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Meet Jeanette Vizguerra, the Mexican immigrant who defied ICE, found church sanctuary, made Time’s 100 Most Influential People list and won the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights AwardJeanette Vizguerra arrived in the US from Mexico in 1997 and went on to become a prominent immigrant rights activist in Colorado. Her decad...
Bill Gates’ $132 million Xanadu 2.0 was meant to use rare old-growth timber, but a tiny owl changed his mansion plans and led him to use reclaimed wood insteadBill Gates’ $132 million Xanadu 2.0 was originally planned with high-quality old-growth timber, but concerns over the threatened northern s...
17-year-old British carpentry apprentice began building a small 12.5-sq-m trailer home from reclaimed materials; within three years, he owned it debt-free after spending just £6,000A Bristol carpentry apprentice built a 12.5 square metre tiny home on a donated trailer using reclaimed materials, achieving full debt free...
Jessica Alba turned her Hollywood Hills home “totally green” with salvaged furniture, eco turf, and low-impact materials; the designer later called her the “greenest” celebrity clienty clientJessica Alba has beautifully remodeled her Hollywood Hills residence, emphasizing sustainability and family values. By integrating reclaime...
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis moved into their LA farmhouse months before COVID; after 5 years of construction, its solar system now powers the entire propertyAshton Kutcher and Mila Kunis dedicated five years to meticulously designing their six-acre farmhouse in Los Angeles. Working alongside arc...
In 2012, Kevin McCloud built a tiny woodland home from salvaged materials; a year later, he moved and upgraded it on a Somerset cliff using waste-powered electricityBritish designer Kevin McCloud has crafted an off-grid cabin utilizing salvaged materials, long before the tiny home trend gained traction....
In 2013, Queen guitarist Brian May began turning 157 acres of Dorset farmland into woodland; 9 years later, its trees and wildflower meadows were attracting more birds and small mammalsBrian May initiated a woodland and wildlife reserve project in Dorset. He planted the first tree in September 2013, aiming for 100,000 tree...
2-storey closet, stone staircase, rose garden: Inside Kylie Jenner’s $15 million, 5-acre ‘dream Italian home’ in CaliforniaKylie Jenner has revealed her expansive Hidden Hills estate, which has been under construction for six years. This Italian-inspired retreat...
In the 1830s, America imported autumn olives from eastern Asia to stop erosion and reclaim mines; now the plant infests much of the United StatesAutumn olive, introduced from Asia, was used for erosion control and land restoration. This shrub's nitrogen-fixing ability and rapid growt...
Ryan Seacrest sells sprawling 40-acre Napa Valley estate for $18.5 million after $22 million listing. American Idol host’s lavish retreat featured an infinity pool, olive grove and 10,750-square-foot homeRyan Seacrest has sold his sprawling 40-acre Napa Valley estate in St. Helena for $18.5 million after initially listing it for $22 million....
Decoding gold rally: Why yellow metal surged 15% in one month and should bullion be in your portfolio?Gold has staged a sharp 15% rally in August after a volatile start to the year, supported by renewed ETF inflows, strong central-bank buyin...
Quote of the day by Haruki Murakami: ‘What lasts, lasts; what doesn't, doesn't. Time solves most things. And what time can't solve…’ - A timeless life lesson on letting go of what you can’t control by the award-winning Japanese writerHaruki Murakami quote of the day: Haruki Murakami’s quote underscores the importance of yielding to life’s natural rhythm and letting go of...
Psychology says hardworking women often use these 8 phrases that are unfairly labeled as 'rude'As organizations invest in inclusive leadership and psychological safety, many are recognizing that direct communication isn't a flaw, it's...
An investment Dia Mirza made at age of 19 has turned into a goldmine. Actress shares her property and mutual fund mantra: 'Don't buy when the market is...'Actor and environmental activist Dia Mirza's Pali Hill apartment in Mumbai is more than just a celebrity residence. Purchased when she was ...
Cathie Wood declares Bitcoin’s 4-year cycle dead, says institutional money will send BTC verticalCathie Wood of ARK Invest says the old 4-year Bitcoin cycle is finished. She believes institutional investors will bring big money, less vo...
Taylor Swift turns up the heat with “Wood,” a track inspired by Travis KelceTaylor Swift has once again set the internet on fire with her bold new track “Wood” from her upcoming album The Life of a Showgirl. The pla...
Five ways to transform your office into a greener, eco-friendly workspaceCreating an eco-friendly office environment is crucial as we spend a significant part of our lives at work. Sustainable office furniture ma...
IHGF Delhi fair: 3,000 exhibitors, 100 plus buyer countries likely to participateBuyers from companies and departmental stores who have already confirmed their visit to the show include Flamant from Belgium, Canada’s Gib...
Planning an office for your startup? Here are the top 5 commercial design trends that will rule 2020As we look forward to 2020 and a whole new decade, these design trends are expected to create maximum impact on future workspace in India.
The metamorphosis of wetlandsEven as more wetland and coastal areas are reclaimed in the name of development, palaeontologists have excavated evidence of evergreen fore...