A 3,106-carat diamond pulled from a South African mine became the 530-carat gem in Britain's royal sceptre

Texas homeowners win control of their park, roads and ponds after a decade-long legal battle

In a significant turn of events, residents of La Bota Ranch in Laredo officially gained control over common property areas after a protracted legal battle. This shift follows a jury's March 2022 decision that found developers had breached fiduciary duties, prompting residents to reevaluate governance due to rising association fees. The final handover on August 20, 2026, empowers homeowners over shared facilities, symbolizing a hard-won victory for community representation.

A 3,106-carat diamond pulled from a South African mine became the 530-carat gem in Britain's royal sceptre

Frederick Wells discovered the enormous Cullinan diamond in South Africa in 1905 while working at the Premier Mine. Its exceptional size caught public attention, leading to its purchase by the Transvaal government for King Edward VII. The diamond was carefully cut into several gemstones over eight months, resulting in noteworthy pieces for the British royal collection. Following Edward VII's death, the largest stone was incorporated into the Sovereign's Sceptre.

An Indy charity started in 2016 with $9k raised in 45 mins; 10 yrs on, it reached 175k bouquets

Random Acts of Flowers Indianapolis marked ten years of service, delivering its 175,000th flower arrangement to Eskenazi Health. This charity reuses donated flowers to create arrangements for hospital patients in need. Volunteers collect flowers from various local sources to prevent waste and support emotional well-being. The organization was founded after a successful fundraising effort in 2016. It aims to continue its work through community partnerships and ongoing donations.

Newly identified bird like dinosaur from Cretaceous period may be first dinosaur eating fruit

Scientists have recently uncovered a small dinosaur named Infernogallus jamesi, believed to have predominantly dined on fruit. By examining its skull and jaw muscles, researchers gained insights into its dietary habits. Existing during the Cretaceous period, as flowering plants flourished, this dinosaur displays anatomical traits akin to modern fruit-feeding parrots, deepening our comprehension of the varied lifestyles in the era of dinosaurs.

Flávio Bolsonaro calls himself 'leader of Brazil' after election loss

The defeated presidential candidate says he will lead the opposition from the US.

Watch: VHS tapes and computers handed to police as Thomas Markle is investigated

The BBC's Jonathan Head is in Cebu, reporting from outside the home where Markle resided.

Royal regret! British king 'recognises' slavery horrors amid his Caribbean tour

Despite the pressure, Buckingham Palace has said Charles will not issue an apology during the tour, arguing that such matters are “matters for governments to address”. The palace added that he would “not shy away from the darkest days of our past.” As monarch, Charles represents Britain abroad on the advice of the government.

Why do some people stay mentally sharp even when their brains show clear signs of Alzheimer’s disease? Scientists have found an important clue hidden in a rare group of resilient brains

Recent research from the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience has revealed intriguing findings about Alzheimer's disease. Scientists examined brain tissues from different groups, including those with and without dementia symptoms. They discovered that immature neurons acted differently in cognitively healthy individuals despite Alzheimer's brain changes. This suggests that these neurons may play a role in supporting brain function rather than simply replacing damaged cells.

Russian drone attack on Ukrainian train station kills at least 14, officials say

At least 14 others were wounded in the attack in the central city of Dnipro, including an 11-year-old boy.

'If These Claims Are True, We Would Own All Of…': Qatar Denies Interfering In Israeli Elections

Qatar accused Israeli political figures of using Qatar as a scapegoat for their domestic political failures and reiterated that Doha had no involvement in Israel's elections.

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‘Eco-friendly’ paper straws worse for environment than plastic – study

Paper straws have scored 6.33 times higher than conventional plastic straws in a government-commissioned study’s measure of carcinogenic impact through the course of manufacture, use and disposal. The report, commissioned by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and disclosed Wednesday by Rep. Kim Wi-sang of the People Power Party, assessed the environmental impacts of