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In 1972, Dolly Parton and her husband Carl Dean built a 23-room house in Tennessee to escape fans and tour buses; they spent more than 50 years thereDolly Parton and Carl Dean created Willow Lake Plantation, an expansive 75-acre sanctuary tailored for their privacy. Nestled away from the...- In 1997, US Army began Maryland's oyster restoration partnership in Chesapeake Bay. 24 years later, about 600 acres of new oyster bars had been created across MarylandMaryland partnership formally began with the project cooperation agreement executed in February 1997. Restoration sites eventually included...
- In 1970s, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet W.S. Merwin & his wife Paula bought barren land in Hawaii and turned it into 19-acre forest with 3,000+ palmsW.S. Merwin, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, transformed a barren plot of land in Hawaii into a thriving palm sanctuary. Initially focused o...
- In 1964, a mysterious 27-year-old woman bought abandoned 18-acre island off the coast of Maine & lived there alone; 22 years later, she donated it for a wildlife sanctuaryWitch Island off the coast of Maine has a fascinating history of private ownership and clairvoyance. Once known as Davis Island, it later b...
- For years, a Florida family used their 24,300 acres of land for hunting. In 1989, their decision to part with the ranchland helped save one of America's rarest big catsOnce the prominent Collier family, the biggest private landowners in Florida, used their vast acres of land for hunting and sport. However,...
- Quote of the Day by Jesse Jackson: “Keep hope alive... suffering breeds character, character breeds...” — a powerful life lesson on resilience, civil rights, moral endurance, and personal conviction, and why true character is forged through trial rather than ease by the historic civil rights leader known for his nonviolent activismQuote of the Day by Jesse Jackson: “Keep hope alive. Don’t you surrender! Suffering breeds character, character breeds faith...” Beyond a p...
- A Florida couple bought a 45-acre swamp to save it from development; 15 years later, 275 wood storks were nesting there in a thriving wildlife havenA Florida couple purchased a cypress swamp to protect its wildlife habitat. They actively managed the land, creating a thriving sanctuary f...
- Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't showing off: What this behavior means?Psychology says people who decorate their car's interior with soft toys, cushions, lights and others aren't necessarily trying to attract a...
- King Charles stepping away from the spotlight? Why the monarch is retreating to Balmoral as the royal family's cherished Scottish estate closes to visitorsKing Charles is stepping away from the spotlight for his annual summer break at Balmoral Castle as the royal family's cherished Scottish re...
- Teak wood carvings, Chettinad columns, Karaikudi tiles: Kerala's coastal cottages inspired this 3,000 sq ft home in PuneMonica Gaur’s Pune home takes cues from Kerala’s traditional coastal cottages. The spacious design prioritises shared spaces and allows amp...
- Trehan IRIS to invest Rs 1,300 cr to develop wellness focused luxury residential project in GurugramTrehan IRIS commits Rs 1,300 crore for Omara, a new luxury residential project. This development focuses on wellness and is located in Guru...
- In 1930, former Maine governor Percival Baxter began buying land around Mount Katahdin; 32 years later, he had donated about 201,000 acres and left millions to keep them wildPercival Baxter, a wealthy Mainer, dedicated his life to protecting Mount Katahdin. He spent his inheritance buying and donating land for c...
- French proverb of the day: ‘To live happily, live hidden’ - A timeless wisdom on embracing privacy to protect your peaceTrue happiness thrives away from public attention and constant validation. Today's French proverb of the day advises living hidden to prote...
- 130-ft Buddha statue, Kanchenjunga views, sprawling tea estates: Just 60 km from Gangtok, this offbeat destination promises a peaceful escapeRavangla, located about 60 kms away from Gangtok, offers a peaceful escape in South Sikkim's northeastern peaks. This sanctuary provides st...
- No roads, only boat rides: India's 'Little Amazon' hides ancient rock carvings and dense forests. Travellers can enjoy a magical experience where every turn feels like a page from historyChabimura in Tripura offers a unique river cruise experience. Ancient rock carvings adorn sheer cliff walls overlooking the Gomati River. T...
- ‘Harmony of the wild’: IAS officer marvels at elephant's chance encounter with deer herd. Just 240 km from Bengaluru, this lush tiger reserve promises an unforgettable wildlife escapeA heartwarming video from Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, shared by IAS officer Supriya Sahu, captured a rare, peaceful encounter between a majest...
- Tata Sierra EV launched at Rs 18.79 lakh with QWD, fast charging, lifetime battery warranty and moreTata Sierra EV launched: Tata Motors has launched the Sierra EV in India, bringing quad wheel drive, a triple-screen cabin, six terrain mod...
- Quote of the day by Zayn Malik: ‘Life is funny; things change, people change, but you will always be you. So stay true to yourself and never sacrifice who you are for anyone’ - Former One Direction singer on never losing yourselfSinger Zayn Malik's quote of the day, to 'stay true to yourself' can resonate powerfully with many. In a world of constant change and digit...
- Quote of the Day by Jim Carrey: 'Solitude is dangerous. It’s very addictive...'- Life lessons on solitude, inner peace, emotional boundaries, and protecting your mental well-being by The Truman Show actorJim Carrey's quote highlights the addictive peace of solitude, warning it can lead to avoiding people who drain energy. While restorative, ...
- Blackbuck count doubles in Vallanadu sanctuaryThe recent wildlife census conducted in Vallanadu Blackbuck Sanctuary has some good news for wildlife lovers as the number of blackbucks he...
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