In 2010, Playboy's Hugh Hefner donated $900,000 to save land behind the Hollywood Sign from luxury homes. 16 years on, 138 acres at Cahuenga Peak remain protected in Griffith Park

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In 2010, Playboy's Hugh Hefner donated $900,000 to save land behind the Hollywood Sign from luxury homes. 16 years on, 138 acres at Cahuenga Peak remain protected in Griffith Park

In 2010, a major fundraising campaign sought to protect 138 acres at Cahuenga Peak, the land behind the iconic Hollywood Sign, from potential development. The effort required $12.5 million, but organizers were still $1 million short when Playboy founder Hugh Hefner contributed $900,000. Other major donors, that includes Tiffany & Company Foundation and Aileen Getty, also supported the campaign.

'Ek Kachori, Do Samosa, Dipke...': ‘Gen Next Mumbai’ members stage counter-protest against CJP

In 2013, Bob Hope's estate listed his UFO-style home for $50 million; after zero buyers, it eventually sold for $13 million

Bob Hope’s distinctive Palm Springs residence, popularly called as his “UFO house,” eventually found a new owner after years on the market. Originally listed for $50 million in 2013, the unusual estate finally sold for $13 million to billionaire Ronald Burkle, a venture capitalist and philanthropist,as per TopTenRealEstateDeals.com. Designed by architect John Lautner for Hope and his wife, Delores, in 1973, the 23,000-square-foot property features a curved structure, floor-to-ceiling windows and circular ceiling windows for stargazing.

CJP warns of Jantar Mantar 2.0 as thousands attend Mumbai protest seeking CEC's ouster

The Cockroach Janta Party's protest at Shivaji Park sought the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Party leaders accused the government of electoral fraud and deleting voters' names from the lists. Many prominent figures, including veteran actors, participated in the demonstration despite police denial of permission. Protesters emphasized the need for immediate action and a fair electoral process.

Zack Polanski urges Britons to 'vote Green' in order to drag Labour even further Left on rent controls, wealth taxes, banning North Sea oil and Gaza

In his keynote speech to the Greens' conference in Brighton, the self-described 'eco-populist' claimed backing his party was the 'most powerful vote you can make'.

Asian Games 2026: Double gold medallist Neeru Dhanda named women's flag-bearer for closing ceremony

Star Indian trap shooter Neeru Dhanda has been named India's women's flag-bearer for Sunday's Asian Games closing ceremony after a stellar campaign in which the ace trap shooter won two gold medals and a team silver, making her one of the country's most successful athletes at the continental event.

Rioter blasts woman in the face with a flamethrower and off-duty cop is kicked unconscious as French student protests descend into anarchy

Student protests descended into anarchy across France today with a video showing a rioter blasting a woman in the face with a flamethrower.

Panic over Kimberly Guilfoyle's outrageous Champagne demand... but she digs in heels as Greek life unravels: 'I need him'

President Donald Trump picked Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece in December 2024. At the time, sources warned her to be on her best behavior.

Does your cat eat the same food every day? New test finds 122 contaminants, nearly 28 times more mercury in some

A recent investigation by Clean Label Project exposed alarming findings regarding cat food safety. Testing 100 products from 62 brands revealed that nearly all contained toxic contaminants like lead, cadmium, and arsenic. The potential health risks for cats from regular consumption of such food has researchers concerned. Pet owners are urged to engage with manufacturers about their contaminant testing protocols and quality control measures.

Alison Hammond shares video from her hospital bed and says her heart is being checked out after she was seen clutching her chest and rushed off air live on This Morning

The presenter, 51, said her heart is being checked out after she suffered palpitations an hour into the episode.

'May 9-like situation' to be dealt with decisive force, says Pakistan army's top brass

Pakistan military officials have indicated that any disturbances like those of May 9 will be addressed with decisive force. As supporters of Imran Khan prepare for a long march to Islamabad, political tensions are escalating. The federal government has increased security measures, including deploying additional police personnel and placing shipping containers on key roads. PTI leaders have made various demands regarding Imran Khan's health and the release of detained supporters.