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Churches across the U.S. are tackling the big question of how to address homelessness in their communities with a small solution: tiny homes. On vacant plots near their parking lots and steepled sanctuaries, congregations are building everything from fixed and fully contained micro homes to petite, moveable cabins, and several other styles of small-footprint dwellings in between. Church leaders are not just trying to be more neighborly. The drive to provide shelter is rooted in their beliefs — they must care for the vulnerable, especially those without homes. "It's just such an integral part of who we are as a people of faith," said the Rev. Lisa Fischbeck, former Episcopal vicar and the board chair of Pee Wee Homes, an affordable housing organization building tiny abodes in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Fischbeck led the Episcopal Church of the Advocate when it added three one-bedroom units on its 15-acre campus. The first residents, including the organization's names...

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A luxurious, adults-only hotel and spa in the Lake District has been flooded with praise by visitors. The beautiful Applegarth Villa and Restaurant is a gorgeous, five gold star rated hotel with its own bar and award winning restaurant in Windermere. Nestled on College Road in the very heart of the idyllic, world famous destination, the gorgeous, opulent accommodation boasts newly appointed suites, dog friendly accommodation and relaxing hot tubs. You won't be spoiled for choice at the hotel's award winning restaurant, which has notched up an AA restaurant award and boasts the best of locally sourced, seasonal, regional produce with lots of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. And with one of the finest whiskey ranges around on offer, complete with roaring fire, you could be tempted to sample a tipple or two in the decadent, oak panelled bar after a hard day's walking in the Lakes. Read more: Amazing Ribble Valley beer hall with one of the country's longest bars...

A top FCC official wants Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr claimed the popular video app is secretly harvesting "sensitive data" that is "being accessed in Beijing". On Twitter, Carr shared the letter he sent to both the CEO of Apple Tim Cook and the CEO of Alphabet Sundar Pichai. In the letter, Carr states, "TikTok is not what it appears to be on the surface. It is not just an app for sharing funny videos or memes. That's the sheep's clothing…At its core, TikTok functions as a sophisticated surveillance tool that harvests extensive amounts of personal and sensitive data." Carr also states that if the companies do not remove TikTok from their app stores, they would need to provide statements by July 8th. BuzzFeed News Report The letter references a report from BuzzFeed News that showed evidence to suggest that engineers in China had access to U.S. data. This evide...

Phoenix, Arizona, is a hotspot for anyone who's dreamt of a luxury lifestyle at an affordable price. Perpetual summer, picturesque natural landscapes, and affordable living are only some of the reasons why Phoenix has been a magnet for home builders. It's a city with something for everyone, whether you're a foodie, a sports fan, a hiker, or someone who enjoys a few rounds of golf on the weekends. The southern metropolis is a mere 3.5-hour drive from Grand Canyon National Park. It is a center point for Arizona's eclectic arts and culinary cultures. Boasting 300 sunny days per year, the opportunities for activity and exploration are endless. However, Arizona offers newcomers a lot more than just a leisurely lifestyle. Arizona's economy and affordable living are significant selling points for home buyers and newcomers. According to Nerdwallet, Phoenix is only the 85th most expensive city out of 268 in their database. In addition, living in Phoenix is less expensi...

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HARRISBURG–Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced that his office filed charges against contractor Michael Bloom of Williamsport, PA. Bloom entered into contracts with six Pennsylvania residents to install elevators in their homes. He took deposits from the six homeowners, but never followed through with the installations. "The law is clear on this," said AG Shapiro. "Contractors can't enter into a contract, accept money from a homeowner, and then fail to deliver — and that's just what Bloom did. He pocketed $86,110 from his clients and did none of the work he promised. That's theft, and my office won't stand for it, we're taking action to get Pennsylvanians their money back." Five of the homeowners left in the lurch by Bloom were over 60 years old. In all six cases, Bloom took deposits and provided little or no services in return. When residents requested refunds, Bloom refused to return the deposits. Bloom has been charged with 37 ...

Jennifer Huffman As of 11:19 a.m. on Thursday, the 16-by-50-foot concrete pad at the top of 5440 Silverado Trail was just an empty space. By 11:38 a.m., a complete three-bedroom, three-bath home had been installed on top of the foundation. "There was nothing there five minutes ago," said project developer and contractor Laura Parker with a laugh. "I'm just amazed to see a finished product" appear in such a short time, she said. Support local news coverage and the people who report it by subscribing to the Napa Valley Register.  ...