US midterm elections 2026: Record diesel prices hit at worst time in key battleground states16 Sep, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Homeowner wins against builder over roof leakage: Telangana RERA cites 5- year liability ruleHomeowner facing water leakage from roof issue wins relief in Telangana RERA as tribunal said builder is liable to fix it since its reporte...
15 Sep, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
What is the ‘Cat in the Hat’ trend? Inside the creepy AI-fuelled phenomenon now triggering US school warnings, police action and arrestsA new trend on social media featuring the Cat in the Hat character has triggered serious police investigations. Initially surfacing in the ...
14 Sep, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Austin weatherized 625 homes for low-income customers in 2021; Austin Energy estimated 687.5 MWh of annual savings after insulation, sealing and AC workAustin Energy's weatherization initiative has made a notable impact on energy efficiency within low-income households. By providing no-cost...
13 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
In 2018, Susan Sarandon bought 45 acres in Vermont for an off-grid solar-and-geothermal home; 5 years later, engineers and staff flagged 47 alleged construction problemsActress Susan Sarandon's dream of an off-grid Vermont estate encountered significant construction problems and a lawsuit. Her company filed...
11 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
In 2016, Sarah Richardson broke ground on an off-grid Ontario country house powered by solar; 9 months later, her family moved into the Starlight FarmSarah Richardson's creation, Starlight Farm, stands as a testament to self-sufficiency. Featuring an innovative off-grid design and solar p...
10 Sep, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
In 1962, Marilyn Monroe bought her only home for $75,000. The Los Angeles house became her final residence and narrowly escaped demolition decades laterMarilyn Monroe's cherished Brentwood residence, threatened with demolition, garnered significant attention from fans and historians advocat...
09 Sep, 2026, 06.03 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
By 2024, over 550,000 Germans had hung solar panels from their balcony railings and plugged them into wall sockets, turning apartments into mini power plants; within a year, installations surged to 1 million as the simple, roughly €500 technology spread among rentersGermany's innovative balcony solar systems provide a hassle-free solution for renters looking to harness solar energy. Designed for easy se...
08 Sep, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Think a money plant always brings wealth? 6 places where you should never keep itMoney plants are popular indoor plants associated with prosperity in Vastu Shastra, but their placement is believed to matter. Vastu guidel...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.03 PM IST
Kumar Mangalam Birla sees room to build a ‘new large challenger’ in India’s Rs 90,000-crore wires and cables market with new ‘Ultravolt’Aditya Birla Group has launched its Ultravolt wires and cables business with a significant investment. The company aims to become a top two...
03 Sep, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
In 2011, Illinois' Algonquin secured $1 million for a Woods Creek watershed plan. 10 years later, 27 projects costing $4.8 million had reduced pollution and improved the watershed for residentsThe Woods Creek watershed in Illinois became the focus of a long-term restoration effort after the Village of Algonquin received more than ...
02 Sep, 2026, 11.25 PM IST
Lawn looking uneven after mowing? Try this lawn mower blade sharpening hack instead of a bench grinder for cleaner cutsA worn-out lawn mower blade can lead to jagged grass and harm the lawn's overall health. Using a tool such as the Orange Ninja to sharpen i...
01 Sep, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Houston lawyer buys $15.5 million, 15,000-sq-ft mansion just to demolish it; plans to donate $4 million worth of luxury materials & turn the land into a garden; here’s whyIn River Oaks, Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee has purchased a mansion to expand his existing property. He has partnered with Habitat for Humani...
31 Aug, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee buys $15.5 million 1708 River Oaks mansion next to his home, but what he plans to do with the luxury property is turning headsHouston trial lawyer Tony Buzbee and his wife, Frances Moody Buzbee, have bought the $15.5 million mansion at 1708 River Oaks Boulevard nex...
29 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Housing society redevelopment: 5 legal checks to make before choosing a builder-led or self-redevelopment projectRevamping aged societies opens the door to fresh residential and commercial opportunities in Mumbai. Choosing between hiring a builder or e...
29 Aug, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed rate hits a three-week high as homebuyer demand weakensMortgage rates have edged higher, reaching their highest point in three weeks. This increase is adding pressure to the already sluggish U.S...
26 Aug, 2026, 10.13 PM IST