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In 1927, John D Rockefeller Jr secretly used a shell company to buy over 35,000 Wyoming acres for $1.4 million; NPS says acquiring the same amount of Jackson Hole land today would cost over $1 billion

In 1927, John D. Rockefeller Jr. quietly began buying large areas of land in Wyoming’s Jackson Hole through the Snake River Land Company. The company concealed Rockefeller’s involvement and eventually acquired more than 35,000 acres for $1.4 million. The land was later donated to the US government and became part…

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In 1934, an Arizona couple began married life in a roofless pueblo with snakes and scorpions. 11 years later, their story took an unexpected turn

A honeymoon is usually associated with hotels, beaches or at least a room with four walls. For Sallie and Jim Brewer, it was something quite different. In 1934, the newly married Arizona couple arrived at Wupatki National Monument, where their temporary home was part of an ancient pueblo. The building…

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In 1917, a South Dakota schoolteacher became America's first woman park ranger after being hired to guide visitors through a cave

In 1920, Isabel Bassett Wasson blazed a trail as one of the first female park rangers, earning the admiration of officials with her exceptional skills in communication and knowledge. Alongside her, Mary J. Sullivan and Marguerite Lindsley took on significant roles, reshaping the ranger's responsibilities and leaving a lasting impact…

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At 20, Finnish immigrant Maggie Walz arrived in Michigan with just $7; in 1903 she claimed 160 acres on a Lake Huron island and the colony she founded grew to five settlements with around 1,000 people

Born Margareeta Johanna Konttra Niiranen in Tornio, Finland, in 1861, Maggie Walz came to the United States at the age of 20 with almost nothing, just $7 in her pocket and a determination to build a new life. According to the National Park Service (NPS), Walz arrived in Michigan’s Upper…

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In 1940, the Walker sisters sold their 122-acre Tennessee homestead for $4,750; a lifetime lease let them keep living there inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Deep in the heart of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where mist clings to the ridges and the forest hums with life, stands a quiet log cabin. It is the home of the Walker sisters, six unmarried women who refused to leave their mountain home, even as the world changed…

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Reflecting Pool's botched repairs threaten to tarnish the National Park Service's reputation

President Donald Trump's handling of repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has put the National Park Service in a difficult spot

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NPS choices for NRIs explained: Can NRIs invest in Tier II NPS accounts? Check rules and investment options

For Non-Resident Indians, establishing a retirement corpus back home is simplified with the National Pension System. NRIs can open a Tier-I account, the essential foundation for retirement savings. Contributions are permitted from NRE and NRO accounts, facilitating smooth repatriation. Subscribers enjoy a range of investment choices, spanning equity, corporate bonds,…

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In 1977, California removed the last herbivores from San Miguel Island after years of overgrazing. Decades later, the barren landscape produced a stunning ecological comeback, transforming into an island covered with native vegetation

San Miguel Island tells a powerful conservation story. Once called a “barren lump of sand,” the 9,500-acre California island suffered more than a century of sheep grazing and erosion. By 1966, the last 148 sheep were removed. Feral burros followed in 1977. Since then, native plants have spread across the…

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Charges against David Hearn were dropped days ago. But Trump says a National Park Service employee saw him ‘violently’ vandalize the pool

The President continues to push back against the DOJ’s decision.

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D.C. Circuit Upholds Injunction Against Trump's Ballroom

The Constitution assigns control of federal property to Congress, which never approved the president's demolition and replacement of the East Wing.

Reason

No proposal under consideration for restoration of Old Pension Scheme: MoS for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary

The government has no plans to restore the Old Pension Scheme due to its fiscal unsustainability. Several state governments have requested a reversion from the National Pension System to the Old Pension Scheme. The Unified Pension Scheme offers an inflation-linked defined benefit option for central government employees. This new scheme…

The Economic Times

In the late 1950s, a congressman used a remote California ranch as his conservation base; his work helped protect more than 70,000 acres as Point Reyes National Seashore

In an effort to safeguard the stunning Point Reyes Peninsula, Congressman Clem Miller aimed to designate it as a national seashore. Faced with alarming development proposals that threatened the area's pristine landscape, Miller successfully led a campaign that resulted in federal protection for its untouched coastline. By 1962, the Point…

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NPS for NRIs: Who can invest, tax benefits, eligibility, withdrawal rules explained

Non-Resident Indians have the opportunity to secure their retirement through investment in the National Pension System (NPS). This program provides considerable tax advantages as per the Indian Income Tax Act, allowing annual contributions to be deducted up to two lakh rupees. While withdrawals made after the age of sixty are…

The Economic Times

In 2011, Mount Rainier used helicopters to transport thousands of native plants into trampled meadows; more than 90% of about 85,000 plantings survived

Mount Rainier's subalpine meadows faced damage from visitor foot traffic over decades. Helicopters transported thousands of native plants to remote restoration sites. This intensive effort aimed to repair fragile landscapes and exposed soil. Over ninety percent of the replanted vegetation survived the harsh conditions. Lasting recovery depends on preventing further…

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Dropped Cases Against Alleged Reflecting Pool Vandals Followed a Rush to Judgment

Trump still seems to think the question of individual guilt or innocence is irrelevant.

The Economic Times

Unified Pension Scheme attracted just 4% of NPS subscribers: Government

The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has received limited response from central government employees, with only 1.18 lakh workers opting for it by July 19, accounting for 4.3% of NPS subscribers. Introduced in April 2025 after demands for assured pensions, UPS offers a 50% pension guarantee, gratuity benefits and minimum monthly…

The Independent UK

National Park Service concludes Trump’s arch is so big that it would intrude on other DC landmarks

One critic argued the design is intended to ‘dominate’ the surrounding landscape of monuments and memorials

The Times of India

In 1928, Minerva Hoyt sent a California desert exhibition across America; eight years later, Roosevelt protected Joshua Tree from mining and plant collectors

Minerva Hamilton Hoyt championed desert conservation against development and collectors. Her exhibitions challenged public perceptions of barren desert landscapes. Hoyt's advocacy led to President Franklin D. Roosevelt establishing Joshua Tree National Monument. This protected over 825,000 acres of vital Mojave and Colorado desert ecosystems. Millions now visit this protected area…

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In 1778, Captain James Cook’s crew released goats in Hawaii as a future food source; their descendants damaged native plants and worsened erosion

Captain Cook introduced goats to Hawaii in 1778, which then proliferated rapidly. These animals severely damaged native plants and altered island landscapes over time. Centuries of hunting proved largely ineffective against the growing goat populations. Fencing and innovative strategies like using collared goats eventually helped control the herds. This historical…

The Independent UK

Trump orders warning signs outside Smithsonian to claim national museum ‘does not present American history’

The signs will be installed by the National Parks Service along sidewalks and walkways near the museum

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission: On demand of Old Pension Scheme by various employee bodies, government says this in Parliament

8th Pay Commission latest news: Central government employee bodies are demanding the Old Pension Scheme's restoration from the 8th Pay Commission. However, the government has stated no such proposal is currently under consideration. Employee unions argue the New Pension Scheme offers insufficient retirement security for many workers. They advocate for…

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‘Our nation depends on our men and women who fight on the front lines’: Nvidia donates DGX GB300 AI supercomputer to US Naval Postgraduate School to train AI leaders, run high-fidelity simulations, and create naval digital twin environments

The supercomputer will now be used across a range of applications, from simulations and digital twins, to weather prediction and cybersecurity

The Economic Times

Nvidia donates supercomputer to US military university

The NPS is operated by the US Navy and offers masters and doctoral degrees in fields such as computer science and aerospace engineering, among others, ‌with an emphasis ⁠on ⁠their applications in warfare. Nvidia donated a system based on its GB300 "Grace Blackwell" servers, its most advanced AI computers, to…

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New tax regime: Save up to Rs 65,500 in tax through your employer's NPS contribution; here's how to claim it

Section 80CCD(2) provides a tax deduction for employer contributions to NPS. This benefit remains available under the new tax regime for salaried individuals. Private sector employees switching to the new regime find this deduction particularly attractive. Employer contributions lower taxable income and build retirement savings simultaneously.

The Economic Times

Is your employer delaying deposit into your NPS? Know how it can impact you

Government departments must remit employee NPS contributions promptly to PFRDA. Delays in crediting NPS contributions will incur interest charges for employees. This interest will match the Public Provident Fund rate applicable at that time. Officials causing administrative delays face liability for pecuniary losses to the government. Departments must report actions…

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