JaSondra Schmidt and her husband Jason are restoring a historic house from her great-great-grandfather. They decided to relocate the house to their purchased farmland in North Dakota. The family home, built in 1914, carries five generations of JaSondra’s family history.
Lee Marvin's stunning estate in Tucson is back on the market after an extensive renovation, blending its historic adobe charm with modern-day luxuries. This unique property designed by the renowned architect Josias Joesler features seven spacious bedrooms, a separate guest house, and expansive recre…
A once-neglected timber cabin in Bonogin has undergone an inspiring transformation into a charming two-bedroom holiday retreat. Originally constructed in 1932 and steeped in the local timber-cutting heritage, owners Marlon Sayer and Romolo Romeo acquired it in 2016, opting to maintain its historical…
Nevada’s missing plants and animals are drawing attention as a new journal tracks species that have gone undocumented for decades. The concern comes amid a 38% decline in staffing at the state’s US wildlife agency.
Audrey Finocchiaro and Sam Lancaster founded The Nitro Bar in 2016, embarking on a path marked by financial constraints and initial customer engagement hurdles. Their persistence paid off at Brown University, resulting in significant sales growth.
Justin Miller, a home design content creator, purchased a chair from Facebook Marketplace for $50. After researching, he discovered it was a rare piece made by Frits Henningsen. Sotheby’s auctioned the chair, which was restored and had an estimated value of $30,000 to $50,000.
Michael Phelps, after winning eight gold medals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, established the Michael Phelps Foundation. This foundation focuses on promoting swimming, water safety, and healthy living for young people. Programs like 'im' aim to instill confidence and coping skills among children.
George Washington spent much of his childhood at Ferry Farm in Virginia, which Walmart purchased in 1996 to build a Supercenter. Residents rallied to save the historic property, raising $2.2 million to buy it back before donating it to a nonprofit foundation.
Randy Guijarro discovered an old photograph believed to include Billy the Kid in 2010, purchased for just $2. This photograph has been appraised at $5 million and may confirm its authenticity.
In 2013, Koos Bekker's acquisition of Hadspen House sparked a transformative expansion into The Newt in Somerset, encompassing over 2,700 acres. This growth has generated local employment and attracted visitors, yet opinions remain divided.
Former The Real Housewives of Potomac star Mia Thornton faces a felony theft-by-taking charge over allegations that she and Jared McGriff removed furniture and a television worth approximately $11,000 from a furnished Atlanta condo in October 2025.
Hamdi Ulukaya arrived in the United States in 1994, overcoming significant language and cultural obstacles. He founded Chobani, prioritizing the hiring of refugees to combat their employment challenges. In 2016, he initiated Tent to enhance job prospects for refugees within multiple industries.
A Full Court in Tasmania has overturned a significant tax assessment against companies related to Xianfeng Lu. The decision cancels a A$23.4 million stamp duty bill that included penalties and interest.
Researchers investigating Turkey’s boat-shaped Durupınar formation, believed by some to be Noah’s Ark, have created a 3D-printed model using ground-penetrating radar data. The team has completed its first investigation phase, drilling more than 60 feet underground and collecting samples for laborato…
Full-scale demolition of the former Libbey Glass plant in Shreveport is now underway and progressing. Environmental contaminants have been cleared over the 54-acre site, allowing for redevelopment opportunities.
Rancho Cariñoso was sold at auction for $22.55 million after previously being listed for $109 million. This estate features 4.2 acres of land and nearly an acre of private beachfront. The property includes a main house, equestrian facilities, and is near the Santa Barbara Polo Club.
A Kentucky appeals court has upheld a widow’s right to half of her late husband’s $2.33 million investment accounts, despite his children being named as beneficiaries. William E. Perrine died without a will in 2024.
Tom Green, an Iowa farmer, backs the Folsom Lake Solar Project after it secured the green light from the Mills County Zoning Board. This initiative is set to ensure reliable income through long-term land leases amid tough farming conditions.
A 6,500-year-old Indigenous sacred site in Arizona has been damaged during construction of the Trump administration’s border wall. A roughly 50-foot-wide corridor cuts through part of a 272-foot-long geoglyph in the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge.
In Albania, student protests escalated into violent clashes with police in the capital, Tirana. These demonstrations aimed to highlight critical issues surrounding education and socio-economic challenges.
A teenage girl was allegedly groped by a humanoid robot while she was with friends. The incident occurred outside a fast-food restaurant in Cologne shortly after midnight. Police are investigating two young men believed to have recorded and livestreamed the event on social media.
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson spearheaded the People’s Fund of Maui aimed at aiding wildfire survivors with financial support. Over $60 million was allocated to more than 8,100 affected residents during the recovery phase.
Residents of Lismore, a tiny Scottish island with around 190 inhabitants, raised funds for archaeological excavations that uncovered a medieval cemetery, ancient buildings and more than 1,000 metalworking artefacts.
Secured through public funding, a 58-acre ranch in Heber Valley, Utah, is preserved to avert urban sprawl. The Flying A Ranch Preserve will remain dedicated to agriculture, supporting cattle grazing and hay production.
