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A persistent Malibu sinkhole along E. Sea Level Drive has closed the secluded Lechuza Beach to public access, prompting evacuations and limiting entry to a few gates as officials assess ongoing hazards around the elite shoreline.
Hundreds gathered at East Potomac Park to protest a proposed Trump-backed golf course as National Park Service crews removed several trees in what officials describe as routine maintenance; activists fear the public space could be rebuilt away from public use, and with a related lawsuit paused and few project details released, transparency about the plan remains a central concern ahead of a Tuesday construction start date.
A privately unearthed 38-foot Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton nicknamed Gus from South Dakota’s Hell Creek Formation is heading to Sotheby’s in New York for auction, with estimates around $30 million and a potential to become the world’s most expensive fossil. Gus is about 61% complete by bone count (roughly 75–80% by mass) and shows bite marks and fractures. The sale reignites a debate over fossil ownership and science, since many researchers argue fossils should be in public collections to allow study and verification, while opponents say private owners can still enable research or loans. Excavated by Theropoda Expeditions from 2021–2023 on Gary Licking’s land after his death, Gus may disappear from public view if sold to private parties, unlike publicly loaned specimens in museums.
A newly unearthed, 38-foot-long T. rex skeleton nicknamed Gus from the Hell Creek Formation is set to be auctioned at Sotheby’s in New York, potentially becoming the most expensive fossil sale; while it’s among the largest and most complete finds, experts warn that private ownership risks removing critical specimens from public, verifiable scientific study and museum access, fueling a broader debate about fossil stewardship and open science.
King Charles III became the first British monarch to publish his personal taxes, reporting £12.9m in income and capital gains for 2024-25, as Buckingham Palace undergoes a £369m, 10-year renovation. The king and Queen Camilla will reside at Clarence House for the remainder of his reign to boost public access and more tours, while Prince William also released his tax figures (£7.76m).
CBS said it would stop issuing copyright takedown notices for Stephen Colbert’s surprise appearance on Only in Monroe pending further review, after online backlash; the episode was financed and produced by CBS Studios and posted on Colbert’s YouTube channels in collaboration with Monroe Community Media, highlighting a clash between copyright enforcement and a public-access broadcast.
Stephen Colbert resurfaced on air a day after ending his 11-year run on The Late Show, guest-hosting Monroe Community Media's Only in Monroe on a Michigan public-access channel. He noted his 2015 stint as a guest host, joked about streaming and CBS, and welcomed Michigan natives Jack White and Jeff Daniels, leaving the door open for a future return to local TV.
Stephen Colbert surprised viewers by returning to late-night TV unannounced on Friday, just a day after CBS taped the final Late Show episode, headlining a segment on his old Monroe, Michigan public-access program 'Only in Monroe' with a local monologue and an Eminem cameo. CBS had announced the end of The Late Show amid a merger-driven shift, and Colbert is moving on to new projects, including writing the next Lord of the Rings film.
Plans tied to East Potomac Park renovations could change public access, road use, and features like cherry trees, drawing public scrutiny amid a fundraising proposal and ongoing legal action, while the East Potomac Golf Links remains open and updates are forthcoming.
Starting February 1, Rome will charge a 2-euro fee for tourists, including non-residents, to access the basin of the Trevi Fountain, a move aimed at limiting crowding and protecting the historic site.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife Angela have agreed to unseal their divorce records following media requests, allowing the case to become publicly accessible, amid ongoing political and legal controversies.
A judge in Indiana has approved cameras in the courtroom for Mark Sanchez's criminal trial, marking a shift from the previous judge's decision and highlighting ongoing debates about media access in court proceedings. Sanchez faces multiple charges related to an incident in Indianapolis, with a trial scheduled for December 11, though delays are possible.
Despite the federal government shutdown, most national parks will remain largely open with minimal staffing, allowing visitors access to roads, trails, and open-air memorials, though many services and facilities will be limited or closed. States like Colorado are willing to use limited funds to keep parks open, while others like Arizona are not. The decision balances public access with safety and resource concerns.
The Pentagon has implemented new restrictions on media and outside engagement, including limiting press access and requiring approvals for interactions with think tanks and other groups, amid concerns over sensitive information leaks and internal criticism of leadership.
Digital Extremes announced that the pre-alpha version of Soulframe, called Preludes, will be open to the public for sign-ups until July 20, allowing players to experience new features like improved combat, social hubs, and customizable gameplay before the full launch.