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In 1908, an Indiana widow began 20-year fight over 120 acres; part of land later became protected
Drusilla Carr, an unschooled Indiana widow, spent more than two decades defending her claim to 120 acres along Lake Michigan. As Gary expanded and the lakeshore became valuable, she fought repeated legal battles against attempts to acquire the land. Decades after her death, part of her former property was included in a 212-acre donation that became protected land within Indiana Dunes National Lake...
Prince Harry steps down from African Wildlife Charity Board following human rights abuse probe
Colorado land sold for 30 cents an acre later helped create a vast national park
'Nothing changes yet': Immigration lawyer explains new $103,265 H-1B fee rule is not final; there will be litigation
Michigan couple bought 160-year-old farmhouse for $26K, spent $320K rebuilding it without experience
A Michigan couple bought an abandoned 160-year-old farmhouse for $26,000 and spent nearly $320,000 bringing it back to life. Samantha and Sean Kilgore tackled the massive restoration without professional renovation experience, transforming everything from the foundation to the kitchen. Their journey turned a neglected property into a beautiful home while preserving its history and character.
Tons of fish die in Polish canal as toxic algae bloom spreads alarm
Dead fish have been removed from Poland's Gliwice Canal after a toxic algae bloom. This event mirrors the devastating 2022 ecological disaster in the Oder River system. Authorities are monitoring the affected waters to prevent further spread of the harmful organism. Elevated salinity and warm temperatures create conditions for golden algae to flourish. Scientists warn climate change may increa...
Researchers develop 3D-printed replacements for missing pottery parts, embed sensors in them
Researchers at Koc University have developed a method that uses photogrammetry, 3D printing and embedded sensors to repair damaged ancient pottery. The customised 3D-printed sections can replace missing parts while monitoring temperature, humidity, pH and physical stress. Tested on maritime amphorae from Türkiye and Italy, the approach could help conservators track changes and support long-term pr...
A black hole keeps tearing pieces off the same star, yet the star survives and comes back again
Astronomers have made fascinating observations of stars that are caught in a gravitational dance with supermassive black holes. As these stars approach, they lose material in a series of light bursts that fade over time. New research indicates that the stars' rapid initial spin is key to this phenomenon, as it limits excessive rotation during subsequent encounters with the black holes.
Arthur creator Marc Brown sells Martha’s Vineyard home for $6.4 million after 37 years
Marc Brown, the creator of Arthur, along with his wife, has sold their beloved Martha's Vineyard estate for a substantial $6.4 million. This historic property, meticulously restored over thirty-seven years, was a sanctuary for Brown's creativity, where he penned half the Arthur books. With this sale, they conclude a significant chapter in their lives and have already acquired a new home in New Yor...
In 1998, Costa Rica spread 12,000 tonnes of orange waste; 16 years later, forest biomass rose 176%
In 1998, about 12,000 metric tonnes of orange peels and pulp were spread over a degraded pasture in Costa Rica as part of an unusual forest restoration experiment. Sixteen years later, researchers found that the site had developed into a dense forest, with richer soil, greater tree diversity and a 176% increase in aboveground biomass.
Meet Vick Tan: The Minnesota student who turned a teabag into a low-cost arsenic filter
In a groundbreaking initiative, a student has engineered a teabag designed to extract arsenic from polluted water. This clever pouch incorporates eggshells and magnetic iron oxide, successfully removing over ninety-eight percent of arsenic during rigorous laboratory assessments. Researchers are also investigating possibilities for its reuse and economical manufacturing. This innovation represents ...
Cops used electrocution gloves to subdue high school students in Omaha, now the school district and parents are pleading with police to stop
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to acquire electric-shock gloves for $20 million. These devices were recently used on two Omaha high school students by officers. Omaha's superintendent requested the police stop using the gloves in schools. Bellevue police will continue carrying the controversial devices for student safety. Experts and parents criticize the gloves as abusive and in...
Who is Nitro Camden? Twitch streamer turns his life around after being kicked out of home
Nitro Camden went from averaging one Twitch viewer to becoming one of the platform’s most talked-about small creators after a 15,000-viewer raid from StableRonaldo turned into a family confrontation on camera. After being kicked out, Camden received help from Cinna, Adin Ross and other creators. Doja Cat also publicly urged fans to support him. Days later, Camden reached Partner status on both Twi...