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After demolition threats and multiple moves, Santa Monica's 1897 shotgun house found a new purpose

After demolition threats and multiple moves, Santa Monica's 1897 shotgun house found a new purpose

Times of India

Santa Monica's last intact shotgun house, built in 1897, faced demolition and several moves. Community efforts and preservation groups saved the structure from disappearing entirely. The house was moved multiple times before finding its permanent location in 2014. It was then restored and repurposed as a Preservation Resource Center. This historic building now educates the public about local histo...

At least 22 killed in fire at wedding party in Congo’s Kinshasa

At least 22 killed in fire at wedding party in Congo’s Kinshasa

Times of India

A devastating fire at a wedding party in Kinshasa claimed at least twenty-two lives. The blaze erupted overnight Friday and continued into Saturday morning in the Lingwala district. Many people were injured as they attempted to escape the rapidly spreading flames. Narrow hallways caused congestion, hindering escape efforts for those trapped inside. The exact cause of the tragic fire remains unconf...

Michigan used 7,000+ recycled tires in Ellsworth Road paving; the project later won a national award

Michigan used 7,000+ recycled tires in Ellsworth Road paving; the project later won a national award

Times of India

Michigan's latest eco-friendly endeavor involves transforming thousands of old tires into rubber-modified asphalt for road building. Over 7,000 scrap tires have been repurposed on Ellsworth Road in Pittsfield Township, with researchers evaluating how this new asphalt stacks up against conventional materials. The initiative has earned a prestigious national award for its commitment to sustainabilit...

Putin orders 3-day pause in strikes on Kyiv as US delegation arrives in Russia

Putin orders 3-day pause in strikes on Kyiv as US delegation arrives in Russia

Times of India

US special representatives Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow for crucial peace talks. President Putin ordered a three-day halt to strikes on Kyiv for the American delegation's visit. Both Russia and Ukraine had intensified long-range attacks before this diplomatic engagement. The US push aims to revive efforts to end the ongoing conflict between the nations. The envoys will travel ...

‘Stop the boats’: Masked men block roads to Dover port in anti-immigration protest

‘Stop the boats’: Masked men block roads to Dover port in anti-immigration protest

Times of India

Masked men blocked roads leading to Britain's busiest ferry port in Dover. This protest disrupted traffic around the major cross-Channel hub on Saturday morning. Port officials stated that all traffic in and out of the port had been stopped. Videos showed several dozen men dressed in black, shouting "stop the boats". The incident appeared to be an anti-immigration protest, causing significant traf...

In the late 1920s, mule deer were brought to Catalina Island; now a judge has ordered for 2,000 of them to be culled

In the late 1920s, mule deer were brought to Catalina Island; now a judge has ordered for 2,000 of them to be culled

Times of India

Catalina Island's mule deer, released in the late 1920s, now pose serious threats to local flora and contribute to increased wildfire risks. In response, conservation leaders have outlined a contentious strategy to significantly reduce the mule deer population. Following a legal challenge that was dismissed by a judge, the cull is set to commence, aimed at preserving the island's natural environme...