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Sad news about Sludgie the whale: The baby minke whale, who captivated our attention as he frolicked in the Gowanus Bay, died yesterday afternoon. He beached himself near Clinton Street around 5PM.

Gothamist will have a more extensive wrap-up of U2's "so secret, it's a record label's wet dream with all the buzz" Brooklyn concert from Janelle, but we loved this photo by Steven Tom of The Edge in front of a Holland Tunnel sign [U2 spent a good part of the day on a flat bed truck, filming their upcoming video]. And reader Jill sent us this Bono photo from midtown. Thousands flocked from office buildings, even skipping work, to enjoy the spur of the moment concert. Naturally, the NY Post takes pride in pointing out that Bono yelled that he'd like a coffee and a NY Post. Did you skip work to head to Brooklyn and chase U2 around town? Or did you sit back in your cubicle, looking at the photos on other people's blogs in envy?

Amy Langfield uncovered this exciting news that got very little attention: Alcohol can now be sold at off-premise joints seven days a week! We had noticed it was easier for us to get some 40s from the local bodega, but who knew the wine store could be open too? Perfect for when you want to be a good guest at those Sunday evening dinners at someone else's we never get invited to.

Thanks, Charlie, for letting us contribute. We, probably like the others, feel like we barely scratched the surface, so if you ever want to do Favorite Things, 11-20....

Today's Young Manhattanite Interview is with Maccers; previous YMI have been with Blaise K, Elizabeth, and Maud. Check them out!