The Times of India

A wooden fishing boat built in 1929 is nearing restoration on Marthas Vineyard, almost a century after it was built beside the home of a family raising 13 children. Little Lady, the sole remaining wooden fishing dragger in New England, is set to undergo major repairs. The $1.5 million project still needs $630,000, while supporters hope to preserve the boats history and connection to the islands fishing community.

The WACO UPF-7 was used as a primary trainer from 1941, helping prepare pilots through the US government-backed Civilian Pilot Training Program during the World War II era. Retired in 1953, the aircraft was bought by a Florida owner who dismantled and packed it into boxes, carrying the parts through three moves over 50 years. Rediscovered in 2002, it was later restored by RARE Aircraft and returned to airworthy condition before being displayed at the Historic Flight Foundation.

Villa Aurora, a historic mansion in Pacific Palisades, has reopened after restoration work following the January 2025 Palisades Fire. The house was bought in 1943 for $9,000 by German Jewish writer Lion Feuchtwanger and his wife Marta, who had fled Nazi persecution. It later became a gathering place for artists and intellectuals and an international artist residency.

An Arkansas bridge demolition failed unexpectedly on October 11, 2016. Explosives weakened the structure, but it did not collapse as planned. Crews then used barges and cables to bring down the aged structure. A new bridge was constructed and opened to traffic in March 2017. The unusual demolition became a memorable part of the bridge's history.

Polish authorities are investigating a fire at a WB Electronics facility producing components for drones used by Ukraine. Polish media report that surveillance footage showed a masked individual crossing the perimeter fence shortly before a burglary alarm was triggered and the blaze was detected. Polands Internal Security Agency and military counterintelligence are examining the incident, although sabotage has not been established. WB Group says the fire was small and production will resume afte