Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
Jon Bon Jovi is standing in the way of a mystery buyer and one of the biggest real estate deals in US history. The American rock star is the last obstacle to an anonymous client who has been quietly assembling one of the most valuable private estates in the country. So far, the unnamed buyer, whose identity is a closely guarded secret, has paid roughly $250 million (£182 million) for four separate homes in Florida’s Palm Beach – and is pushing for more. The mystery investor wants the $42 million (£31 million) mansion belonging to Bon Jovi, who has resisted staggering overtures to sell his property, people familiar with the situation told the Wall Street...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Si Thu Aung
A Taiwanese man died of suspected lead poisoning after using the same rusty thermos for over ten years, despite visible signs of metal degradation. Taiwanese media recently reported the tragic death of a man whose severe lung infection was exacerbated by heavy metal poisoning. The man reportedly started experiencing health problems about a year ago, and blood tests showed that he was suffering from heavy metal poisoning. While trying to discover the source of the contamination, doctors learned that the man had been using the same thermos on a daily basis for the last 10 years. Upon examining the container, they discovered rust had formed inside of it, which hadn’t prevented the...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Zarni Kyaw
Michael Kearney is the youngest person to graduate college at over 10 years. He earned a bachelor's degree in anthropology from the University of South Alabama in 1994. Today, he has pursued careers in teaching, improv theatre, and even game show competitions, winning over a million dollars. (Michael Kearney, the youngest person to graduate college, during the "Gold Rush" game show. Photo: L. Cohen (modified by author) Source: Getty Images) Who is the youngest person to graduate college? According to Guinness World Records, Michael Kearney from the USA is the youngest-ever college graduate. At just 10 years and 4 months old, he earned a bachelor's degree in anthropology from the...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
There's arguably no bigger diva than Mariah Carey. But if you've always aspired to live the "diva" lifestyle, we've got good news for you! The castle-like, mega-mansion in Connecticut the "Always Be My Baby" singer called home for the last two years is now up for sale, for the low, low price of $12.4 million. That price goes up to $14.5 if you want it fully furnished, but that's a small price adjustment to make to live like s superstar, right? The massive home spans across just over six acres and totals about 25,000 square feet across three structures: the main house, guest house, and wellness center. The main house boasts eight bedrooms, a parlor room, home gym, fun space and more. The...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
Every anniversary is a special occasion deserving of celebration. The number of years people are married also has a corresponding gift. For instance, 25 years of marriage is usually associated with silver, and 50 years is affiliated with gold. Rather than take the traditional route with golden jewelry, however, a farmer in Kansas found a unique way to make his anniversary one to remember. Lee Wilson planted 1.2 million sunflowers across 80 acres to surprise his wife, Renee. The result of his planning and labor clearly worked as a video of the yellow field looks like a magical sight. Almost as far as the eye can see, there are tall, vibrant sunflowers brightening the landscape. There are...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Si Thu Aung
Maxwell Wolfe had never traveled outside the US — until he flew to Thailand in 2019 for a Muay Thai fight on the island of Koh Samui. He lasted two minutes in the ring, took an elbow above his right eye, which left a scar, and then lost. But instead of flying home feeling defeated, Wolfe was hooked. Wolfe grew up in northern Virginia and had started practicing martial arts in his early 20s, when he was at a crossroads in his life. As someone with ADHD, he always found it hard to conform to conventional societal expectations. "I never really fit the mold, and martial arts is one of the very few things in my life besides music and art that made sense to me," Wolfe, now 34, told...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Zarni Kyaw
Brazilian stunt performer Luigi Cani is an incredible athlete. The skydiving legend has completed nearly 14,000 jumps and set 11 world records over his two-decade-long career. That would be impressive on its own, but Cani's legacy has only grown as he's used his talents to better the world. In 2022, he performed one of his most nerve-wracking stunts to date—skydiving into a deforested part of the Amazon with a box containing 100 million seeds from 27 native plants. The goal was for Cani to open the box midair, release the seeds, and simultaneously plant 100 million plants. However, executing this vision took five years of intense planning. Nothing was easy: from obtaining the...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham appear to have finally found their “dream” marital home in the form of a $16 million Beverly Hills, CA, mansion that they quietly snapped up back in December. As first reported by The Sun, the happy couple are the proud new owners of an opulent property in the exclusive Trousdale Estates community, just a stone’s throw from an estate that is owned by the Beckhams’ longtime family friend, Elton John. Property records indicate that the home was purchased at the end of 2024 via an LLC, with a source close to the Peltz Beckhams revealing to Realtor.com® that they came across the abode after a lengthy search for their...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Hnin Ei Khin
Online shops in China are selling “wisdom-inspiring” bottled water taken from a lake at the prestigious Peking University. The so-called special water has captivated social media and delighted many internet users. Sellers usually advertise it for sale on second-hand product platforms, China News Service reported. Lake on Peking University’s campus. It costs between 30 and 99 yuan (US$4 and US$14) for 500ml, the report said, far more expensive than normal bottled water, which sells for around 5 yuan. Peking University is one of China’s most elite universities. It ranked 14th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, the highest among all mainland...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
If location is everything in real estate, then 6105 Mulholland Highway may have just taken home the crown. Nestled into the hillside of Beachwood Canyon and perched just beneath the towering white letters that spell “Hollywood,” this A-frame chalet isn’t just close to the famous sign — it’s the closest residence to it, The Post has learned. Listed for $2.25 million with Christopher Soffer and Trenton Armitage of The Beverly Hills Estates, the midcentury hideaway offers something few properties can: front-row views of the cultural landmark that has defined Los Angeles for a century. “It is extremely limited,” Soffer told The Post....