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Kanami Kusajima arrives in Washington Square Park just before 4 p.m. each weekday that she performs. She sometimes grabs a hot dog from a nearby vendor, who she considers a friend, before setting up her canvas. She tapes down the blank papers just before the arch, and dips her finger in black paint to write […]
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Nonprofit celebrates Italian American culture all year long, not just on Columbus Day
A fanfare, a way to take pride in something, a communal gathering — the annual Columbus Day Parade means many things to many people. Tens of thousands of people from 100 groups participated in the event, which is in its 79th year, as a million more looked on from the sidelines, once again establishing itself as the […]
VIDEO DEEP DIVE: How newly arrived Chinese seniors adapt in New York City
Leaving home is never easy. Since the late 19th century, Chinese people have immigrated to the United States in search of a better life and have found ways to integrate into the local community while preserving their culture and heritage. Organizations like the CPC (Chinese-American Planning Council) have been working to enhance the Chinese-American immigrant […]
From Empty Glasses to Open Pages: Queer Bookstores Are Changing the Narrative
For at least a century, LGBTQ people have found bars indispensable places to meet friends and lovers, organize politically, feel safe, and let loose. But in the past few decades, gay bars in the US and around the world have been closing at a steady rate, from a complex mix of factors that social scientists are […]
Ukrainians demand more support for war against “terrorist state” Russia
Dozens of Ukrainians, Ukrainian Americans, and their supporters marched through the rain from Times Square to Herald Square in Manhattan on Saturday, October 7, demanding an increase in aid to Ukraine, and a continuation of the fight against Russian imperialism. The group, covered in blue and yellow and carrying Ukrainian flags, chanted slogans like, “Russia […]
“The New Commercials”: How Content Creators are Influencing Fashion
Shortly after I entered the small, rentable gallery space nestled between Manhattan’s Upper West Side and Midtown on a moist and muggy Thursday afternoon, I witnessed the orchestration of a small production of sorts. Beneath a wall adorned with an array of artistic works, consisting generally of birds and human faces, a smartphone cameraman filmed […]
Luis Flores uses TikTok to empower immigrant small business owners
It’s sunny in Hunts Point, the Bronx, on a late Spring morning. A gentle breeze brushes against my skin and makes the leaves sway. Despite the sunshine, it’s chilly and two layers of clothing are necessary to walk around comfortably. This Bronx neighborhood is far from the glittering backdrops often seen on the social media […]
The Hands Behind the Chalk: Cat Calls of NYC Fights Back Against Street Harassment
Dive into the compelling world of NYC’s street activism as we shine a light on “Cat Calls of New York,” a dynamic branch of Chalk Back that’s making waves in the fight against street harassment. In this riveting journalistic video, we delve into the vibrant narratives of individuals who are sparking change with colorful chalk […]
Greenwood Cemetery Opens its Doors
Greenwood Cemetery has secrets buried in its land. Journey through the fascinating story of how Greenwood opened its doors to the public for events, education, and historical tours.
How long is too long? New Yorkers gather to protest wrongful convictions
Holding a megaphone and leading the crowd, a woman chants, “What do we want?” People shout back, “Justice!” She continued, “And when do we want it?” “Now!” It’s a warm fall day in New York, and 70 people are gathered in front of City Hall in Manhattan on International Wrongful Convictions Day. A man is […]