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Cabin Becomes Nature Sanctuary: Burroughs’ Slabsides grows from retreat to 170-acre haven; hikers still visit

Constructed in 1895 by naturalist John Burroughs, Slabsides served as a serene writing escape distinguished by its rugged wooden slab exterior, retaining its natural bark. Initially a haven for authorship and farming, it later expanded to 170 acres post-Burroughs' passing to protect its lush surroundings. Today, Slabsides stands preserved, recognized…

The Times of India · Sep 10

15 Years Later, A Forgotten Sci-Fi Movie Is A Brilliant Remix Of A Tired Trope

Everyone thinks about what they wish they could do differently, but 'Another Earth' reminds us that it's rarely that simple.

Inverse · Jul 19

Thomas Edison and Henry Ford among the original snowbirds: The rich going to Florida for the winters

Thomas Edison and Henry Ford are famous for their innovations in electricity generation and automobiles respectively, but they were also at the forefront of a massively popular trend in Florida: Rich people from up north spending the cold winter months in the Sunshine State

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2025