In 2016, Gwyneth Paltrow bought 2.4 acres in Montecito for $4.9 million and rebuilt from scratch; 6 years later, her 14,000-square-foot solar-powered home used graywater systemGwyneth Paltrow built a large estate in Montecito during a severe California drought. Her new home incorporated solar panels and a graywate...
12 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Max Thieriot’s 90-acre California ranch is far from a typical celebrity home with a working Pinot Noir vineyard, ocean views and rolling land where his family built a wine legacyIn 2013, actor Max Thieriot and his wife purchased a sprawling 90-acre ranch in Sonoma County. They dedicated nine acres of this beautiful ...
12 Sep, 2026, 05.10 PM 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
Jeff Bezos, world's third richest man, received $244,000 jet tax bill as LA County used a secret tracking system to catch wealthy aircraft ownersAmazon founder Jeff Bezos, who sits on a fortune of $263 billion as the third-richest man on the planet, was served notice by the Los Angel...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
In 2012, Jason Mraz began farming 5 acres in California with organic practices. 14 years later, his family farm had grown thousands of trees while promoting regenerative agricultureSinger Jason Mraz has beautifully transformed his San Diego orchard into a thriving regenerative avocado farm. Since acquiring the property...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.54 PM IST
In 1850, California became 31st state of United States, more than 170 years later home to Hollywood poses strict challenge to Donald Trump, becomes key US House race to watch in midterm elections 2026California’s proposed admission immediately became part of the national debate over slavery. The territory sought admission as a free state...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
In 2015, Olivia Newton-John bought a 12-acre Santa Ynez ranch for $4.69 million; 4 years later, the riverfront estate was listed for $5.4 million with a barn and pastureIn 2015, Olivia Newton-John bought a 12-acre ranch in Santa Ynez for $4.69 million. The peaceful riverfront estate offered plenty of open s...
10 Sep, 2026, 05.45 PM IST
Is China behind California’s 2017 catastrophic rain? New study finds a surprising 'climate teleconnection' linking the Rocky Mountains and Tibetan PlateauIs China behind California’s 2017 catastrophic rain? Recent studies indicate that unusually warm temperatures on the Tibetan Plateau have a...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.21 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
Quote of the day by James Dean: “I think the one thing we all want is to be accepted for what....” — Life lesson from an inspiring quote by the legendary Hollywood icon on self-acceptance, confidence, individuality, relationships and why being yourself can matter more than winning everyone’s approvalQuote of the day by James Dean explores the quiet struggle between being yourself and being accepted by others. His words touch on rejectio...
09 Sep, 2026, 04.56 PM IST
In 2012, Robin Williams listed his 640-acre Napa estate for $35 million. It finally got sold for $18.1 million - two years after his deathRobin Williams once owned a nearly 20,000-square-foot mountain mansion surrounded by 640 acres of vineyards, olive trees, trails and luxury...
08 Sep, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 1984 classic once had a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score; 42 years later, it is still among the best sci-fi filmsThe Terminator film remains a significant science-fiction landmark after forty-two years. This James Cameron directed movie launched Arnold...
03 Sep, 2026, 09.40 PM IST
California Governor Gavin Newsom lists his $7.5 million Sacramento-area mansion: Inside the 8.2-acre Fair Oaks estate with 7 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, tennis court and 5,000-bottle wine cellarCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom has listed his sprawling 8.2-acre Fair Oaks mansion for $7.5 million, months before his second term ends i...
03 Sep, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
Dolly Parton’s Home being sold for $1.995 million: Inside her former California cottage with 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a glamorous wig room, hidden security features and rare personal touchesDolly Parton's enchanting California cottage, available for $1.995 million, was her cherished weekend getaway for ten years. This unique pr...
03 Sep, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
In 1940s, This Hollywood star bought over 500 acres in California; decades later, 417 acres were saved for wildlifeOnce the sprawling California ranch of actor James Cagney, this land has been transformed into a crucial conservation area. The Cagney brot...
02 Sep, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Clint Eastwood sold 280 acres of his California coastal property for $3.08 million in 1995 — The surprising conservation deal that helped keep Carmel land undevelopedClint Eastwood’s 1995 sale of roughly 280 acres of his California coastal property to Monterey County for $3.08 million became an important...
02 Sep, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
James Cagney and brother bought California grassland in the 1940s; after parts were sold, six decades later the remaining 417 acres became a wildlife havenHollywood actor James Cagney and his brother William once owned hundreds of acres near Ramona, California. Decades later, 417 acres of the ...
31 Aug, 2026, 03.27 PM IST