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Most stories will tell you that San Francisco has two octagon homes. Both are pristinely maintained historic landmarks and sometimes even open for tours. But a third, often forgotten eight-sided house sits abandoned among the cypress woods on the cliff tops of Lands End. The unusually shaped home on the hill above the Cliff House was once one of the most important structures in San Francisco. Officially named the Point Lobos Marine Exchange Lookout Station, the building’s sole purpose was to let the city know who was sailing toward the bay. A lookout station existed at Lands End as far back as 1852, when hundreds of vessels filled with gold-fevered crew set sail for the Golden Gate. Initially, the means of communication from the lookout involved a semaphore system wherein raised wooden arms were angled to denote the type of vessel sailing in. The signal would be seen by a second station in the Presidio, and relayed on over the hills to Telegraph Hill, letting the downtown businesses know a ship was approaching, historian John Martini wrote in his 2009 essay. By 1927, when the Octagon House was built just up the hill from a previous lookout station, a telephone and radio system… CONTINUE READING…

Emma was a golden retriever, her coat once a radiant gold, now dulled by the harsh realities of shelter life. Seven years had passed since she’d arrived, a lifetime in the confines of a kennel. Today, her seventh birthday, was a stark reminder of her solitary existence. She remembered the day she was brought in, a young, hopeful dog full of life. But hope, like a balloon, had slowly deflated over time. The familiar scent of disinfectant, the echoing barks of her kennel mates, and the distant hum of the shelter had become her world. She’d watched countless dogs leave the shelter, their tails wagging with excitement as they embarked on new lives. Each departure was a bittersweet reminder of her own unchanging reality. People came and went, their eyes scanning the rows of kennels, searching for something, perhaps a puppy, or a dog that matched a specific image. But never her. She was too old, too ordinary in a world that craved novelty. As the day wore on, a sense of despair washed over her. She curled up in her kennel, her tail tucked between her legs. The world outside, with its promise of freedom and love, seemed a… CONTINUE READING…

On a seemingly ordinary day in April, a horrifying scene unfolded in the serene environment of a wildlife sanctuary in Connecticut. A Good Samaritan, out for a leisurely walk with their own  dog, stumbled upon a heart-wrenching discovery: a terrified, five-year-old canine named Obie, cruelly bound to a tree by his collar. The image of this innocent creature suffering in such a manner is both shocking and infuriating.  Dog Found Collared and Tied to a Tree in Connecticut Seeks a Loving Home A community rallies around Obie The dog walker immediately alerted authorities, and rescue efforts were swiftly initiated. Obie, traumatized and in desperate need of care, was promptly transported to the Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter (TRACS) for medical attention and rehabilitation. The community was outraged by this act of cruelty, and local law enforcement wasted no time in bringing the perpetrator to justice. A 26-year-old woman was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. As news of Obie’s plight spread, a wave of compassion washed over the community. Social media platforms became a hub for updates on the dog’s progress, and people from all walks of life followed his journey with keen interest. From his initial bath, which revealed the extent… CONTINUE READING…

Former ABC News Anchor Tanya Spencer Passes Away at 53 After Battle with Cancer Tanya Spencer, a former anchor for the ABC affiliate WRTV, has passed away at the age of 53 after a courageous battle with colon cancer. Known professionally as Tanya Spencer during her television career, she succumbed to the illness on May 24 at her home. Spencer had a distinguished career in journalism, spending two decades as a TV reporter. She dedicated half of her career to WRTV, where she was both a reporter and host. Her contributions to the field were widely recognized, making her a beloved figure in the Indianapolis community. In her final Facebook post, Spencer shared a poignant message with her friends, emphasizing the importance of time and health as life’s true treasures. Despite her public persona, Spencer was known for valuing her privacy, particularly regarding her health struggles. Spencer leaves behind her husband and a teenage son. Her journey with cancer began with a difficult surgery on November 17, 2022, when she was diagnosed with colon cancer. She revealed in 2015 that she had a rare genetic mutation known as the Kras G12c mutation, which led to the aggressive and rapid growth… CONTINUE READING…

The lifelong friends discussed their true relationship status with Melinda French Gates Oprah Winfrey has finally addressed the enduring rumors regarding her relationship status with fellow broadcaster Gayle King – claiming she understands why some people ‘may think it’. On Wednesday (July 24), Winfrey, 70, and 69-year-old King appeared on Melinda French Gates’ Moments That Make Us series. The candid chat saw the pair discussing their experiences with ageing; lessons they’ve learned throughout their lives and the importance of female friendship. While reflecting on their lifelong bond, Winfrey also had her say on the longstanding rumor that she and the mother-of-two were a couple. Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King have addressed relationship rumors. (Elyse Jankowski/Variety via Getty Images) “I think we’ve shared pretty much everything and I would have to say, it wasn’t even a matter of navigation,” she said during the Youtube interview. “For years, people used to say we were gay, and listen, we were up against that forever. And people still may think it.” CBS Mornings anchor King agreed and continued: “I used to say to Oprah: ‘You gotta do a show on this because it’s hard enough for me to get a date on Saturday night with people thinking… CONTINUE READING…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssANZiXKmbw This is the story of Adam, a brave little puppy who battled for his life and emerged victorious. The Paws Show on YouTube documented Adam’s journey, from the brink of death to a future filled with hope. He continues to struggle for survival in this indifferent world, his eyes unable to open This  dog was abandoned and broken, a fight for every breath Adam’s story begins on a desolate sidewalk. Just a three-month-old puppy, he was found unconscious, his tiny body ravaged by neglect. Starving and critically ill, it’s likely Adam had been abandoned for days. The most agonizing injury – a broken bone – hinted at the suffering he endured. His rescuers rushed him to the hospital, knowing his chances of survival were slim. At the vet, a battery of tests revealed the full extent of the damage. X-rays confirmed the broken back legs, while other scans exposed tick infestation. The outlook was bleak, but the veterinarians refused to give up. They promised to fight for Adam, aiming to get “all four feet” back on the ground. This dog was abandoned and broken, a fight for every breath A grueling surgery and a long road to recovery Adam’s fight continued… CONTINUE READING…

In a tragic turn of events, champion bodybuilder Andre Cavalcanti lost his life in a harrowing car accident in Brazil. The incident occurred on the BR-369 road between Ibiporã and Jataizinho, where Cavalcanti, aged 34, was struck by a 17-year-old driving without a license. The head-on collision resulted in the immediate death of the accomplished athlete. Vitor Dutra, the chief of police in the area, explained that the accident unfolded when the teenager, who had taken the car without his parents’ knowledge, crashed directly into Cavalcanti’s motorcycle. The teenager’s parents were unaware that their son had taken their vehicle for a joyride with two other minors, aged 15 and 17. Following the crash, the teenagers were transported to the hospital to be treated for unspecified injuries. The 17-year-old driver may face adult charges akin to manslaughter due to the gravity of the incident. Adding to the somber news, Eustacio Batista Dias, a 27-year-old Brazilian, was shot and killed while attempting to escape his assailants. The attack occurred during a conversation with another man between workouts, highlighting the dangers and unpredictability that athletes sometimes face outside their sporting endeavors. The deaths of Andre Cavalcanti, Marco Luis, Neil Currey, Rhayara Morais, and… CONTINUE READING…

This is a sad story, but I thought it was important to share. These pictures are from an abandoned estate in France. In the 1980s, the family who lived here was in a horrific car accident that killed everyone except the mother. Her husband and two young children were lost in the accident. The mother’s grief was unbearable and she stayed in this large house by herself for years. She used the walls and scribbled thoughts and poems all throughout the house. One such line in French reads… “Here, I don’t feel loneliness: who knows? Maybe I’m not really alone.” As her mental state declined, she was institutionalized, where she eventually died. Today, everything remains as if a family was still living there. More info: Instagram | bryansansivero.com The exterior This particular house is well-known in France by urban explorers. It has been like this for a long time. I was shown this place by a French explorer who is also my friend. Usually, I find abandoned houses just by driving around certain areas or using Google maps. The dining room, covered with thoughts and poems The woman who survived the accident spent years in the large estate with her mental health declining… CONTINUE READING…

In October 2023, Nick Volkov came across a unique listing for a house and just knew he had to show it to his girlfriend, Jenna Phipps, a 28-year-old content creator. Though the listing included pictures of the exterior only and described the house as a “tear-down,” the 27-year-old program manager tells CNBC Make It that what stood out the most about the property in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, was that it was undervalued, had a water view, and wasn’t a standard modern house. Phipps says she fell in love with the property and knew they had to go see it immediately, but “when we finally got to see the house [in person], we saw it was a lot worse.” “There was a reason they didn’t show photos of the inside,” she says. The property in question is a 2,757-square-foot single-family home built in 1961. It has three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a pool, and 0.30 acres of land. The house had holes in the roof and high levels of moisture throughout from all the water that had come in over the years. Jenna Phipps and Nick Volkov The house was so dilapidated that the realtor had the couple sign a waiver before… CONTINUE READING…

In 2019, I rented a loft in Wheeling, West Virginia. I had just quit my job to work on restoring historic buildings. Between working at the Wheeling National Heritage Area and being welcomed by the town’s tight-knit community, Wheeling quickly felt like home. But I wasn’t planning to buy a house until I saw the 3,075-square-foot McLain House during a walk through the East Wheeling Historic District. I was immediately drawn to its location, an up-and-coming neighborhood full of beautiful architecture. Built in 1892, the house had tons of original detail and came with an enormous side lot. Finding quality masons with experience with historic brick that won’t cost a fortune wasn’t easy. I probably met with a dozen masons, getting quotes ranging from $20,000 to $65,000. Photo: Betsy Sweeny It was perfect, except it wasn’t livable. There had been decades of water infiltration, which led to brick decay and structural issues. But I was ready for the challenge. In May 2020, I purchased the property for $16,500 with the help of a personal loan. Then I secured a $100,000 construction loan and got straight to work.  My living expenses are $1,047 a month, which includes my mortgage payment, property taxes, homeowners insurance and… CONTINUE READING…