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About 20 years ago, Dawn Robinson paid $40,000 for 2.4 acres in New Jersey; Middle Township later offered her $47,000 and is now trying to take the land for a 340-home project

A woman from South Jersey has taken a stand against the government's plan to acquire her land, which is intended for a new housing development in Middle Township. She asserts that the seizure does not serve public interest. Ongoing legal proceedings and negotiations haven't resolved the matter, underscoring the potential…

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New York Times Square stabbing: Who is Pamela Cisneros? Woman behind attack had mental health history

A 49-year-old Queens woman identified as Pamela Cisneros was fatally shot by New York police after she allegedly stabbed two people in a random and unprovoked attack in the heart of Times Square. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said Cisneros had a documented mental-health history with the NYPD, including incidents in…

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Quote of the day by Warren Buffett: "Rule No. 1: Never lose money. Rule No. 2: Never..."

Two investors can pursue the exact same market and end up with very different long-term results, not because one picked better winners, but because one avoided catastrophic losses the other didn't. One chases upside aggressively, accepting large downside risk as the reasonable cost of potentially large returns. The other treats…

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Pakistan power crisis deepens as Karachi reels from 24-hour blackouts

Karachi's electricity crisis has intensified, with residents in several parts of the city reporting outages lasting up to 24 hours. Rights activists in Pakistan have warned that prolonged loadshedding is placing a growing burden on low-income families.

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Lindsay Clancy trial: No verdict after 17 hours of jury deliberations; hearing to continue Tuesday

Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy trial spent a third day deliberating without reaching a verdict, bringing their total deliberation time to about 17 hours. The jury, which is deciding whether the former labour and delivery nurse was criminally responsible for killing her three children in 2023, is set to continue…

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Pakistan court allows Hindu woman to return home after alleged forced conversion, marriage

A court in Pakistan on Tuesday allowed a 21-year-old Hindu woman to return to her parents after she told the magistrate that she wished to go home of her own free will, days after her family alleged that she had been abducted and pressured to convert to Islam and marry…

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Watch: 'Driverless' car crashes into police van after internet outage in Islamabad

During a technology demonstration in Islamabad, a remotely operated driverless car lost its internet connection and crashed into a police van. This unfortunate incident quickly captured attention online, leading to a flood of memes. A journalist on-site attributed the crash to a technical fault caused by the internet outage, urging…

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Quote of the day by Princess Diana: "I like to be a free spirit. Some don't like that, but…" - powerful words on being yourself

Princess Diana's words reflect her genuinely independent nature and her willingness to remain true to herself, even when doing so clearly stood apart from what was expected of her public role. "I like to be a free spirit," she said. "Some don't like that, but that's the way I am."…

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In 2014, a Colorado couple bought land to build a family ranch; by 2025 bird species had risen from 29 to 37 and grassland-bird detections doubled from 178 to 356

Lance and Lisa Wheeler's Colorado ranch has transformed into a sanctuary for grassland birds, boasting a remarkable doubling in species detection since 2019. Their innovative farming methods, coupled with adaptive grazing strategies, promote rich habitats that support diverse wildlife. As evidenced by a 26% increase on the ranch's Bird-Friendliness Index,…

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Pak PM scrambles for damage control after his office edits leaders out of SCO summit photo

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appeared to go into damage-control mode on Tuesday after his office shared an edited version of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit’s family photograph, cropping out several world leaders while keeping Sharif prominently at the centre of the frame.

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Idaho is building a $20.8 million wildlife highway crossing to help deer migrate under a busy highway without losing lives

The Rocky Point Wildlife Underpass, located in southeast Idaho, is on track for completion this fall. This significant infrastructure project aims to enhance safety for both wildlife and motorists on US Highway 30. With three designated crossings and carefully constructed fencing, it showcases the collaboration of multiple state and conservation…

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In 1965, Bob Hope bought a 212-acre former Hollywood movie ranch; after thousands of Westerns were filmed there, plans emerged to turn much of it into a park

In 1965, comedian and actor Bob Hope bought Corriganville, a 212-acre former Hollywood movie ranch in Simi Valley, California. The property had spent decades serving the film industry, providing locations for thousands of films, television programmes and commercials. It also operated as a tourist attraction, where visitors could explore Western-style…

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In 2015, Alibaba founder Jack Ma paid $23 million for 28,100 acres in New York’s Adirondacks; he planned to conserve its forests, trout streams and white-tailed deer habitat

Jack Ma acquired Brandon Park, a large Adirondack wilderness estate, for conservation purposes. This vast property includes extensive forests, rivers, and wildlife habitats for ecological preservation. The land, previously part of a Rockefeller estate, was kept privately owned after the purchase. Ma's representatives stated a nonprofit entity would manage the…

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Trump-backed Freedom Fuel chain faces lawsuit over $4 million unpaid gas bill

A fuel supplier has sued a company that purchased gasoline for Freedom Fuel Network, alleging it failed to pay about $4 million for fuel delivered to the discount gas station chain in July.

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In 2012, a derelict 1866 Washington house was listed on a waterfront lot worth more without it; preservationists spent 6 years buying it and 8 more restoring it before reopening it in 2026

In 2012, a crumbling 1866 farmhouse sat on a prized waterfront lot in Coupeville, Washington, listed for sale at a price that reflected the land’s value far more than the building’s. The Haller House, one of the oldest surviving structures on Whidbey Island, was in such poor condition that many…

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A Florida clock survived nearly a century outdoors; one clockmaker has now spent about 700 hours restoring its 95-year-old hands, dial and metalwork

In Clearwater, Florida, a remarkable four-faced clock has undergone an impressive restoration, thanks to clockmaker David H. Boyd, who dedicated 700 hours to the project. He skillfully preserved the original dial and hands while integrating new clockworks. This iconic timepiece now proudly graces Cleveland Street again, bridging the city’s rich…

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Indonesia wildfire crisis: 19 companies under scrutiny as 2 lakh hectares burnt

Indonesia's wildfire crisis has burned 202,010 hectares of forest and land between January and July, while authorities are inspecting 19 companies linked to fires covering 11,047 hectares within their concessions across seven provinces.

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In 2016, Frank and Monica Woll bought two tiny Florida Keys islands for semi-retirement; hurricanes soon washed away much of them

Retiring in the serene Florida Keys, Frank and Monica Woll found their dream islands, but they soon realized the threat of hurricanes loomed large. Committed to preserving their idyllic home, they tirelessly work to restore coastlines and plant mangroves by hand. Their passion for environmental stewardship battles against the relentless…

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'This is real': Pete Hegseth appears to mock Canadian military woman amid US-Canada tensions

US secretary of war Pete Hegseth appeared to mock the appearance of a uniformed woman featured in a Canadian cadet post on Tuesday, sharing her image on X with a Canadian flag and the words: “(this is real)”.

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In 1990, John and Karen Lewis bought 1,000 acres of Costa Rican rainforest to stop it being logged; the reserve now shelters monkeys, sloths and over 300 bird species

John and Karen Lewis bought Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula rainforest in 1990. They built a lodge and school, benefiting local residents and wildlife. The reserve became a vital buffer for Corcovado National Park. In 2013, a conservation easement ensured permanent protection for the land. This project demonstrates successful long-term private…

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In 1985, Harrison Ford began protecting 389 acres of his 800-acre Wyoming ranch from development, preserving a migration corridor for elk and mule deer

In the early 1980s, actor Harrison Ford made a significant investment in nature by acquiring an 800-acre ranch in Wyoming. He dedicated 389 acres to a perpetual conservation easement, ensuring the land remains a crucial habitat for migrating wildlife. This commitment helps preserve the environment by prohibiting development and fostering…

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In 1921, Italian immigrant Simon Rodia began hand-building Los Angeles’s Watts Towers from steel, mortar and broken tile; 33 years later the construction had ended

Simon Rodia built the Watts Towers in Los Angeles over 33 years. He used steel, wire mesh, and mortar, embedding glass and shells. Rodia constructed the tallest tower to 99½ feet without welding or scaffolding. He left the property in 1954, and it later faced demolition threats. The Watts Towers…

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In 1989, businessman Adrian Gardiner bought a roughly 3,000-acre South African farm as a family retreat; it grew into a 61,800-acre reserve supporting more than 5,000 animals

Adrian Gardiner's adventure in conservation began in 1989 when he took farmland and skillfully turned it into a magnificent game reserve. His relentless expansion efforts brought thousands of hectares under protective stewardship, prioritizing ecosystem restoration and the revival of various wildlife species. By intertwining tourism and community job creation within…

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For more than four decades, George Divoky has worked from Cooper Island’s lone cabin; by 1989, the black guillemot colony he tracked had reached 200 breeding pairs

For over thirty years, George Divoky meticulously studied the Arctic guillemot colony on Cooper Island, watching their population blossom from a mere ten pairs to an impressive two hundred. However, as rising Arctic temperatures led to vanishing sea ice, the availability of key food sources dwindled, exposing the guillemots to…

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Australian high school students collected more than 2,000 plastic bottles to form a greenhouse, 11 years later, the structure supplies food for the school's garden

At Richardson Primary School, students have impressively constructed a greenhouse called Plastic Palace using over two thousand recycled plastic bottles. For a decade, this eco-friendly project has not only nourished the school's garden but has also provided valuable hands-on learning experiences. Engaging in the cultivation and planting process, students have…

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