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As French President Macron started the process to pass a reform aiming at bringing retirement age from the current 62 to 64 years old, France dove into an outbreak of protests and mass demonstrations marking January and February with five general strikes and an uncountable amount of transport blockages by unions. The reform, aimed at making France economically credible in […]
For those readers who are already familiar with Brooklyn Collective — an art gallery and boutique in the Columbia Street Waterfront District — you know that it’s brimming with beautiful things. If you’ve never visited, get ready to find your new favorite spot to shop for handmade gifts, home accessories, and artwork. Located at 212 Columbia Street between Union and […]
My pal Vinny is writing up a storm about his early years, most of them spent at the foot of the rickety Carroll Street Bridge amidst a tight-knit community of proud Italian-American strivers. Some thrived, many didn’t. Mezza Mezza. More on that later. I first met Vinny in 1961 when we were both freshmen trying to avoid getting whacked by […]
I was manning the Insights Desk at the Star-Revue on a gray late afternoon when Howard, the politics guy, exploded. “Damn it, I was trying to send my story about George Santos to George Fiala but this iTypo spell checker emailed it to George Santos instead! And now Siri wants to know if I’m his new campaign treasurer!” “But Howard,” […]
With hardly any snow this winter and longer days on the horizon, this writer is ready to welcome spring by celebrating both St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) and International Whiskey Day (March 27). Though the two holidays fall on different days, there’s at least one thing in common: celebrating with an Irish spirit in hand. To get a handle on […]
On the heels of releasing my first documentary feature Black Masc, I knew I had to talk to someone who understood Black Masculinity from experience but knew what it meant to be an entrepreneur. I had the pleasure of speaking with Jordan Green, owner of Exit18 Creative Agency. My interview with with Jordan Green below Jordan Green: Hey Roderick […]
Italian history has a new day to remember forever. Last January 16th the most wanted Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro was arrested after 30 years on the run. A prominent member of Sicilian mob Cosa Nostra, Messina Denaro has been responsible for several kidnappings, brutal murders and terrorist attacks all across the country, especially in the late 80s and early […]
On January 23rd, Mayor Eric Adams, frustrated by news outlets refusing to install his cronies as City Hall reporters, announced that from now on, gosh darn it, he is going to deliver the news directly to the people with all the technology he can muster. “It’s just not fair,” the Mayor explained, wandering off-script at a press conference called to […]
Bus riders in Community Board 6 (CB6) had a lot to get off their chests when it came to commenting on the draft plan for the Brooklyn Bus Network Redesign to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Their feedback, along with Assembly Members Robert Carroll’s and Jo Anne Simon’s input, was collected at a public community workshop specifically geared toward CB6 […]
American Tributaries was founded by Cobble Hill’s Michael Whidden last year. It includes a Podcast that can be found on Buzzsprout as well as trips within the United States for high school students. “My daughter Miranda goes to Beacon and during her freshman year there weren’t any school trips because of the pandemic,” Whidden said. “Her sophomore year, the school […]
There is a long row of warehouses at the end of Brunt St., and among those warehouses (459 Van Brunt St.) is Apotheke’s flagship store. Walking in, customers are greeted with incredible fragrances and beautiful designs. The store which is big but inviting is the result of years of dedication and hard work from Apotheke’s founder and CEO, Chrissy Fichtl. […]
I was off to The Bunker. The storied home of William S. Burroughs. Where he lived on The Bowery. Downstairs from Giorno’s apartment. The Bunker is now home to The Giorno Foundation. I was running a little late the train from Brooklyn was delayed. I skated from the train as fast as I could. Avoiding a smashed beer can. Pedestrians. […]
Grammy award-winning trumpeter Nabaté Isles is back with a new album, En Motion. His career boasts performances at the White House and collaborations with legends like Mos Def (Yasiin Bey), Jimmy Owens, and Jill Scott. And yes, Nabaté is still hungry to create and inspire us all to move. My interview with the incredibly talented Nabaté Isles below. Roderick Thomas: […]