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....
Foreign Property News | Posted by Si Thu Aung
For many people, the only way to afford a home is to finance it with a mortgage and pay off that loan over time. During the first quarter of 2025, the median U.S. home sale price was $503,800, according to Federal Reserve Economic Data. Given that median annual wages were just $61,984 during the last quarter of 2024, it’s easy to see why the typical working American can barely afford a down payment on a home today, let alone the entire cost in one fell swoop. But uber-wealthy folks are in a different position. Those with billions of dollars to their name can buy a home outright rather than take out a loan. Yet celebrities like Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and Jay-Z have all made...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Zarni Kyaw
AN Italian expatriate has triggered heated online discussions after boldly claiming that Singapore’s cost of living is actually quite reasonable, contrary to widespread local complaints about rising expenses. Andrea Fassi, a sales professional who has called Singapore home for four years, recently shared his controversial perspective in an Instagram video that quickly went viral among netizens. “Everyone keeps moaning about expensive living costs here,“ Fassi stated in his post. “But honestly, except for the CBD area and some specific locations, daily necessities remain quite affordable for most people.” The Italian backed up his argument with a...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
Back in 2020, Bill and Melinda Gates purchased a $43 million oceanfront estate in Del Mar, California. The six-bedroom, 3.5-bath property was described in real estate listings as a "masterpiece" designed by architect Ken Ronchetti. But the view didn't last long. Following their divorce announcement in 2021, Gates tore the property down. According to the New York Post, the Microsoft co-founder decided to rebuild the home from scratch, planning a modern "bachelor pad" loaded with custom tech upgrades. That decision didn't go over quietly—literally. Construction reportedly began in early 2022 and quickly became a source of frustration for the surrounding...