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Billie Eilish Branded a 'Hypocrite' After Officiating Brother's Wedding on Historic Stolen Land

Billie Eilish faces criticism for officiating her brother's wedding on land formerly inhabited by Native Americans, sparking backlash due to her previous comments against ICE at the Grammys.

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Dad Accused of Incest and Hiding Daughter After Her Alleged Newborn Found Dead Along a California Roadside

A newborn was found dead in Monterey County, California. The father, Sergio Galvez Perez, faces incest charges, while the 14-year-old mother is wanted for murder.

International Business Times UK

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's UK Return Is Not the 'Power Move' They Thought, Royal Commentator Says

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are back in Britain, but royal commentator Kinsey Schofield questions whether their return carries the influence or strategic weight some observers may assume it does.

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A former eBay CEO bought a 1,530-acre California fishing ranch for $12.6 million; seven years later, she sold it for $17.9 million

Meg Whitman, the former chief executive of eBay, has sold her vast California fishing ranch for $17.9 million, marking the latest chapter in the history of a property that she and her husband bought seven years earlier for about $12.6 million. The 1,530-acre ‘Spring Creek Ranch’ sits in the Fall…

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In 1905, a copper strike turned Greenwater in Death Valley into a town of 2,000; by 1909, its mines had closed without making a profit, and no ruins remain today

In the early 1900s, the California desert town of Greenwater emerged almost overnight as copper was unearthed in 1905, drawing prospectors and a wave of hopeful investors. Yet, as water shortages plagued the town and the copper promised never arrived, the excitement faded, leading to a drastic decline by 1909.…

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California Dad Allegedly Assaulted 14-Year-Old Daughter Before Their Newborn Baby Was Found Dead on Remote Road

Authorities are searching for a father and his teenage daughter after a newborn was found dead in Monterey County. The case involves serious allegations, including incest and child endangerment.

International Business Times UK

In 1905, William Kent bought 611 acres of California redwoods; he later donated 298 acres, helping protect the forest and create Muir Woods National Monument

In 1905, William Kent bought redwood forest land to safeguard it from loggers. However, when a water company proposed constructing a reservoir that endangered the forest, he took action. In 1907, Kent donated nearly 300 acres to the federal government, leading President Theodore Roosevelt to establish Muir Woods National Monument,…

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In 2000, California packed 6,627 tons of shredded tires beneath Dixon Landing Road; the lightweight fill saved an estimated $477,000

In Milpitas, California, an innovative on-ramp has been constructed using shredded tires as a lightweight fill material. This eco-friendly approach effectively tackled the issue of unstable bay mud, curbing excessive structural settlement and minimizing construction expenses. Additionally, it alleviates the growing challenge of illegal tire disposal in the state, serving…

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Before he became Dirty Harry, Clint Eastwood faced Hollywood rejection, worked blue-collar jobs and survived a near-disaster at sea

Clint Eastwood's early life involved manual labor and military service before Hollywood. He faced early career setbacks but found success on television's Rawhide. Italian Westerns then propelled him to international stardom and creative independence. Dirty Harry solidified his iconic status and led to directing opportunities. Eastwood evolved into an Oscar-winning…

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In 2008, heavy rains caused a 20-foot steel-wall road repair in California to fail; in 2009 crews rebuilt the slope using 330,000 waste tyres and saved $300,000

A California road repair project took an unusual turn after heavy rains caused a previous reconstruction to fail. Instead of using another traditional retaining-wall system, engineers filled the damaged section with hundreds of thousands of discarded vehicle tires. According to CalRecycle, the official website of the State of California, the…

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Clint Eastwood sold 280 acres of his California coastal property for $3.08 million in 1995 — The surprising conservation deal that helped keep Carmel land undeveloped

Clint Eastwood’s 1995 sale of roughly 280 acres of his California coastal property to Monterey County for $3.08 million became an important chapter in Carmel’s conservation history. The Malpaso land was acquired for open-space preservation and placed under permanent conservation protection, preventing future development. Here’s how Eastwood’s property deals became…

The Economic Times

In the 1970s, actor Robert Stack owned California acreage that included a private game preserve; his unusual landholding offered a glimpse into Hollywood's forgotten ranch culture

In the 1970s, while Robert Stack was already a familiar face on American television, the actor owned an unusual piece of California real estate far removed from Hollywood's studio lots and city life. Stack had acreage in the Sacramento area that included a private game preserve and duck club, according…

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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches Starlink satellites to orbit on its 35th flight

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 27 Starlink satellites from California early this morning (Sept. 2). It was the 35th flight for the rocket's first stage.

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“I am still in a bit of disbelief that it happened”: Olivia Rodrigo reflects on the success of her Daisy Chain Fields fest, which saw her duet with Stevie Nicks and Alanis Morissette

Event with all-female bill took place in Irvine, California on Saturday

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'Serial Butt Sniffer' Calese Crowder Held No Bail After Terrorising California Women for Over a Decade

Calese Crowder, a registered sex offender dubbed the 'butt sniffer', was arrested in Glendale, California, for allegedly violating parole. His history of similar incidents has drawn renewed attention.

The Times of India

161-acre California racetrack closes after nearly 90 years of horse racing, now a $175 million plan could turn the site into a major waterfront park with $125 million in state funding

Golden Gate Fields, a 161-acre former racetrack near Berkeley, could be transformed into a major waterfront public park. California lawmakers have proposed $125 million in state funding to help purchase and preserve the site. The plan would connect several existing parks and open spaces, improve public access for pedestrians and…

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Oklahoma officials disagree over who can call a vote on a constitutional convention question

Welcome to the Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, Brew.

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Clint Eastwood bought a 134-acre California artichoke ranch in 1995; he and Margaret Eastwood later donated land that now forms a 128-acre floodplain restoration site

Clint Eastwood's previous artichoke farm is now being transformed into a significant wetland restoration initiative. This remarkable project aims to bolster flood protection for the surrounding communities. With the Eastwoods' generous donation, the area will see restoration of essential riparian and wetland ecosystems, fostering wildlife and promoting a more resilient…

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San Francisco Democrats break with their party over the billionaire tax—and reveal how deeply Prop 40 has split the left

The billionaire tax vote looms in November—and Democrats in California can’t agree on endorsing it.

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Who Is California's 'Serial Butt-Sniffer'? Registered Sex Offender Arrested Over Parole Violation

Calese Crowder, dubbed California's 'Butt Sniffer', was arrested over an alleged parole violation after police investigated reports at two Glendale stores.

The Times of India

In 1995, Clint Eastwood sold a large California property for $3.08 million; the land was placed under permanent conservation protection instead of being developed

In 1995, actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood sold roughly 280 acres of his California coastal property to Monterey County for $3.08 million, helping ensure that a large stretch of scenic land would remain undeveloped. The property, associated with Eastwood’s long-held Malpaso holdings near Carmel Highlands, was divided into five parcels…

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Four California seniors reported scams in just 24 hours; police say cryptocurrency, gift-card and timeshare schemes cost them more than $315,000

Four seniors in Petaluma, California, reported separate scams within 24 hours, with suspected losses totalling more than $315,000. Police said the scams involved cryptocurrency, timeshares and gift cards. The department has warned residents to verify payment requests, ask questions and avoid acting under pressure. Police also urged people to check…

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In the 1980s, Michael Jackson put his 2,700-acre California ranch under an agricultural preservation programme; years later, officials found an amusement park, a zoo and other unapproved developments

Michael Jackson's sprawling Neverland Ranch in California benefited for years from a state agricultural land-preservation programme that reduced its property-tax burden, but the arrangement came under scrutiny after county officials discovered extensive development on parts of the estate. The roughly 2,700-acre ranch in Santa Barbara County included Jackson's home, an…

The Times of India

California lawmakers are moving $125 million toward buying a 162-acre former Bay Area racetrack; the $175 million deal would turn it into a major public waterfront park

California lawmakers are advancing $125 million for a former racetrack purchase. This funding aims to transform the 162-acre property into a public waterfront park. The East Bay Regional Park District would manage the site after its acquisition. Remaining funds are being sought from public and philanthropic sources. Public planning and…

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Federal judge tosses Trump lawsuit over trans athletes in California school sports

Justice department cannot force state to ban trans girls from women’s sports, in major win for LGBTQ+ rights

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