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@RadioRob, we need a "hide ears" emoji.

I didn't think it possible, but there IS something I'm just as disinterested in as the Bezos-Sanchez merger & acquisition.

Kids eat free at Queens Applebee’s this July 4th weekend – QNS QNS.COM This July 4th holiday weekend, Queens families can enjoy a holiday promotion at their local Applebee's. applause.wav

Aigner Chocolates in Forest Hills added to New York State Historic Business Registry applause.wav

Yes, if "disgusted" is a synonym for "completely disinterested."

https://apple.news/A6IeMEdljTHeMgnU5GQ3ALw The almost 2000 year old man

No lead is safe this year when the Baltimore Orioles face the Tampa Bay Rays. Certainly not with seven innings still to play. On June 18, Tampa Bay beat Baltimore 12-8 after the Orioles had taken an 8-0 lead in the top of the second. The O's got no hits after that second inning. Then last night -- nine days later -- it was the Rays who opened the scoring with six runs in the second, only for Baltimore to storm back and rout Tampa Bay 22-8.

Isn't that the thing that Linda Evangelista sued about, saying she was disfigured?

Filipino bakery Arellano Pandesal rises in Queens with NYC-style twists - LIC Post LICPOST.COM June 27, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive... Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive pandesal—a bread roll that serves as a breakfast centerpiece—is sweetening up Western Queens with delectable pastries that blend Filipino tradition with NYC modernity. Founders Jennifer Arellano and Kian “Arellano” Ahmadian started the bakery to share the Arellano family recipe, which was updated to broaden its appeal among Filipino Americans and bread enthusiasts. Arellano aimed to honor her familial roots by connecting customers with her culture. Operating as an online bakery, the baking is done at the premises of Even Tinier Drumsticks, a shared commercial kitchen in Long Island City. Each pastry is hand-rolled and baked with organic ingredients, offering a healthier alternative to starchier counterparts. The growing popularity of pandesal is a testament to the diverse food selections that thrive in the borough.

Your random Avengers guest star trivia of the day: Christopher Lee was a classically trained singer who got into heavy metal at age 82 and he released two "highly personal" albums at 89 & 91.

I've been doing a fairly thorough rewatch of seasons 2-6 of The Avengers before it goes off peacock at the end of the month. Only 3 1/3 episodes from season one exist and they are on YouTube.

Tomorrow's high... 80. Friday's... 71.

You knead a less labor intensive hobby.

@Gar1eth : Am I The Only One Who Noticed? RIP Bobby Sherman NO...

Akito Japanese Cuisine brings fresh sushi and authentic flavors to Bell Blvd. QNS.COM A new Japanese restaurant, Akito Japanese Cuisine, is making its mark in Bayside, joining the... New fusion spot Taco & Dumpling offers Mexican and Asian favorites in Sunnyside - Sunnyside Post SUNNYSIDEPOST.COM If it feels like it’s almost impossible to choose between Mexican and Asian for dinner, then Taco & Dumpling in...

He died.

I've been doing a fairly thorough rewatch of The Avengers before it goes off peacock at the end of the month. Watched an episode overnight... Mrs. Peel and the bad guy were walking along a road... and in the bottom left corner of the screen was the rolling wheel of the camera dolly clearly visible.

that pic is NOT from my post, btw... ( @Vegas_Millennial )

Tech meets tradition at Dim Sum Bloom’s new Bayside location – QNS QNS.COM Dim Sum Bloom, an innovative restaurant using a fully automated stir-fry robot, recently opened its...

Tech meets tradition at Dim Sum Bloom’s new Bayside location – QNS QNS.COM Dim Sum Bloom, an innovative restaurant using a fully automated stir-fry robot, recently opened its...

The city’s parks department this week unveiled a new “mini forest” on a formerly little-used lot on the Williamsburg waterfront. Tucked into the North Fifth Street Pier and Park, the leafy plot is filled with native plants and trees, part of the parks department’s effort to increase the tree canopy across New York City. “The new mini forest that we have planted here in Brooklyn has transformed this lot into a vibrant and unique space for relaxation and reflection, complete with all the trees, shrubs, wildflowers, ferns, and stones that you’d find in a natural forest,” said Parks commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, in a statement. The project was inspired, in part, by Miyawaki Forests. Developed by Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki, the tiny, man-made forests are designed to quickly restore natural ecosystems by improving soil quality and closely-packing the space with a variety of native plant species. But Miyawaki forests are usually planted with tree saplings that can take years to grow to full size. In contrast, the Williamsburg mini forest is filled with mature trees, including serviceberry, river birch, black gum, and persimmon; plus native wildflowers, shrubs, and grasses like goldenrod, sweet fern, and butterfly weed. New York City’s first Miyawaki forest opened on Roosevelt Island last year. The forests are known for providing myriad benefits — shade, habitat, and flood prevention — while requiring relatively little maintenance after they’re established. Urban trees provide shade, helping to keep streets and neighborhoods cooler. According to the Parks Department, the section of Williamsburg between North 14th Street and Division Avenue to the east of Lorimer Street contains more than 5,000 trees. Every year, those trees are estimated to intercept more than 6 million gallons of stormwater and absorb 7,500 pounds of air pollution. Constructing the mini forest ran about $200,000. The greenspace sits on what was once a disused lot.

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Bayside cool: Momo Ashi’s bubble tea and charm keep customers coming back – QNS QNS.COM As temperatures climb, Queens residents looking to cool down have a charming and flavorful option tucked away... Tootles & French brings Pride to Ditmars with drag brunches, open mics and happy hour - Astoria Post ASTORIAPOST.COM June 20, 2025 By Shane O'Brien Astoria's Tootles & French will host a variety of events over the next week to... Queens franchise becomes world’s first Guyanese-owned Carvel and Cinnabon – Caribbean Life WWW.CARIBBEANLIFE.COM In the heart of Hollis, Queens, a sweet milestone has quietly taken root in New York City’s melting pot of... In the heart of Hollis, Queens, a sweet milestone has quietly taken root in New York City’s melting pot of culture and community pride: the only Guyanese-owned Cinnabon and Carvel franchise in the world. Romesha Deen, a Guyanese American who immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 3 and has spent most of her life in New York, officially opened the doors to her Cinnabon and Carvel storefront at 205-03 Hillside Ave. in Hollis nearly two years ago. What began as a neighborhood dessert shop has since grown into a vibrant hub of cultural pride, entrepreneurial spirit, and community connection, offering more than just sweet treats but a warm and welcoming space for all. “I’m so proud to represent Guyana in this way,” Deen said during an emotional interview. “When my parents first came here, no one even knew where Guyana was. Now, people come from Brooklyn, the Bronx — even Long Island — just to support us because we’re Guyanese-owned. It means everything.” Deen’s journey to business ownership wasn’t linear. A former marketing and finance professional, she spent years working for major companies like NBC Universal before realizing she wanted more control over her future. “I wanted to be my own boss,” she said. “In the corporate world, someone else is always reaping the benefits of your hard work. This was about building something of my own — not just for me, but for my children.” That mindset, Deen says, was instilled in her by her mother, Maureen — a single parent who put herself through college while raising a family. Deen, who is married to Ken and shares two children, Kyle and Kaitlyn, also credits her husband and children for their unwavering support and the shared success of their business. “She’s the strongest woman I know,” Deen said through tears. “Everything I am, I owe to her.” Now, Deen pours that same energy into her shop, working seven days a week, often from early morning baking shifts to late-night closings. Despite the grind, the community’s support keeps her going. The shop may follow the franchise model, but Deen has infused it with unmistakable Caribbean flair. Last year, she launched a now-beloved feature: Carvel cakes printed with Caribbean flags. It began during Labor Day Weekend, when she hung flags in the shop to celebrate the West Indian Day Parade. The response was overwhelming and hasn’t stopped since. “People come in just for the cakes,” she said. “We’ll make 10 Guyanese flag cakes and they’re gone by Saturday morning.” Other flags, such as those of Jamaica, Trinidad, Haiti, and Barbados, are just as popular. Customers pose for photos with their cakes, sometimes buying them just to celebrate their heritage, even if there’s no party planned. “It’s become a symbol of pride,” Deen said. “And it makes me proud to give people that joy.” The Hollis Cinnabon/Carvel feels different from your average franchise. The walls are bright, the space is warm, and families fill the seating area well past sundown. “We wanted it to feel like a family place — not just somewhere you rush in and out,” Deen said. “People sit, laugh, and eat ice cream together. Even in the winter.” “That was such a huge compliment,” she said. “We’ve worked so hard to make this feel special.” Deen says she isn’t focused on expansion just yet; her priority is continuing to grow the Hollis location and making it the best in Queens. “The goal is to make this store the number one Carvel in the borough,” she said. “That’s what I’m working toward — one scoop at a time.” For Deen, every cake sold, every smile shared, and every flag proudly displayed is more than a transaction. It’s a celebration of where she came from — and where she’s going. The dining area inside the Hollis Carvel is bright and inviting, often filled with families enjoying ice cream together, even in winter

The founder of the Queens Defenders and her husband have lawyered up after they were indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the non-profit organization. Former Queens Defenders executive director Lori Zeno, 64, surrendered Wednesday at the Brooklyn federal courthouse. Zeno was arraigned on an indictment charging her and Rashad Ruhani, 55, with wire fraud conspiracy, theft, money laundering conspiracy and other crimes. Queens Defenders is a Jamaica-based nonprofit that provides free criminal defense to low-income Queens residents through city contracts. In addition to representing thousands of clients, the organization runs programs focused on youth, reentry and alternatives to incarceration.