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TL/DR - Former Bida Manda and Brewery Bhavana chef Lon Bounsanga has announced plans to open a new Laotian street food restaurant, named SAAP, in Cary's new downtown park in November. The restaurant is set to feature a dining room with 70 seats, a 10-stool bar, and a 20-person patio, with the menu consisting of items like grilled skewers of tiger…

TL/DR - Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has transported more than 50,000 migrants to major Democratic cities across the United States, causing a shelter crisis and changing the immigration debate. The move, which began as a political point to highlight President Biden's perceived inaction on the border, has morphed into an organized transport…

TL/DR - The US Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Grant has provided Boston with $11.4 million in funding, announced by Mayor Wu and US Sen. Ed Markey. This grant aims to develop Boston's workforce in urban and community forestry, improve tree care and accessibility, and expand Boston's tree canopy, primarily in neighborhoods like…

Rising Popularity of Bodybuilding and Weightlifting Amid the pandemic, there has been a significant surge in interest towards bodybuilding, with a staggering 190% increase in searches for "bodybuilding" or "weightlifting" apps, according to Google Trends data. The most sought-after exercises among gym-goers include squats, dumbbells, and deadlifts.…