North Carolina used dredged material to rebuild an eroding bird island near Wanchese

New York Times executive fatally shot by elderly in-laws, police say

Jonathan McKinsey's in-laws, who are both 77 years old, face multiple charges including first-degree murder.

In 1964, an Arizona couple began building a carport with discarded bottles; years later...

A couple in Tucson, Arizona, transformed glass bottles into a 2,700-square-foot home over several decades. They used discarded bottles collected from local sources to construct the unique property and create a natural cooling effect. After completion, the house was maintained by an artist who updated essential systems while preserving original features. The property has now been listed for sale, attracting interest from folk art enthusiasts.

First female prime minister named in Morocco after winning elections

Her appointment by the king makes her only the second woman to lead a government in the Arab world.

Trump’s own America.gov chatbot contradicts US president on 2020 polls, climate

Eiffel Tower chief to quit after female staff replaced by men during religious visit

The company that runs the Eiffel Tower said the removal of female staff during the visit earlier this month was "unacceptable".

A Utah man who spent 41 years in jail in a 1985 murder case has been ordered released on bail after...

After spending 41 years on death row for the murder of Eva Olesen, Douglas Stewart Carter is finally released on bail following new DNA evidence proving his innocence. The Utah Supreme Court acknowledged serious police misconduct in the case. Although some family members of the victim have raised concerns regarding his bail, a retrial is set for 2027, with defense lawyers hopeful to have all charges dismissed.

How Russia's ballistic missiles, jet-powered drones have kept Ukraine under pressure

Reports indicate that Russia is intensifying its attacks on Ukraine, targeting key cities with ballistic missiles and drones. As Ukraine grapples with a lack of US-made Patriot missiles, the capability of its air defenses is being severely tested. Ukrainian officials claim that these strikes are a strategic move by Russia to weaken their defense.

575+ Nevada volunteers removed 120,125 pounds of waste across 26 Truckee River sites in one day

On September 26, over 575 passionate volunteers dedicated their time to a significant cleanup effort in Nevada's Truckee River watershed. Their hard work resulted in the removal of an astounding 120,125 pounds of waste, which included both litter and invasive weeds. This collaborative initiative also focused on planting vegetation and enhancing storm drains, all aimed at safeguarding the local ecosystem.

Taylor Swift’s former Beverly Hills estate where she wrote ‘1989’ listed for $7.995M after renovations

Taylor Swift’s former Beverly Hills estate, where she wrote her hit album 1989, is back on the market for $7.995 million. The 1.5-acre Pillsbury Estate features a main residence, guest house, four bedrooms, five bathrooms, mature oak trees, a pickleball court and an eight-car motor court following extensive renovations by its current owners.

In 2002, a 3.5km sea wall was breached in five places at a 283-hectare Essex arable farm

In October 2002, a sea wall breach in Essex transformed farmland into a coastal wetland, increasing saltmarsh areas. This project, supported by various environmental organizations, aimed to restore natural habitats and manage coastal erosion. Marine life flourished, and biodiversity increased rapidly in the newly flooded areas after the breach. Traditional farming on higher land continued alongside saltmarsh restoration, contributing to sustainable agriculture.

Burnham's big reset: UK PM vows new social contract, closer EU ties

Spain announces ban on evictions after protests over 87-year-old woman's removal from flat

The ban is part of a number of proposals that must be approved in parliament within 30 days.