The home’s architecture is closely tied to its terrain. Instead of imposing a conventional rectangular floor plan on the sloping site, Olsen organized the house across a series of split levels. There are homes that are valued for their size, homes prized for their views, and homes that become significant because of the people who…

DUBAI: Iran is considering a proposal to levy transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a lawmaker said on Thursday, a potential bid to monetise Tehran’s newfound grip over the critical waterway through which a fifth of global oil and liquefied gas passes.Since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran, Tehran…

Quote of the day by CT Fletcher (Image source: Instagram/c.t.ali.fletcher) What seems impossible is often simply something that has not actually been achieved yet. CT Fletcher, the powerlifter and motivational speaker known for his intense workout videos, captured that idea directly. “Everything is impossible, until someone crazy enough comes along and makes it possible,” he…

Jay Hung, 13, became a young caregiver (center)Screenshot from CHCH News When most teenagers are focused on school, friendships and weekend plans, Jay Hung was learning how to care for his mother. At just 13, the Queen’s University student became a young caregiver after his mother was diagnosed with late-stage cancer. Years later, Hung is…