In 2000, Pierce Brosnan bought two Malibu lots and demolished the existing house; about a decade later, his 13,000-sq-ft “Orchid House” had solar panels and its own water-recycling plantPierce Brosnan's stunning Malibu estate, known as Orchid House, is a model of eco-conscious design, featuring impressive systems for water ...
12 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
In 2008, Reese Witherspoon bought a 7-acre Ojai ranch for $5.8 million; 6 years later, the property sold for $4.98 million with pastureland, mature oaks and stables thereReese Witherspoon’s former Libbey Ranch in Ojai was a seven-acre property combining historic architecture with extensive grounds and multip...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Oprah Winfrey bought a Montecito estate from Jeff Bridges for $6.85 million; six years later she sold it to Adam Levine for $17.3 millionOprah Winfrey has successfully sold a stunning Montecito estate parcel for $17.3 million, with the new owners being Adam Levine and Behati ...
11 Sep, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
Quote of the day by Al Pacino: 'When you do it long enough, you want to keep yourself open. You can’t let your skin get too thick.' The Godfather actor’s lesson on overcoming failure and vulnerabilityAl Pacino emphasises the importance of embracing vulnerability as we navigate through life's ups and downs. He argues that becoming emotion...
11 Sep, 2026, 04.58 PM IST
In 2013, Robert Downey Jr. commissioned Nicolò Bini to create a Malibu Binishell with thin-shell concrete; nine years later, the 6,500-sq-ft home was completedRobert Downey Jr.'s unique guest house took nine years to complete. This unusual structure utilized a Binishell technique involving inflate...
11 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
In 2007, Julia Roberts built a solar-powered Malibu home using recycled materials and sustainable wood. 19 years later, her eco-friendly choices still shape how she livesJulia Roberts's journey into motherhood has heightened her awareness of environmental concerns. She envisioned an eco-conscious dwelling eq...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.14 AM IST
In 2005, Ricky Schroder bought a 30-acre Topanga ranch with organic gardens and orchards; 14 years later, the estate sold for $9.3 million after a long family stay thereActor Ricky Schroder and his wife, designer-entrepreneur Andrea Schroder, have sold their longtime Topanga ranch for $9.3 million, records ...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Ellen DeGeneres has generated roughly $200 million from buying and selling 50 luxury homes in two decades; her biggest deal produced a $26 million gainEllen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have strategically amassed considerable wealth, primarily through their impressive real estate ventures...
10 Sep, 2026, 03.49 PM IST
In 1999, James Cameron bought a 102-acre Gaviota Coast ranch for $4.375 million and made it an off-grid property with solar and wind power; 24 years later, he listed it for $33 millionFilmmaker James Cameron has put his magnificent California ranch on the market for thirty-three million dollars. This estate has been a che...
09 Sep, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
Oklahoma Bitcoin mining data center leaks 3 million gallons of water, forcing schools, businesses and government offices to close despite 2023 Stop Work OrderIn Oklahoma, a bitcoin mining data center is at the centre of a controversy after it leaked 3 million gallons of water despite 2023 Stop Wo...
08 Sep, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
In 1987, 'Funny Girl' Barbra Streisand tried to sell her 17,000-sq-ft Malibu estate but failed; six years later, she gave away the $15 million property for environmental researchBarbra Streisand spent six years trying to sell her sprawling 17,000-sq-ft Ramirez Canyon estate in Malibu, but after the asking price fell...
08 Sep, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
In 2020, Pamela Anderson left Hollywood and sold her California home to live on her grandmother’s 7-acre property. Now, grows vegetables and shares to churches and charitiesAfter spending years in the glitz of Hollywood, Pamela Anderson has returned to her Vancouver Island home, seeking tranquillity and a fresh...
07 Sep, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Boston entrepreneur spent $19.125 million assembling a 31.59-acre Martha’s Vineyard estate with an 8,994-square-foot home; in 2026, it fetched a record $43 millionAn extraordinary Martha's Vineyard estate has sold for a record $43 million, setting a new real estate record for the Massachusetts island ...
04 Sep, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
Don’t throw away your banana peels: This simple banana peel and water trick could give your plants a natural nutrient boostBanana peel, when diluted in water, contains a high concentration of minerals that plants require for optimal development. Likewise, this m...
04 Sep, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
In 1994, Jack Nicholson donated 60 acres that could have become four homes, preserving Los Angeles wildlife habitatIn 1994, legendary actor Jack Nicholson donated 60 acres of undeveloped land in Coldwater Canyon to the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy....
04 Sep, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Jack Daniel's maker misses sales estimates on weak consumer spendingBrown-Forman's first-quarter sales fell short of expectations, yet the company reaffirmed its annual financial goals. Economic worries from...
02 Sep, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
Quote of the day by Jack Nicholson: 'It’s very easy to go down, so always live up. Incline yourself upward.' Life lessons from inspirational quote on negativity, bad habits, personal growth, destructive behavior and positive actionsQuote of the day by Jack Nicholson says, “It’s very easy to go down, so always live up. Incline yourself upward.” The quote explains why ne...
01 Sep, 2026, 09.57 PM IST