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'We got this wrong': Target says sorry for Halloween costume that looked like racist caricature, pulls it down from collection
Kentucky golf course shut after low turnout is becoming a 225-acre park, 70% greenspace
A Kentucky county closed its 225-acre Fox Run Golf Course after it averaged just 9,000 to 10,000 rounds annually. Now, the former golf property is being transformed into a major public park featuring trails, climbing areas, biking facilities, water features and family spaces. Around 70% of the site will remain preserved as natural greenspace for future generations.
In 1957, Georgia artist Eddie Owens Martin began transforming his inherited farmhouse and seven acres
Eddie Owens Martin, an innovative and unconventional artist, dedicated nearly three decades to transforming his land in Georgia into the vibrant, visionary art space known as Pasaquan. He intricately combined various cultural elements through his painted totems and impressive masonry. After years of exposure and deterioration, the Kohler Foundation intervened with a major restoration, breathing ne...
Foreign students must make an official request for authorization: ICE issues new memo as colleges pause CPT program; American students will also have to complete training
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In 1903, rabbits were released on Hawaii’s Laysan Island as a food source; within a decade...
German immigrant Max Schlemmer introduced rabbits to Laysan Island in 1903 for business and entertainment. These rabbits rapidly consumed vegetation, leading to the extinction of three unique landbird species. President Theodore Roosevelt established the Hawaiian Islands Bird Reservation to protect the remaining wildlife. Federal authorities later removed Schlemmer and eradicated the invasive r...
New Mexico has protected nearly 11,000 acres along the Mimbres River as a new wildlife area
In a significant conservation achievement, officials in New Mexico have successfully acquired nearly eleven thousand acres of lush land along the Mimbres River, now designated as a public preserve. This initiative not only safeguards essential water rights and desert habitats for indigenous wildlife but also enhances public access while fostering tourism and outdoor activities. The long-term impac...
Jimmy Donaldson started YouTube at 13; years later the channel turned into a $5 billion business
Jimmy Donaldson started uploading YouTube videos as a 13-year-old in Eastern North Carolina. Years of low-view uploads, intense YouTube analysis and aggressive reinvestment helped turn MrBeast into a massive media and business operation. From viral challenges and Feastables to Beast Mobile, Step and Beast Games, Donaldson’s channel became the foundation of Beast Industries, now valued at roughly $...
9,000-year-old arrowheads covered in strange markings leave archaeologists puzzled
Unearthed from the depths of Turkey, ancient arrowheads reveal enigmatic hand-carved symbols. These Neolithic treasures showcase intentional incisions rather than random scratches, prompting researchers to ponder their origins. Despite thorough investigations, the specific purpose behind these markings remains unknown. Observations indicate that this intriguing practice was limited to select commu...
Georgia sheriff’s office arrested a second deputy in one month over alleged Flock misuse
In a troubling turn of events, a second deputy from Habersham County, Jonathan Thomas, has been dismissed and arrested for misusing surveillance technology. He reportedly accessed the license plate reader system for personal use, following a similar incident involving former deputy Christian Brewer. As a response, the sheriff's office is enhancing regulations around sensitive data access, part of ...
Ohio student pitched nonprofit helping seniors use technology, wins AI leadership award
Hannah Joseph, a sophomore at Indian Hill High School in Ohio, attended Cincy AI Week through the school’s Experienceships programme and its partnership with Cincinnati AI Catalyst. Instead of staying quiet among hundreds of professionals, she introduced herself, asked questions, met speakers and pitched her nonprofit, Seniors Go Digital. Her initiative earned her the 2026 AI Next Generation Award...
In 2022, CaseOh was mowing lawns for work; two years later, he won Content Creator of the Year
CaseOh’s creator journey moved at a ridiculous speed. In 2022, Case Dylan Baker was doing maintenance work with his father in rural Arkansas while making NBA 2K TikToks after work. His clips soon brought thousands of followers and pushed him onto Twitch. By December 2024, he had beaten several major creators to win Content Creator of the Year at The Game Awards.
Florida voters have approved $35 million to buy and transform 5.8 miles of underused railroad...
Bonita Springs voters have greenlit a $35 million bond aimed at improving the essential rail corridor. This significant investment secures the central portion of the Bonita Estero Rail Trail, effectively bridging a gap within the Florida Gulf Coast Trail. Importantly, this development will enhance connectivity between the Estero and Collier County sections of the trail, with construction anticipat...
Mentmore Towers, Batman Begins’ Wayne Manor in Buckinghamshire, could be seized over repairs
The real-life Wayne Manor from Batman Begins, Mentmore Towers in Buckinghamshire, could face compulsory purchase if its owners fail to repair the deteriorating Grade I-listed mansion. According to SWNS, authorities have ordered urgent restoration work and three bat surveys by August 2027. The historic property has suffered damaged roofs, cracks, broken windows and neglect.
7,000-year-old beaver bone pit reveals how Europe’s first farmers used animal fur
Near Alsleben, Germany, archaeologists have unearthed a beaver bone pit that dates back 7,000 years. This remarkable find sheds light on the early farming communities and their sophisticated practices in fur exploitation. The arrangement of the bones points to organized hunting activities. Researchers suggest that such evidence indicates that these ancient peoples crafted intricate fur clothing to...
Artist turns 600-square-foot cabin into 5,000-square-foot home and living artwork over 37 years
Luna Parc in New Jersey began as a 600-square-foot cabin that artist Ricky Boscarino started transforming in 1989. Over the years, he turned it into a 5,000-square-foot, 11-level home and studio filled with artwork, collections and unusual spaces. The property also serves as a teaching space where young local artists learn craft and business skills.
In 1867, New Zealand introduced brown trout for sport fishing; more than 60 million were released
In 1867, British settlers introduced brown trout to New Zealand, intending to enhance sport fishing. This decision led to the release of over sixty million trout, which had devastating effects on local fish populations, resulting in declines and even extinction of some native species. The presence of these invasive fish fundamentally changed stream ecosystems and insect behaviors, making their man...
In 1934, a gun club opened on 9.5 acres beside San Francisco’s Lake Merced; 81 years later it closed
San Francisco is on the lookout for private partners to rejuvenate a 9.5-acre lakeside site, previously a shooting range that has been extensively cleaned up. The city envisions this area transforming into a vibrant public park and recreation hub, inviting proposals for water access, community spaces, and outdoor activities. This project aims to restore nearly a century of waterfront land for publ...
In 1932, an Ohio worker lost his job and began building a rock garden; he spent 12 and his wife...
Upon losing his job at the factory, Harry Hartman transformed his passion into a breathtaking folk art garden made from more than 250,000 stones and repurposed materials. For 53 years, his devoted wife Mary cared for this enchanting space until the Kohler Foundation restored it and handed it over to a community non-profit. The garden is now a beautiful destination for public tours, showcasing Harr...