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We've got pretty big news about the incessantly discussed giant floating pool shaped like a plus sign that local politicians have been talking about for years now. Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams made two big announcements regarding the plan: the pool will officially be located at Pier 35 in Manhattan right next to the Lower East Side and a three-month “water filtration demonstration project” will kick off this month.

The insane floating pool shaped like a plus sign, +Pool, is one step closer to opening at Pier 35 in 2025

It takes a lot to make an orchid thrive. The humidity, temperature, sunlight, soil and watering have to be absolutely perfect for blooms to appear and stick around. (I know because I’ve said “goodbye” to my fair share of orchids I’ve tried to propagate.) But the Queens Botanical Garden seems to have cracked the code—with some help from New York City’s thriving Taiwanese community.

This weekend is your last chance to see hundreds of gorgeous orchids in NYC this year.

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Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

Los Angeles, CA

Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

Manhattan, NY

For 12 years, Yuja Haraguchi has manned his two-in-one restaurant concepts under one roof: Okonomi and Yuji Ramen. With only 12 seats at his disposal, Haraguchi’s Greenpoint restaurant serves a hearty Japanese breakfast of roasted and raw fish in the AM, always served with rice, vegetables and miso soup. But in the PM, Yuji Ramen takes over with soul-warming bowls of noodles alongside springy mazeman ramen. Now, on August 12, the Brooklyn restaurant will be popping up in Manhattan for a fall residency. And if you haven’t caught the pattern yet, the restaurant will operate for 12 weeks.

Brooklyn’s popular Japanese breakfast restaurant is coming to Manhattan

What is sure to become one of the best summer concerts to take place in NYC this season is a bit of a... secret?. Famous DJ and music producer Zedd has just announced that he will be performing a free pop-up show inside a yet-unnamed NYC bodega on August 22. The catch: only 25 fans will get the chance to attend the experience, which will feature never-before-heard tracks from Zedd's first new album in nearly a decade, Telos, set to drop on August 30.

Zedd is performing a free secret concert inside a NYC bodega

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

If Times Square had a taste, you might guess it’d be greasy bread sticks and day-old hot dog water. But actually, unbeknownst to many, the area around Times Square has a robust food scene—you just have to know where to look. For the first time since 2019, the...

The major food fest Taste of Times Square is back for the first time since 2019

Cooking With Maryann

For some of you, bacon and jam are words that just do not go together. Fear not though! Bacon jam is heaven on a spoon. We love to use it as a condiment on our burgers, but you can use it on grilled cheese or even for cracker dip. It's actually pretty simple, and this is what you'll need:

Delicious Condiment - Bacon Jam

Addison, IL

Chicago Food King

Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

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Scituate, MA

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The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a unique cat named Inky, who is looking for his forever home. Inky's story is one of resilience and hope, and the shelter is seeking a cat-savvy owner who can provide the understanding and care he needs.

Meet Inky: A Former Street Cat With A Tough Past & A Bright Future

Westchester County, NY

Carving a jack-o'-lantern may be a time-honored American tradition for many, but nobody—and we mean nobody—does pumpkin carving quite like Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze. Every fall, pumpkins aplenty decorate two locations of this festive, family-friendly attraction. This year promises thousands of intricately carved jack-o'-lanterns in mesmerizing displays, plus dazzling new experiences in honor of the event's founding 20 years ago.

The Great Jack O’Lantern Blaze returns in September with dazzling new attractions

We are sad to report that barbecue season will soon come to a close. Luckily, the folks at Hudson River Park are saying “goodbye” to the season in a big, big way. This weekend, the longest-running blues festival in New York is returning to the outdoor park for a day of blues, barbecue and all the fun that comes with it.

This blues festival is bringing in the best of barbecue to Hudson River Park

Denver, CO

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The Denver City Council accepted Monday two grants totaling $24.5 million from the state of Colorado to pay for the homeless navigation campus it opened last year. One council member wants answers as to why wraparound services at the campus aren't up and running.

Denver homeless hotel wins $24.5 million grant, experiences wraparound services delay

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

No, pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness don’t fold into caskets. It’s a question a reader posed one of the first times I wrote about pallet shelters. I find the pallet shelters to be more palatable than ice fishing tents. The Colorado Village Collaborative operates both micro-communities and the so-called Safe Outdoor Spaces with the tents. We all learned the tents are not safe when a fire roared through a CVC Safe Outdoor Space, destroying the compound quickly. Officials never disclosed a cause of the fire.

Opinion: No, pallet shelters for homeless in Denver, Aurora don’t fold into caskets

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The biggest benefit when you declutter your home is you will be more organized, efficient, and productive and this will free up time for you to spend doing the things you love!

Big Benefits When You Declutter Your Home & Life

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A free Harry Potter extravaganza is taking over Grand Central Terminal

Every single Harry Potter devotee knows about Back to Hogwarts Day, an annual celebration created by the franchise's own fans marking the day Harry is due...

A free Harry Potter extravaganza is taking over Grand Central Terminal

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