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Daniel Stern Sculpts Life-Size Bronze 'Marv' for Home Alone House
Acts of Kindness2h ago

Daniel Stern Sculpts Life-Size Bronze 'Marv' for Home Alone House

The actor who played Marv in Home Alone created a bronze sculpture of his own character, complete with tarantula on face. It will live in the famous film house being restored to its 1990s glory.

Upworthy2 min read
AI Home Search Lets Buyers Talk Their Way to Dream Homes
InnovationFeb 20

AI Home Search Lets Buyers Talk Their Way to Dream Homes

House hunters can now skip endless filter clicking and just describe their dream home in plain English. Homes.com's new AI assistant understands requests like "modern kitchen near good schools" and instantly delivers matches.

Fox News Tech2 min read
Bhookle Connects 1,000 Home Cooks to Hungry City Dwellers
SolutionsJan 20

Bhookle Connects 1,000 Home Cooks to Hungry City Dwellers

A son's tribute to his mother has become a thriving food delivery platform connecting nearly 1,000 home cooks across India with people craving authentic, home-cooked meals. Bhookle has delivered over 50,000 meals in Bengaluru alone, turning kitchens into businesses.

The Hindu2 min read
Homes With Solar Panels Sell for $10,000 More
SolutionsJun 19

Homes With Solar Panels Sell for $10,000 More

New research analyzing 143 million home listings proves that going green pays off when it's time to sell. Homes with solar panels are commanding premiums of $10,000, yet most sellers aren't advertising these money-making upgrades.

PV Magazine2 min read
Samara's $152K Starter Homes Tackle California Housing
SolutionsJul 13

Samara's $152K Starter Homes Tackle California Housing

A California company is building small, affordable starter homes using the same factory process that made backyard units wildly popular. These compact homes could finally bring back the missing middle of housing that generations have been priced out of.

Fast Company3 min read
Sea-Tac USO Volunteers Welcome 27,000 Troops Coming Home
Community HeroesMay 28

Sea-Tac USO Volunteers Welcome 27,000 Troops Coming Home

At Seattle's airport, 300 volunteers create a home away from home for young service members heading overseas—many just 18 and traveling alone for the first time. Their round-the-clock dedication ensures no soldier waits alone in an empty terminal.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Star Trek Fan Builds Real LCARS Control Panel for Smart Home
Community HeroesFeb 8

Star Trek Fan Builds Real LCARS Control Panel for Smart Home

A home automation enthusiast turned their living room into the USS Enterprise by coding a custom Star Trek control panel that actually controls their lights and devices. The DIY project combines nostalgia with practical smart home tech.

Google News - Technology2 min read
AI Robot Aura Keeps Pets Happy When Home Alone
InnovationJan 26

AI Robot Aura Keeps Pets Happy When Home Alone

A new AI companion robot named Aura plays with pets, reads their emotions, and sends updates to owners throughout the day. Instead of just monitoring through cameras, the robot actively engages with cats and dogs to reduce stress and loneliness.

Fox News Tech3 min read
Omaha's $190K Tiny Homes Redefine Affordable Housing
SolutionsApr 7

Omaha's $190K Tiny Homes Redefine Affordable Housing

Two colorful small homes in Omaha are proving that affordable housing doesn't have to mean compromise. At 802 and 618 square feet, these modern homes offer first-time buyers a fresh alternative to overpriced starter homes.

Fast Company2 min read
Florida Couple Rescues 1903 Ligonier Home in 2 Years
SolutionsJun 22

Florida Couple Rescues 1903 Ligonier Home in 2 Years

A couple from Florida bought a crumbling century-old house with rotting stairs and turned it into a showpiece that now inspires their entire Pennsylvania town. Their dramatic transformation will be featured on a historic home tour this month.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Wellington Couple's 30-Year Love Affair with 1908 Home
Acts of KindnessApr 4

Wellington Couple's 30-Year Love Affair with 1908 Home

Sometimes the best decisions are made on the gloomiest days. When Anita Busby walked into a fog-shrouded Wellington villa nearly 30 years ago, she couldn't even see the famous harbor view, but she knew instantly she was home.

Stuff NZ2 min read
148-Year-Old Store Becomes Colorful Home in Napier
Acts of KindnessJan 19

148-Year-Old Store Becomes Colorful Home in Napier

A rundown former general store in Napier, New Zealand has been transformed into a vibrant five-bedroom home after 27 years of love and color. Owner Kim Hands is selling the landmark building but subdividing the land to preserve its historic street frontage for future generations.

Stuff NZ3 min read
Nonprofit Gifts 240+ Homes to Veterans and First Responders
Community HeroesAug 25

Nonprofit Gifts 240+ Homes to Veterans and First Responders

For 20 years, Operation Finally Home has built or modified homes for wounded veterans and first responders at no cost to them. The Texas nonprofit averages one new home build per month and thousands of modifications.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Bunnings Flatpack Homes Expand to NZ After Aussie Boom
SolutionsJul 20

Bunnings Flatpack Homes Expand to NZ After Aussie Boom

Hardware giant Bunnings is bringing its backyard pod homes to New Zealand after massive success in Australia, where customer inquiries jumped from 10 to 500 a day. The affordable flatpack homes can be built in a weekend and cost a fraction of traditional housing.

Google News - New Zealand Success3 min read
355-Sq-Ft Tiny Home Fits Office and Downstairs Bedroom
InnovationJul 28

355-Sq-Ft Tiny Home Fits Office and Downstairs Bedroom

A Canadian tiny house builder just solved one of the biggest challenges of small-space living: fitting a home office and a ground-floor bedroom into just 355 square feet. The Florence proves you don't need to sacrifice comfort or functionality to downsize.

New Atlas2 min read
AI Helper Tames One Writer's 10-Year Smart Home Nightmare
InnovationJan 28

AI Helper Tames One Writer's 10-Year Smart Home Nightmare

A tech journalist spent a decade wrestling with her chaotic smart home setup until an AI coding tool solved it in one afternoon. What normally takes weeks of programming happened in hours.

The Verge2 min read
Your Pickup Truck Can Now Power Your Home During Outages
SolutionsJul 31

Your Pickup Truck Can Now Power Your Home During Outages

Automakers are turning electric and hybrid vehicles into backup power sources for homes, offering a cheaper alternative to generators. Ford's new system lets F-150 drivers power their homes for up to five days during blackouts.

Renewable Energy World2 min read
Bushfire Survivor Rebuilds Home From Tyres and Bottles
Acts of KindnessMay 10

Bushfire Survivor Rebuilds Home From Tyres and Bottles

After losing her home to a devastating bushfire, Dee-Ann Kelly is rebuilding with earth-packed tyres, bottles, and cans in a fire-resistant Earthship. Thirty-five volunteers from across Australia have gathered to help construct the sustainable home that could change how communities build in fire-prone areas.

ABC Australia2 min read
Pennsylvania Volunteers Fix Homes for Neighbors in Need
Acts of KindnessMay 27

Pennsylvania Volunteers Fix Homes for Neighbors in Need

A Pennsylvania church is recruiting volunteers for its annual "One Family at a Time" week, where crews tackle home repairs for residents who can't do the work themselves. From June 8-12, volunteers will paint, weatherize, and clean homes across Clinton County.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
1930s Home in Cambridge Becomes Carbon Negative
InnovationMar 5

1930s Home in Cambridge Becomes Carbon Negative

A UK building society transformed a drafty 1930s semi-detached house into a carbon-negative showcase, proving old homes can exceed modern energy standards. While new UK rules target future construction, 29 million existing homes need similar upgrades to reach net zero.

Positive News2 min read

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