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127-year-old Victorian home hides a mystery: Illinois couple discovers mysterious, unopened letter dating back to 1914During the renovation of their historic 127-year-old Victorian house in Illinois, a couple stumbled upon a hidden gem: an unopened letter f...- Roland Mesnier: Born in France, moved to the US after marriage and child birth, served as the White House chef for five presidents and his famous gingerbreadsRoland Mesnier served as the White House executive pastry chef for 27 years. HE prepared intricate desserts for formal events with an signi...
- Shekhar Suman’s 12,000 sq feet Victorian-style sea-facing Mumbai penthouse has 10 balconies, European architecture and a smart-screen refrigeratorShekhar Suman has an impressive four-storey penthouse in Mumbai, which features Victorian-style interiors and beautiful sea views. The pent...
- Architect fights to save India's past, built on 'stone, tears and sweat'For over thirty years, Abha Narain Lambah has dedicated her life to preserving India’s rich cultural heritage, focusing on ancient temples ...
- Zaha Hadid Foundation turns architect’s former London headquarters into new arts venueThe Zaha Hadid Foundation is getting ready to open a public arts venue at the architect’s former studio in London’s Clerkenwell area. The G...
- Inside Kangana Ranaut’s Manali mansion: 7 bedrooms, a glass conservatory for mountain views, vintage temple and Himachali-inspired luxuryKangana Ranaut’s Manali mansion blends Himachali tradition with vintage and contemporary luxury. Spread across 7,600 sq ft, the home featur...
- Trophy wall, 7 bedrooms, geometric-designed bar: Inside Ayushmann Khurrana’s Rs 19 crore Mumbai apartmentIn the heart of Mumbai, Ayushmann Khurrana resides in a stunning 4000 sqft apartment that beautifully merges elegance and fun. The bright, ...
- In 1906, diver William Walker began working in darkness beneath a sinking English cathedral; by 1911, his underwater work had helped save the building from collapseMore than a century later, William Walker’s story remains compelling because his greatest contribution to Winchester Cathedral is almost in...
- In 1977, Jack Nicholson bought a 70-acre Malibu ranch; decades later, the property sold for $3.5 million, with trails and equestrian facilities and a poolJack Nicholson has been associated with several distinctive properties, including an expansive Malibu Beach ranch and a historic Victorian ...
- She feared the dead would find her: A woman built a mansion with doors to nowhere and stairs to ceilings. The terrifying story behind San Jose’s Winchester Mystery HouseFor nearly 40 years, Sarah Winchester kept expanding a bizarre mansion in San Jose, California, filled with doors that lead nowhere, strang...
- In 1884, a widow began building a 160-room California mansion for decades. The reason behind endless construction is terrifyingSarah Winchester built a sprawling mansion after family tragedies and spiritual advice. She continuously constructed the house for decades,...
- Delhi’s 1,459 heritage assets face ‘severe threat’, master plan calls for stronger conservationDelhi's Master Plan 2047 identifies 1,459 heritage assets facing significant threats. The plan emphasizes enhanced conservation and regular...
- Quote of the Day by William Butler Yeats: “Life is a journey up a spiral staircase; as we grow older we cover the ground covered...” — Timeless lessons on aging, self-growth, resilience, wisdom, change, acceptance, and why repeating old paths can reveal how far we have truly come from the Nobel prize-winning Irish poetQuote of the Day by William Butler Yeats: W. B. Yeats famous quote, “life is a journey up a spiral staircase” offers a powerful lesson abou...
- Kangana Ranaut's Rs 30 crore Manali mansion has eight mountain-view bedrooms and a rooftop glass conservatory; here's a look inside her Himalayan homeKangana Ranaut's Manali mansion, reportedly acquired for Rs 30 crore, sits 2,000 metres above sea level in the Himalayas and features eight...
- Kangana Ranaut's Rs 30 crore Manali home is built with river stone, wood and local slates. It celebrates traditional Himachali architectureKangana Ranaut's new Manali home showcases traditional Himachali architecture and local craftsmanship. The property uses river stones, slat...
- T&T’s Atlas records ₹300 crore in early sales in Raj Nagar ExtensionAtlas by T&T Group has achieved remarkable success in Raj Nagar Extension, recording ₹300 crore in sales shortly after its launch. The proj...
- Liverpool 'Beatles pub' gets top architectural listingIt's a Liverpool institution that was a favourite hangout of The Beatles. Now, the Philharmonic Dining Rooms has become the first Victorian...
- Swati Piramal and Neerja Birla collaborate for the Piramal Art Foundation's next exhibitPower ladies of the business world — Swati Piramal and Neerja Birla will join forces for the Piramal Art Foundation's next exhibit.
- Cathedrals of Peterborough & Leicester are hidden gems of unique architectureSome of the show-stoppers worthy of a visit are Salisbury Cathedral, Canterbury Cathedral and Winchester Cathedral.
- Mumbai gets its first Hermes storeThe luxury French brand was to come to the city in early 2011, but the store launch was pushed back because "permissions were not secured i...
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