Elegantly appointed Rocco’s Steakhouse has drawn lovers of prime beef and Italian-accented veal and chicken to 72 Madison Ave. for nearly 10 years. Now it’s adding a second location at 100 E. 57th St., the former home of the original BLT Steak, which closed a few months ago.
Rocco’s signed a lease for 3,500 square feet on the ground, 1,350 sf on the lower level and 600 sf on a mezzanine for a private dining room. Read More...
Alaskan Husky (Canis lupus familiaris)
Type: Mammal Family: Canidae Habitat: Domesticated Location: Worldwide Diet: Omnivore Average lifespan in the wild: 17 years Size: 20-25 in (50.8-63.5 cm) Weight: 35 to 50 lbs (15.8-22.7 kg) for females; 45 to 60 lbs (20.4-27.2 kg) for males The Chukchi people of northeastern Asia developed the Siberian husky, a sled dog well adapted for hard work and very low temperatures. They were bred to pull for long distances at a brisk speed while expending a minimum amount of energy. Read More...
German football legend Franz Beckenbauer has died at the age of 78.
The World Cup winner died on Sunday, his family have confirmed, as tributes from the world of football flooded in.
Beckenbauer’s health has gradually declined ever since his son Stephan died in 2015. Since then the iconic former player and manager had battled Parkinson’s disease, dementia, as well as undergoing heart operations.
He leaves behind his wife Heidi and his four other children. Read More...