A legendary estate in Holmby Hills, previously owned by Rod Stewart, has fetched an impressive $86 million. The sprawling six-acre property was split into two parcels, with television producer David Zander acquiring the main mansion for $57 million. Meanwhile, Nick Kaiser purchased a smaller parcel complete with a historic cabin for $29 million. This ...

Basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain's Bel-Air mansion has sold for approximately $9.7 million. This sale concluded years of attempts to sell the property at a much lower price. The 9,395-square-foot home was originally commissioned by Chamberlain in 1971. After extensive renovations, the property was relisted multiple times with significant price cuts. The ...

In an innovative project, crushed concrete sourced from Baltimore's Memorial Stadium has been repurposed to establish coastal foundations. This sustainable initiative has not only fostered wetland creation but has also restored over 400 linear feet of shoreline. Engineers effectively utilized the rubble to construct breakwaters and low barriers, mitigating ...

A UN report documented widespread sexual violence by Russian forces in Ukraine. These violations included gang rape and genital mutilation against civilians and prisoners. Ukrainian authorities were responsible for a smaller number of similar human rights abuses. Most victims of sexual violence in detention were men, according to the UN findings. The ...

In a remarkable turn of events, a historic Arts and Crafts bungalow from 1910 was spared from demolition by developers. The property underwent a meticulous restoration that lasted several years, ensuring modern systems were integrated while retaining its classic charm. Ultimately, this stunning 3,074-square-foot residence was sold for an impressive $1.47 ...

Wayne Fortna, a Pennsylvania teacher, preserved a unique cream-colored pumpkin variety for decades. He found solace in gardening after serving as a tank commander during World War II. His daughter helped save the heirloom seeds through a local museum after his passing. The Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum maintained the precious seeds for future ...

Arthur Blank is enhancing his business footprint in Montana with the introduction of Auster at Dome Mountain, a stunning riverfront lodge situated by the Yellowstone River. After acquiring this historic site in December 2021, he meticulously redeveloped it to include accessible dining and retail spaces for the public, furthering his longstanding dedication ...

Mike Love, the iconic singer of the Beach Boys, has put his stunning Lake Tahoe estate on the market for an impressive forty-three million dollars. This beautiful property has been cherished by his family for over 40 years. Originally purchased as undeveloped land, this expansive estate now showcases breathtaking lake and mountain views, providing a serene ...

Daniel Tom, 31, started Bay Area Sanitation in California in 2023 with one truck and 100 portable toilets. The business became profitable within its first year and generated $4.3 million in 2025. It now operates nearly 2,000 toilets and 12 trucks, with Tom focusing on long-term rentals, regular cleaning and reinvesting profits to expand the company further.

California has approved $5 million towards the purchase of 357 coastal acres in Cayucos that once housed the largest abalone farm in the US. The yak titu titu yak tihini Northern Chumash Tribe is raising $18 million to buy the property, restore native habitats, revive aquaculture and support research into endangered white and black abalone.

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and his wife, Ann Michael, paid for the classroom wish lists of all 54 teachers and support specialists at Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School in Providence, Rhode Island. The $15,000 donation through their MayeDay Family Foundation came as 98% of the schools students receive free or reduced-price lunch.

After nearly five decades, piping plovers triumphantly return to Wisconsin Point, symbolizing a remarkable achievement in conservation. Thanks to a dedicated $4.5 million habitat restoration initiative, 14 acres of essential nesting and feeding grounds have been established from harbor sediment. Protective measures like seasonal closures and predator ...

A Florida city has made a zoning change that blocks a resident from constructing his much-anticipated retirement home. After acquiring the lot nearly two decades ago with plans for development, he now faces obstacles due to new city regulations aimed at boosting commercial growth. The legal challenge claims these changes infringe upon his constitutional ...