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Banking on the dollar: How Iran keeps $9bn flowing through US banks despite sanctions
Virginia teen dug pond for school project; 9 years later, wildlife thrives
60 years on, Ken Kesey’s psychedelic Furthur bus returns to San Francisco for restoration
Ken Kesey’s psychedelic “Furthur” bus has returned to San Francisco after decades and is now the centrepiece of a new Grateful Dead exhibition. The bus was used by Kesey and his Merry Band of Pranksters during their 1964 cross-country journey, which helped spread the emerging psychedelic counterculture. The exhibition also features Jerry Garcia’s BMW and will launch an effort to restore the now-di...
Indian-American judge extends block on Trump’s mail-voting curbs ahead of midterm polls
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93-year-old Cleveland bridge closes after analysis finds severe floor-beam deterioration
A Cleveland bridge that opened in 1933 has been closed until further notice after new analysis found more extensive deterioration in its floor beams. The closure comes as the Ohio Department of Transportation was preparing a major rehabilitation project, with construction tentatively planned for 2028. Officials said the decision was made for public safety.
‘Can no longer be stopped’: AfD races towards historic win in Germany state vote
Voting is currently taking place in Saxony-Anhalt's vital state election, representing an important benchmark for the far-right AfD party. Latest surveys indicate they are notably ahead, with a chance to obtain a full majority, possibly leading to their first state governance since WWII. The results will be crucial in assessing Chancellor Friedrich Merz's approach to migration and security, with w...
242 trapped by wildfire; pilots flew into flames to save them
California National Guard crews performed a historic nighttime helicopter rescue during the Creek Fire. They saved 242 people trapped by intense flames and thick smoke. This extraordinary mission utilized night-vision goggles and combat helicopters in a wildfire zone. The daring rescue demonstrated new possibilities for nighttime wildfire aviation response. California has since expanded its ni...
Couple bought 101 acres in 2024; before the sale closed, they planned to preserve it forever
In 2024, Jeff and Betsy Yingling bought 101 acres in Freedom Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania, and soon began considering how to protect the land permanently. After living there and seeing its wildlife, cropland, wooded areas and changing scenery, they decided to place a preservation easement on the property. The easement was finalised in August 2026, permanently protecting all 101 acres for f...
In 1984, Lou Dobbs acquired a New Jersey farm and expanded it over four decades
Lou Dobbs is parting with his stunning 283-acre estate, Hickory Hollow, now available for $6 million. This sprawling property, crafted over 40 years, boasts an impressive 11-acre pond alongside equestrian amenities. The main colonial-style residence, complemented by guest accommodations, reflects the late television personality's vision. With vast expanses, this land holds promise for both residen...
A 2021 landslide cut Denali’s only road; five years later, a $230M bridge spans the slope
A new bridge now spans the Denali National Park road after a landslide. This $230 million project reconnects the eastern and western road sections. Engineers built a 475-foot steel truss bridge over the unstable moving ground. Hikers and cyclists can now cross the bridge, while bus service resumes in 2027. This marks a long-term solution for accessing remote park areas.
Colorado ranch listed for $5.9M as development site, bought by conservationists instead
A 674-acre ranch on Colorado’s Pikes Peak was listed for $5.9 million as a potential development site, but Palmer Land Conservancy bought it for conservation instead. The Pinestone Ranch property connects Woodland Park with more than 100,000 acres of public land and could eventually support trails, wildlife habitat and public access as part of wider efforts to complete the Ring the Peak route.
How discarded Christmas trees are being used to build dunes on a UK beach
Discarded Christmas trees are being used to strengthen the sand dunes at St Annes beach on England’s Fylde Coast. Since the project began in 2013, the trees have helped trap wind-blown sand and expand the dunes. The wider dunes act as a natural sea defence, helping protect nearby homes and businesses from coastal flooding while also creating habitat for specialised plants and wildlife.
Four private Michigan islands spanning 520 acres hit the market for $2.3 million
Now on the market for $2.3 million, this exclusive private group of four islands spans 520 acres. It features a beautifully renovated home, essential machinery, two boats, and a dock slip on the mainland. With about 2,000 feet of waterfront along Michigan's northern border, most of the property is safeguarded by a conservation easement, preserving the area’s native ecosystems and ensuring enjoymen...
Scientists exposed a Wisconsin forest to extra CO₂ for 11 years; productivity rose 39%, but ozone cut gains
A Wisconsin experiment studied forest communities exposed to high carbon dioxide and ozone. Elevated carbon dioxide significantly increased forest productivity and carbon storage over eleven years. Conversely, increased ozone levels reduced forest productivity and ecosystem carbon content. The combined effects showed carbon dioxide stimulating growth and ozone limiting it. These findings highlight...
Akademiks Mocks Travis Scott: DJ blasts rapper after Yeat’s ‘ON NOTHING’ diss; feud motive remains unclear
YouTuber DJ Akademiks has weighed in on Yeat’s fiery diss aimed at Travis Scott in “ON NOTHING.” Akademiks questioned why Yeat targeted Travis instead of Playboi Carti and mocked the Houston rapper over what he called a string of recent losses. The diss followed Yeat’s removed verse from Young Thug’s “Eaters,” sparking fan speculation about tension between the rappers. Neither Travis nor Yeat has ...
TikTok Dog Dies At 8: Internet star Tucker Budzyn dies after chemo complication; fans mourn online
Tucker Budzyn, the beloved golden retriever who became a TikTok and social media sensation, has died at eight after a sudden complication during lymphoma treatment. His owner, Courtney Budzyn, said Tucker initially responded well to chemotherapy and entered partial remission before an intestinal infection rapidly worsened his condition. Despite emergency treatment, veterinarians could not save him...
