she replaces former President Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…

Seitu’s World: Women’s Chamber Of Commerce At Amalgamated Bank

Photographs by Seitu Oronde On Wednesday, April 19th, 2016 the New York Women’s Chamber Of Commerce at Amalgamated Bank on Women Doing Business With The City event in New York City. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem…

Rangel Urges President Obama To Enforce Fair Chance Hiring Policies

Congressman Charles B. Rangel, who represents the 13th Congressional District of New York that includes Upper Manhattan and parts of the Bronx, joined Reps. Elijah E. Cummings (D-MD) and Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) in urging President Barack Obama to take steps in solidifying fair chance hiring policies in the federal government.  Become a Harlem…

HW Pick: Join The New York To Nepal Earthquake Relief Walk

On April 24, 2016, Live to Love International, along with over forty other Himalayan organizations, will come together for “New York to Nepal,” a walk to mark the one year anniversary of the 7.9 earthquake that struck Nepal one year ago and demonstrate continued support and solidarity with those effected. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up…

SummerStage 2016, Full Season Schedule Is Here

City Parks Foundation is proud to announce the 2016 season of SummerStage, New York City’s largest free performing arts festival, bringing more than 100 free performances to Central Park and 15 more neighborhood parks throughout the five boroughs. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

MTA Expands Employees Testing For Sleep Apnea

More MTA employees will get tested for sleep apnea, expanding a program instituted  to prevent another accident to effect Harlem riders like the fatal 2013 Metro-North derailment caused by a drowsy engineer, Gov. Cuomo announced Tuesday. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would…

McDonald’s Testing It’s Biggest Burger Change Ever

McDonald’s has a number of stores in Harlem, now McDonald’s is testing bigger and smaller versions of its Big Mac as the world’s biggest hamburger chain pushes to revitalize its business. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

Levine To Announce Participatory Budget Project Winners

On Wednesday, April 20, Harlem City Council Member Mark Levine will hold a ceremony to announce the project proposals selected by District 7 residents during this year’s cycle of participatory budgeting. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from…

NY Is 2016’s 8th Greenest State With Coming Earth Day

With Earth Day just days away, billions of taxpayer dollars being devoted to environmental-protection efforts and energy costs eating a significant portion of the average household’s income, the personal finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2016’s Greenest States. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine…

National Weather Service: Red Flag Warning For Gusts Of Wind

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Harlem to Hollis in New York City and surrounding areas due to conditions favorable for rapid fire spread. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

Snap, Keys Announces New Music And SNL Performance

Harlem lady Alicia Keys joined trend and was on Snapchat Saturday, April 16th, 2016 with a Story announcing that she has new music on the way! Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can…

Target Increases Minimum Wage To $10 An Hour

Discount retailer Target Corp located in East Harlem has started raising employee wages to a minimum of $10 an hour, its second hike in a year, pressured by a competitive job market and labor groups calling for higher wages at retail chains, sources said. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to…

Why The Ocean Matters On Earth Day

Ocean Advocate Says Those Watery Depths Hold Solutions To Earth’s Most Alarming Challenges At a time when the world faces a multitude of potential calamities – ranging from climate change to a struggling oil industry to rapid population growth – the solution could be all around us. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter…