Summer is here and so are a bunch of brilliant new restaurants, festivals, pop-up events and more food related excellence. We’re particularly excited about the sprawling new Dalston Yard just off Dalston Lane, which seems to have more places to eat than a single city borough. We’re not currently sure how we’re going to carve out enough time to munch our way through the whole space, but we’re going to give it a damn good try, starting with Denai Moore's vegan patty stand. There's also a BBQ to be reckoned with in Tottenham, as 12:51 main man James Cochran takes over his local and schools north London in the way of pineapple jam glazed pork ribs for a whole weekend.

The 8 best new London restaurant openings in July

There are plenty of great little places kicking about on Brixton Road, and for a while, Café Van Gogh was one of them. Known for serving tasty vegan food from breakfast through dinner, sweet treats and cheeky 2-4-1 margaritas on Thursday nights, this place was at the heart of the community. However, the café has sadly just closed it’s doors.

This treasured south London non-profit café has just closed for good

The City of London’s eastern fringe has been blessed - or cursed, depending on your tastes - with an iconic collection of towers which is still growing. Architects at Fletcher Priest have published their plans for a new office block which will rise 40 storeys into the clouds. To put that in perspective, Centre Point in Tottenham Court Road is 34 stories.

East London is getting a new skyscraper

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Virginia State

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Many new laws become effective in Virginia on July 1, 2024. However, a law has always existed in Virginia, but some residents might not be aware of it. According to WSET, leaving grass clippings and other debris on Virginia roads is illegal.

It is illegal to leave grass clippings and other debris on roads in Virginia

California State

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CALIFORNIA – California Assembly members voiced concerns, May 14, over a proposed 47 cent gas increase in 2025 and annual increases, to the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

Assembly members voice concerns over proposed 47 cent per gallon gas increase in 2025

Boston, MA

Strap into your skates and get roller-disco ready, because there’s a free roller rink in Kendall Square all summer long—with a beer garden and more. Rollerama at Kendall Common, a pop-up roller rink and social space, opens Friday, June 28, at the corner of Third and Broadway near Kendall/MIT on the Red Line. Located in Cambridge’s Innovation District, it’s produced by MIT’s real estate group, which is developing the 10-acre site of a former national transportation systems center over the next few years, to include commercial and residential buildings as well as four parks and a community center. This is the first summer of programming from the newly dubbed Kendall Common.

A free roller rink pops up this summer in Kendall Square

Colorado State

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Aurora, CO

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The Aurora City Council will hold a public hearing Monday on whether to allow cannabis dispensaries to stay open until midnight. State law allows marijuana dispensaries to stay open until midnight, but some jurisdictions such as Aurora shortened hours to 10 p.m. Council member Curtis Gardner has brought forth the ordinance to lengthen the hours.

Aurora considers midnight dispensary hours

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Singapore’s dining scene is about to be shaken up, following the news that up to 16 species of insects may be approved for sale as food as early as next month. These include crickets, silkworms, grasshoppers and more which can act as alternative proteins to substitute real meat. Soon, you might be able to find these critters in foods like pastries, fried rice, and even sushi.

Restaurants in Singapore may be allowed to serve up to 16 species of insects from as early as next month

In the dark and starry cosmic realm of astrology, some of the zodiac signs have an inflated sense of their intellect. Intelligence is a highly favored trait and these signs can often perceive themselves as the smartest people in the room. These signs can sometimes let their intellectual pride get the better of them. Tag along with us as we delve into the three zodiac signs renowned for their self-professed intelligence.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Think They're Smart

Chicago Happenings

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

In news that will surprise no Sydneysider who has brought up the cost-of-living crisis in the last convo they had (so, pretty much all of us): Sydney has fallen in the global rankings of “most liveable cities”. After all, it was just confirmed we’re living in the second most expensive place in all of the world to buy a home. What may surprise you, though, is that our city has also maintained its status within the top-ten most liveable cities, comparative to other places throughout the world. Last year, Sydney placed fourth in the world in this same Index – and this year, we’ve dropped down to equal seventh with Vancouver (another city with a drop-dead gorgeous harbour), due to a decreased infrastructure score.

Sydney has dropped in the global liveable cities rankings (but the results may surprise you)

Georgia State

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When it comes to living a longer life in Georgia, location matters. And living in one of Georgia's top counties for longevity can add up to 13 years of extra life expectancy as compared to its bottom-ranked counties.

Huge Life Expectancy Gap Revealed Between Georgia's Urban, Rural Counties

There’s no doubt that those of you with young children are often juggling plans to keep the kids entertained and engaged. On top of all their weekend enrichment classes and such, the weekends also offer a great opportunity to take them out for a meal and spend some quality time together.

5 family-friendly eateries for quality time with the kids

Declutterbuzz

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind sets out to explain the possible connection between depression and clutter. Scientists that study depression have found a link to depression playing a role in some folks.

Why Depression Can Impact A Cluttered Home & Cluttered Mind

Los Angeles, CA

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The streets of MacArthur Park were alive with the energy of L.A.'s Mexican community on Sunday. In a grand display of civic duty, Mexican citizens living in Los Angeles flocked to the Mexican Consulate, eager to cast their historic vote.

Thousands Line Up at L.A.’s Mexican Consulate To Cast Their Historic Vote for Mexico’s First Woman President

Chicago, IL

Chicago SummerDance returns this year from June to September to offer multidisciplinary dance classes at parks across the city. Don't worry if you're not a seasoned dancer—all ages and skill levels are welcome at this annual dance series that lets you practice your jives, twirls and jumps. You can take lessons in everything from salsa and cumbia to swing and Afro dance. The season culminates with a three-day event in Grant Park, where you can watch performances from local dance troupes and show off some of the moves you've learned over the summer. For the full schedule, check the Chicago SummerDance site.

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Ernest Shackleton’s London mansion is now for sale for £6.5 million

It’s a dream for many to get onto the property ladder. It’s an even bigger dream to own a piece of history. Both of these dreams...

Ernest Shackleton’s London mansion is now for sale for £6.5 million

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