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Bubble House Hits the Market After 50 Years

Originally Published 6 months ago — by Curbed

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The iconic bubble house in Lenox Hill, known for its space-age exterior and swivel oval windows, is for sale for the first time in 50 years at $5.75 million. Originally built in 1969 by architect Maurice Medcalfe, it has been owned by Rabbi Arthur Schneier since 1974 and features a traditional interior layout that requires renovation, with its distinctive exterior largely preserved.

Celebrating 55 Years Since Apollo 11's Historic Moon Landing

Originally Published 1 year ago — by NASA

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In July 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong, Michael Collins, and Buzz Aldrin successfully landed on the Moon, fulfilling President Kennedy's goal. The mission included iconic moments such as Armstrong's first step and the collection of lunar samples, which were analyzed shortly after the crew's return to Earth. The event marked a significant milestone in human space exploration.