African-businesses rises despite the challenges
The odds are stark, however,African immigrants are making tremendous efforts to settle down in the U.S. With the impressive data on the issue, one may not be wrong to say U.S remains an investment haven for many immigrants.
Is fight over new neighborhood Target worth the trouble?
After disputes between a Queens anti-gentrification group and New York City developers, the Department of Buildings confirms construction resumption.
Sunset Park’s Funeral Homes Cater to the Growing Chinese Communities
Italian American funeral homes in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park are shifting their family businesses to serve the growing Chinese population.
Traditional Chinese medicine in Flushing: right place, right time
The effectiveness of traditional Chinese medicine, which includes acupuncture, cupping and the use of herbal medicine, is still under discussion in traditional western medical circles. However, that has not stopped TCM clinics in neighborhoods like Flushing to flourish.
The Rise of Minimum Wage in the State of New York: How Are Small Businesses Being Affected?
Small business owners are phasing the challenges brought by a legislation signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo that gradually raises the minimum wage to reach $15 per hour in 2019.
In an Industry with Prejudiced Roots, Gowanus’ Triple Diamond Tattoo Parlor Represents Evolution
One Tattoo parlor in Gowanus is breaking down barriers for tattoo artists.
Flushing Shopping Mall Introduced China’s New Trend: Karaoke Booth
The small sized booth allows for a more private karoke moment. But the fad popular oversees does not have traditional karoke bar owners worried.
Advocates Hope To Solve New York City’s Housing Crisis Through Basement Legalization
Advocates in New York City are fighting for the legalization of basement apartments, arguing that basements are already being utilized but the low-income families residing in them are not given rights as tenants.
