Maine island bought by 27-year-old in 1964 later became wildlife sanctuary

Witch Island, previously inhabited by the infamous Anna Chittenden—referred to as the 'Witch of Wall Street'—has transformed into a wildlife sanctuary. After her brief stay, Jane Sewall took on the responsibility of safeguarding the isle from irresponsible tourists. In 1986, Sewall gifted the island to the Maine Audubon Society, which is now overseen by the Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust.

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NHL rumors: Hughes may want shorter deal, Batherson eyes 8 years

Minnesota Wild and Ottawa Senators face important contract talks soon. Quinn Hughes seeks a shorter deal, while Drake Batherson wants a longer one. Hughes is entering his final contract year with the Wild. Batherson also enters his final season with the Senators. Both players' contract situations are nearing a September fifteenth deadline.

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CCPA fines Amazon Rs 1 lakh for misleading ‘Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad’ listings

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Zero self-awareness: Jayden Daniels faces criticism over LSU number drama

Jayden Daniels' LSU drama continues to get worse day by day as he has been asked to give up on his legal fight.

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How to download Minecraft Bedrock 26.50.26 beta and preview on all platforms

On August 18, 2026, the highly anticipated Minecraft Bedrock 26.50.26 beta and preview versions were released. This update aims to enhance gameplay with improved features and overall quality of life changes for players. Gamers across PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and mobile can enjoy this latest build, while beta access on Android and cross-platform preview availability are also included. Installation instructions for all supported devices are thoroughly outlined.

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Search ops launched in parts of J&K after reports of suspicious movements

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Is Neymar splitting from Bruna Biancardi amid fresh cheating rumors?

Bruna Biancardi has been with Neymar through all the cheating drama and now, there are new rumors about their break up.

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'A perfect role model': Jake Dennis’ fiancée Lexi Grace Boosey pens heartfelt note

Andretti driver Jake Dennis lost the Formula E World Championship to Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein after a disappointing London E-Prix. However, his fiancee Lexi Grace Boosey and several Formula E drivers praised him for how he performed throughout the season and finished second in the championship.

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'I've cried for a long time': Taylor Barnard breaks down after historic Formula E win

Taylor Barnard made Formula E history with a dramatic first win at the London E-Prix on Sunday. The 22-year-old DS PENSKE driver became the youngest race winner in the championship after passing Nyck de Vries with two laps left. The victory came in front of his home crowd and family, leaving Barnard emotional after a difficult season and a long wait for success.

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Ryanair co-founder’s $14M Kentucky horse farm now listed for $57.5M

Ryanair co-founder Tony Ryan bought Kentucky’s historic Castleton Farm for $14 million in 2001. Now, his family is seeking $57.5 million for the 951-acre estate, which includes a 13,500-square-foot Greek Revival mansion, 16 barns, 268 stalls, 10 homes and historic landmarks. The property, once home to celebrated racehorses, heads to auction October 28.

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Jharkhand students stir: Govt makes fresh peace bid, invites protesters for talks on Aug 17

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Had Article 370 stayed, PoK may have sought to rejoin J&K: Omar Abdullah

CM Hails Sheikh Abdullah, Invokes 1947 Resistance

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Had Article 370 stayed, PoK may have sought to rejoin J&K: Omar Abdullah

CM Hails Sheikh Abdullah, Invokes 1947 Resistance

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China installs 15,927 mirrors at world’s highest solar thermal plant

China has proudly completed the construction of the world's tallest solar thermal power plant at an impressive altitude of over 15,000 feet. Known as the Tushuo facility, this 100 MW powerhouse utilizes mirrors to effectively concentrate solar energy onto molten salts. The resulting stored heat will generate electricity even after sunset, ultimately supplying power to approximately 50,000 households each year once connected to the grid.

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Marcus Aurelius' quote on how perception shapes what we hear and see

Marcus Aurelius, the philosopher-king of Rome, turned to Stoicism as a means to master the trials of existence. He championed the ability to control one's own reactions, urging acceptance of circumstances beyond personal control. His focus on virtue over fleeting fame, wealth, or power is vividly captured in his reflections, Meditations, which continue to provide valuable insights for overcoming life's challenges and uncertainties.

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