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Les Paul’s 7-acre New Jersey home, studio and workshop sold for $990,000 in July; weeks later the property where he pioneered multitrack recording was demolished, and his son says the family got no warning

The New Jersey home of guitarist Les Paul was demolished shortly after its sale. This property served as his workshop and laboratory for recording innovations. His son expressed deep pain and questioned the lack of family notification. Efforts were made to save historically significant materials from the damaged house. The…

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Iranian assassination plot against Netanyahu's son Yair foiled in Florida: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's eldest son, Yair Netanyahu, was the target of an alleged Iranian assassination plot while he was living in South Florida, according to a Newsmax report.

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Indian-origin Toronto man found dead at home; homicide angle being probed

An Indian-origin man found dead at a Toronto home last week has been identified as a homicide victim, police said.

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Raids & kidnapping drills: How Chinese students are preparing for college in Trump's USA

Chinese students now receive survival training before attending American universities. This preparation addresses perceived immigration system unpredictability and potential hostility. New immigration rules and heightened scrutiny create significant anxiety for families. Students must now navigate admission, visa, and legal status concerns. This reflects a shift from academic focus to survival…

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Work began in 1928 on New York City’s first municipal airport; today, Floyd Bennett Field spans more than 1,300 acres of grassland and marsh

Established in 1931, Floyd Bennett Field was New York City's municipal airport before evolving into a vital naval aviation site for decades. After its deactivation by the U.S. Navy in 1971, the area transformed into part of Gateway National Recreation Area. Presently, the former airfield has become a haven for…

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After losing his wife in 2014, a Wisconsin farmer planted 4.5 miles of sunflowers; their seeds later helped raise money for cancer research

Don Jaquish dedicated nearly 400 acres of sunflowers along Wisconsin Highway 85 as a heartfelt tribute to his late wife, Babbette. This colorful corridor not only honors her memory but also aids cancer research through harvested seeds. Titled Babbette's Seeds of Hope, the initiative has blossomed into a community-driven project,…

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US pauses fresh military action against Iran, turns to sanctions and maritime pressure

The US does not intend to carry out further military strikes on Iran “for now,” secretary of state Marco Rubio has informed the foreign ministers of several allied countries, Axios reported, citing American officials.

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In 1925, New Yorker Gayer Dominick bought Bulls Island as a private hunting preserve; 11 years later he gave it to Cape Romain refuge for seabirds and shorebirds

Bulls Island has a rich history, changing hands 36 times since 1696. In 1925, banker Gayer Dominick acquired the island, later constructing a mansion and enhancing the waterfowl impoundments for hunting. By 1936, he gifted the island to the federal government, ensuring its preservation as part of the Cape Romain…

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A Scottish scholar and his American wife bought the remote island of Canna; 43 years later they gifted it, their home and their life’s work preserving Gaelic culture to the National Trust for Scotland

Scottish Gaelic scholar John Lorne Campbell and American musician Margaret Fay Shaw bought the remote islands of Canna and Sanday in 1938 and made Canna House their home. For decades, they collected Gaelic songs, stories, photographs and historical records. In 1981, Campbell gifted Canna, their home and their extensive collections…

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Next Atlantic storm to be named 'Dolly' in an uncanny 'coincidence'

The death of country music icon Dolly Parton has created an unusual coincidence in the Atlantic: the next tropical storm to form there is set to be called Dolly. The timing is striking, but the overlap is entirely coincidental.

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Australia to hand-vaccinate 5,000 wild penguins against bird flu spreading across wildlife; the birds’ nightly routine will make the daunting task possible

Australia is launching a necessary effort to protect one of its most recognisable coastal birds from H5N1 bird flu. Wildlife teams are hand-vaccinating thousands of wild little penguins. On Phillip Island, Victoria, authorities hope to protect a colony of about 5,000 birds by catching them as they return to their…

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In 1968, the Netherlands reclaimed land from the sea for factories; when the development was abandoned, birds colonised it and the accidental wetland became a 56-square-kilometre nature reserve

Initially drained by Dutch engineers for industrial development, the land remained untouched as factories never materialized. What was once barren ground transformed into the Oostvaardersplassen wetland, which captured the attention of ecologists and migratory birds alike. In 1983, its value was recognized, leading to its status as a nature reserve.…

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In 1945, brothers Alfred and Andrew Collier donated 146 Oregon acres to the state as a memorial to their parents; today, Collier Memorial State Park spans 536 acres and preserves the region’s logging history

In 1945, brothers Alfred and Andrew Collier contributed land for what would become a revered memorial park. Over the years, the park blossomed to 536 acres, providing a prime spot for outdoor activities. Home to the Collier Logging Museum, it celebrates nearly 150 years of timber history, showcasing an impressive…

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Ohio construction workers found a kitten trapped inside an excavator; now she has her own hard hat and a job working with them

A routine day at a construction site in Barberton, Ohio, turned into an unexpected animal rescue when workers discovered a tiny kitten trapped inside an excavator. The crew at River Reach Construction heard persistent meowing coming from a Komatsu machine and soon realised that the cries were coming from somewhere…

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In 1998, Israel closed the Hiriya landfill after decades of waste had formed a 60-metre mound; years later, methane wells, trees and trails helped transform the site into the centrepiece of a 2,000-acre park

Hiriya landfill, once a sprawling heap of trash in Israel, ceased operations in 1998, paving the way for innovative environmental solutions. With comprehensive gas management strategies and landscape restoration initiatives, the site moved towards safety, battling issues like harmful emissions and slope instability. The establishment of methane wells significantly reduced…

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Savannah audited 39,000 Flock searches and found 34 unjustified; 6 employees were fired and 4 have now been arrested

Four former Savannah Police Department employees have been arrested over alleged misuse of the Flock Safety license plate reader system. The arrests followed an internal audit of 39,000 searches, which flagged 127 for review and found 34 were unjustified. Six employees were fired, while the Georgia Bureau of Investigation continues…

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Hawaii mixed recycled fishing nets into an Oahu road; 11 months later, researchers found no more polyethylene microplastics than in regular asphalt

Hawaii's urgent plastic waste dilemma has prompted researchers to investigate an innovative solution: incorporating recycled fishing nets into asphalt for road construction. Throughout an eleven-month study, it was discovered that these eco-friendly roads released no more microplastics than their traditional counterparts. Significantly, tire wear was the major contributor to microplastic…

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Massive floods sweep through Nepal; several districts put on high alert

A sudden cloudburst triggered severe flooding in the Bhotekoshi River, devastating Nepal's Rasuwa district. Tragically, at least eight people have lost their lives, and several others remain unaccounted for. The disaster has wreaked havoc on local markets, roads, and bridges. Rescue teams are in full swing, employing helicopters from the…

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In 1978, Seoul began dumping its rubbish on a river island; 15 years and 92 million cubic metres of waste later, two 98-metre garbage mountains were sealed beneath five ecological parks

Nanjido island became Seoul's primary landfill for fifteen years, accumulating vast amounts of waste. This site, once a notorious eyesore, was later transformed into public parks. Impermeable barriers and gas wells were installed to manage pollution and extract energy. Vegetation surveys revealed exotic species dominating the landfill slopes after capping.…

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Japanese engineer’s anime-inspired hair was meant to save time, but it ended up testing a driver safety camera; and now holds more than 250 patents

For years, one Honda engineer has stood out in a workplace where technical expertise usually gets more attention than appearance. Odate’s stiff, naturally curly hair falls across his face in a style that has prompted comparisons with famous anime characters, yet the look was never designed to attract attention. He…

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In 2024, Marshall Islands crews cleared rats from two remote islands: A year later, 2,000 sooty terns returned

Conservation teams successfully removed invasive rats from Bikar Atoll and Jemo Islet. A new sooty tern colony of two thousand birds appeared on Bikar within one year. Thousands of native tree seedlings also emerged across the forest floor after rat removal. This restoration effort allows traditional resources on Jemo to…

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In 2002, Lundy began removing invasive rats; 11 years later, Manx shearwater pairs had risen from 300 to 3,000

Successful conservation initiatives have eradicated invasive rats from Lundy Island in the Bristol Channel, resulting in a noteworthy rise in breeding pairs of Manx shearwaters. Furthermore, similar removal efforts in the Marshall Islands yielded impressive ecological benefits, with native seedlings flourishing and sooty tern colonies re-emerging. These instances underscore the…

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In the 1960s, Takao Shito’s family refused to surrender its farm for Japan’s Narita Airport; over 50 years later, a runway still bends around his fields

A tenacious Japanese farmer defies expectations, cultivating his family's land within the confines of Narita Airport for almost a century. Despite pressure to relocate, he remains steadfast, influencing airport design by forcing planners to reroute a runway. Farming amid the roar of engines and wafts of jet fuel, his struggle…

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How a family reunion in China ended in a 3-year prison term for artist Gao Zhen

Chinese artist Gao Zhen received a three-year prison sentence for his satirical artwork. Authorities charged him with "infringing upon the reputation of heroes" for his art. Gao's wife expressed deep disappointment and sadness over the unexpected conviction. His supporters argue the artworks predate the law under which he was prosecuted.…

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In 1917, the Crane family bought the first piece of Choate Island; decades later, the island entered the Crane Wildlife Refuge under the Trustees in 1974

Choate Island, formerly Hog Island, transitioned from Indigenous settlements to farms. European settlers and the Choate family shaped its agricultural landscape for centuries. Richard T. Crane Jr. began acquiring land in the early twentieth century. His wife, Miné Crane, later gifted the island to The Trustees of Reservations. This gift…

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