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Grammy-Winning Music Producer Seeks $6.4M for a Peaceful and Lush L.A. Modern

Silver Lake is an Eastside neighborhood of L.A. lined with coffee shops, artisanal boutiques, indie music venues, and eclectic homes, including those of great design allure. Among these architectural treasures is a striking 5,194-square-foot midcentury modern, built in 1969 and designed by Asian-American architect, Hai C. Tan.


Many creatives, from actress Andie Macdowell to ‘This Is Us’ showrunner Elizabeth Berger, have lived in the area, so it’s no shock this property has a notable owner, t...
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Storied Upper East Side Townhouse with James Bond Ties and More Lists for $9.5M

If walls could talk, this townhouse would whisper tales of high society, bravery, and espionage. From the home’s circa-1910 roots and Upper East Side location to its double-height ceilings and views of the St. Jean Baptiste Church, this residence is the epitome of classic Manhattan sophistication and has quite a story to tell.


A Yorkville brewmaster built the 6,691-square-foot Lenox Hill townhouse as part of a set of four for his children, connecting them all with hidden doors according to le...
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A Quaint 18th-Century Litchfield County Home Dubbed 'The Toll House' Seeks $900,000

Decades before the United States was founded, this property in Cornwall, Connecticut across from Mohawk Mountain was already documented. According to a local historical survey, settler Eleazer Barett first owned the land before selling it in 1748. After passing through several owners, Agur Johnson bought the property in 1796 and is believed to have built the home.


More than two centuries later, the 2,182-square-foot farmhouse still stands, remaining a testament to time. Lovingly restored, it...
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Tour a $5.9M Villa at the Four Seasons Koh Samui, the Resort Where ‘White Lotus’ Season 3 Filmed

The new season of Emmy-winning show ‘The White Lotus’ premiered on Max this past Sunday, starring big names like Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Jason Isaacs. The show transforms its lavish hotel settings into characters of their own. In past seasons, it has unfolded against the tropical beauty of Hawaii and the mystical grandeur of Sicily. This season, the story moves to Koh Samui, Thailand’s second-largest island after Phuket, in the Gulf of Thailand.


Right now, avid (and affluen...
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Mary Tyler Moore's Dashing Greenwich Manor Finds a Buyer

She turned the world on with her smile, and her former Greenwich residence has been turning heads on the market. The longtime home of Mary Tyler Moore, the pioneering late actress best known for The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Dick Van Dyke Show, recently got its price reduced to $17 million—down from the initial ask of $21.9 million in 2023. This latest trim seems to have done the trick, as the exquisite abode is now in contract.


Set in Greenwich’s mansion-sprinkled countryside, 50 Dinglet...
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Late Bergdorf Goodman Owner's Grand Former Estate Lists in Rye, NY

Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman are synonymous with luxury, but for Andrew Goodman, the man behind Bergdorf’s expansion and rise to prominence, true elegance extended far beyond Fifth Avenue. The late retail mogul’s former New York country retreat, a 1920s Colonial in Rye, offered a secluded escape from the city where he famously lived in a penthouse above Bergdorf Goodman. Now, the meticulously-restored residence is on the market for $12 million.


With nine bedrooms and nine full bathr...
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An 1840s Gem on Sag Harbor’s Famed 'Captain's Row' Seeks $4.9M

If walls could talk, this 1840s Captain Row’s home in Sag Harbor Village would have quite the tale to tell. From its origins as a seafarer’s residence to its cozy lower level’s colorful past as a speakeasy, this meticulously-restored charmer carries nearly two centuries of history along with the comforts of modern living.


Listed for $4.9 million, 330 Main Street is piece of Sag Harbor’s legacy that dates back to its days as a bustling whaling port. Captain’s Row, as it is still called today,...
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The Oldest House in the West Village Just Hit the Market for $12M

The oldest house in the West Village is on the market for $12 million. Dubbed the Isaacs-Hendricks House, the residence was built by a merchant named Joshua Isaacs as a freestanding home between 1799 and 1800–roughly 16 years after the British lost the Revolutionary War and the United States of America was born. It is one of Manhattan’s few surviving structures from that era.


The original wooden façade of the home reflects its Federal farmhouse roots while the brickwork later added in 1836 te...
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An Upstate New York Retreat with Warm, Minimalist Interiors and 130 Acres Asks $3.3M

Sharing its name with the iconic Dragonfly Inn from Gilmore Girls, this Hudson Valley estate evokes a similar sense of charm. While not directly connected to the beloved series, the home’s idyllic Northeast location and warm design can’t help but remind you of the feel-good mood it fosters.


“Dragonfly” is a 130-acre property in Claverack that merges Normandy-inspired elegance with the pastoral beauty of Upstate New York, while being nice and close to the Berkshires. With such a cool yet tailo...
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'Mean Girls' Star Lists Eye-Catching Midcentury Treasure in Hollywood Hills

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Mean Girls, the cult classic that defined a generation and introduced audiences to unforgettable characters like Janis Ian, played by Lizzy Caplan. Caplan has acted in tons of roles since then, including Truth Be Told and Fleishman Is in Trouble, but is now making headlines for other reasons. The actress just listed her lively midcentury modern in Hollywood Hills, specifically the The Oaks neighborhood, for $2.8 million.


The 2,000-square-foot home, buil...
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A Circa-1883 Southampton Treasure Moments from the Beach Seeks $18.5M

Located in Southampton’s prestigious Fairlea enclave just off Gin Lane, this 5,100-square-foot home known as “Clover Top” awaits with a price tag of $18.5 million. Built in 1883, the dwelling exemplifies the restrained Stick style with Queen Anne influences, an elegant combination popular during the late 19th-century. It’s historic allure goes deeper than that, however. Clover Top sits alongside its sister home “Wild Rose,” which were both originally part of Alfred Nelson’s Fair Lea six-home com...
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An Equestrian's Dream European Home Asks €3M in the Netherlands

Nestled in the village of Eefde—roughly an hour away from Amsterdam—this $3.1 million property is a rare find. Designed with equal care for horses and humans, the home with a fully-equipped horse husbandry center is perfect for equestrians or anyone longing for a tranquil, countryside European lifestyle. And, just imagine what it will all look like covered in snow.


At the property’s heart is an indoor arena with advanced high-and-low tide flooring and abundant natural light, complemented by a...
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Strut Into a High-Fashion Model’s East Village Pad Asking $2.9M

High-fashion model Shannan Click’s East Village residence is ready for its close-up. Known for gracing the runways of Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Prada, and Victoria’s Secret and starring in campaigns for Burberry and Dolce & Gabbana, Click has worn creations from some of the world’s top designers. Her timeless two-bedroom, two-bath NYC condo, priced at $2.9 million and currently in contract, showcases chic and well-edited taste, too.


Click poured love into this property, combining two units i...
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Tour an 18th-Century Fortress Turned Residence Asking €4.7M on Spain’s Northwest Coast

Ahoy, castle hunters! Castillo del Príncipe, a historic fortress in Cee, has hit the market on Spain’s rugged northwest coast, ready to swap its cannon balls for cocktail parties. Guarding the Corcubión estuary against 18th-century pirate raids, Castillo del Príncipe—now transformed into a unique coastal home—has had many chapters and is currently seeking €4.7 million, around $4.9 million.


This storied citadel, built in 1740, was constructed at the same time as the Castelo do Cardeal across t...
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Tour an Original Stanford White Home in Southampton Now Listed for $5.8M

In the heart of Southampton’s Art Village enclave, 9 Briar Lane presents a blend of timeless elegance and contemporary luxury. Originally designed by architect Stanford White in 1910, this shingle-style residence harkens back to the area’s turn-of-the-century “artist colony” era largely funded by NYC high society, imbuing the property with a distinct character that has been carefully preserved.


“This home comes with a rich history,” says the listing agent, Adam Hofer. “It exemplifies a tradit...
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Stately Hyannis Port Mansion Next Door to the Iconic Kennedy Compound Hits the Market

The Kennedy Compound, purchased by JFK’s father Joseph B. Kennedy in 1928, is synonymous with the family’s legacy. The world-renowned estate has hosted generations of Kennedys and its beautiful grounds have seen everything from presidential campaigns to family celebrations. During John F. Kennedy’s presidency, the compound became known as the “seaside White House,” and he would frequently retreat to the Cape when he had tough decisions to make, according to the Cape Cod Times.


It is also whe...
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Explore a $23.3M Oasis in L.A.'s Star-Studded Pacific Palisades Neighborhood

Tucked in the Pacific Palisades—where stars like Brooke Shields, Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann, and Matt Damon have owned homes—a luxury listing beckons affluent buyers with its relaxing atmosphere and amenities. Set on more than half an acre, the six-bedroom, eight-bathroom residence effortlessly blends modern sophistication with a serene, forest-like setting. Looking like a dreamy treehouse perched on a lush hillside, the gated sanctuary is asking $23.295 million.


Claudia Vargas Lopez, a desi...

Dayton Jewish Observer

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How young Jews navigate Jew hatred

By Talia Doninger, Special to The Dayton Jewish Observer
Samantha A. Vinokor-Meinrath never intended to become an expert on antisemitism.
“I wish we were talking about anything else,” she tells The Observer. “I wish for all of us that antisemitism would be the realm of historians and not of contemporary educators and those thinking of their contemporary Jewish identity.”
Yet the Jewish educator and author stands at the forefront of a critical conversation. In her book, #antisemitism: Coming of A...
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Stories to connect generations — and one another

Story and Photos by Talia Doninger, Special to The Dayton Jewish Observer
Local Native Americans visited children with Beth Abraham Synagogue’s religious school Oct. 13 to share the art of their traditional storytelling.
The Conservative congregation’s new religious school director, Elyssa Wortzman, organized the program to explore how Native Americans and Jews use stories to connect generations and preserve histories.
“Storytelling is essential to the identity of both cultures,” Wortzman said....
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From refugee to publishing world giant

By Talia Doninger, Special to The Dayton Jewish Observer
Lolita set the literary world of 1955 on fire. Controversial, provocative, and polarizing, Vladimir Nabokov’s novel was rejected by multiple publishers before George Weidenfeld took a chance on it.
Critics called it obscene, bookstores hesitated to display it. But for Weidenfeld, it was the kind of work that defined his audacious career.
He saw the tension between public outrage and literary merit as the heart of publishing’s true purpose....

The Daily Wildcat

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Bourbon Bent brings Southern comfort food to Main Gate Square

In the heart of University Boulevard, Bourbon Bent is Main Gate Square’s newest restaurant offering a taste of Southern food and cocktails at 820 E. University Blvd.
Nestled amidst the bustling energy of student activity, this eatery promises to be more than just a place to grab a meal or drink – it’s a nostalgic journey to the comforts of home, where hearty dishes and Southern hospitality are emphasized.
Owner Mobeen Moslem is a Tucson native who graduated from the University of Arizona with a...
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Spooktacular fun: Tucson’s annual Boo at the Zoo returns

Even though the temperatures haven’t quite cooled down, families in Tucson eagerly anticipate a beloved Halloween tradition: Reid Park Zoo’s annual Boo at the Zoo event is back, promising a thrilling educational experience for visitors of all ages. This enchanting event, held against the backdrop of the zoo’s animal habitats, offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the spooky season while learning about the world’s incredible wildlife.
As the sun sets, the zoo takes on a different kind of ench...

Arizona Daily Star

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Zoo seeks to ensure animal safety in enclosures

The moves were made within weeks of the foal’s death on Feb. 6 after its mother was spooked by a gust of wind and ran towards another part of the enclosure. The foal followed but did not stop and ran into the fence, breaking her neck on impact.“We have a partnership with the U of A College of Veterinary Medicine so those interns help watch as well to alert our veterinary staff when there is a problem in the enclosure,” said Nancy Kluge, Reid Park Zoo’s president and CEO. “In the case of Takiti M...