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Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five: The Story of the Group

In a world where hip-hop was just being born, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five became the ones who didn't just ride the new wave—they steered it. Amid the chaos of 1970s New York, on...

Rock Steady Crew: The Group That Popularized Breakdancing

Breakdancing is an explosion of energy, a display of character, and a way to make a statement. It's also an entire culture that found its most brilliant representatives in the Rock Steady Crew. They didn't...

You’ve Heard of These Famous Comedians, But Didn’t Know They Were from the Bronx

Some comedians are so skilled at making us laugh, it seems like they were born with the ability. And that's almost true, as talent often starts in places where life is full of contrasts. You...

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The Bronx Dominican Parade: A Celebration of Dominican Culture in New York

You don't have to go to Rio de Janeiro to see a fiery Latin American carnival. A spectacular Dominican parade is held annually in...

Xavier de Souza Briggs: A Life of Service and Scholarship

Xavier de Souza Briggs’ career is nothing short of extraordinary. As a scholar and public servant born in 1968, Briggs has achieved remarkable milestones...

“The Bronx Is Burning”: A Miniseries with Deep Meaning

In 1977, New York City felt like a ticking time bomb. Intense tension and despair were palpable on all fronts. Politics, the economy, social...

Annual festivals in the Bronx

A vacation in the Bronx may become an exciting and enjoyable experience for any tourist. Throughout the year, there are plenty of interesting events...

Robert Henry Abplanalp—The Inventor of the Aerosol Valve

Sometimes, all it takes is one great idea to become rich and famous. For Robert Abplanalp, that idea was a simple upgrade to the...
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