BREAKING NEWS: Citizen Meow on Probation!

Citizen Meow - File photo (THN)

Emerging reports from Lair 5-I are coming into THN headquarters, and it appears The Council is in talks, regarding one "Citizen Meow." Due to an apparent theft at The Lair, The Council may vote to put him on probationary status. Head Council Member E was not present at the informal meeting that transpired just moments ago, but the other three Council Members are planning to present their evidence to her later on this evening. Specific details regarding what exactly happened with Citizen Meow have not yet been released, but it is known that Citizen Meow is a frequent visitor to The Lair, and has a history of civil, even friendly relations with The Council, in general. However, it is uncertain as to what this new development may lead to, in regards to future relations between Citizen Meow and The Council, at large.

We will provide continuing coverage of this breaking story, as details become available.

BREAKING NEWS: Thai for lunch!

Our reporter staked in Midtown West spotted Esther picking up her lunch for Royal Thai 2 on West 36th Street, just moments ago. She was wearing her sparkly green hat, and carrying a large, cumbersome-looking umbrella of unknown origin.

Esther apparently order a lunch special, "Kwaytio Kee Mao" (F-5 on the menu), which she had never ordered before, and which was also marked on the menu with an ominous chili pepper, indicating a degree of spiciness. When questioned by our reporter, Esther offered the following remark:

"Though I usually go for some spring rolls, or pad thai, or coconut soup, I was feeling a little adventurous today, and decided to try something different."

It would be worthwhile to note that she did request the dish to be prepared as mildly as possible. Royal Thai 2 is known as the leader of the pack in the fried-ice-cream department, in addition to being Esther's favorite local Thai haunt.

On her way back to the office, Esther narrowly escaped injury when she slipped on the sidewalk, while walking beneath a scaffolding. Howeverm she managed to amazingly regain her balance, and she did not fall. Our reporter was impressed, noting her cat-like reflexes.

Lazy Rainy Tuesday for Council Members...

Breaking news from Lair 5-I...It appears that Council Members "Lord" Dreidel and "Baron von" Dracula have stirred from their slumber, and are starting their day in a most leisurely manner. Our reporter on the scene forwarded us the following exclusive photos:

Baron von Dracula manning his "post."

Lord Dreidel caught in the act of snacking.

The whereabouts of Council Member "Limited Time Offer" Skillet were unclear at the press time. Although Head Council Member E was not present, and will not return to The Lair until sometime later this evening, there were murmurings of an impromptu meeting, scheduled to take place sometime this afternoon. The purpose of this meeting is not immediately clear, and no Council Members were available for comment.

Our reporter is on the scene, and THN will provide exhaustive continuing coverage on this pressing matter.