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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Whatever happened to Jeffrey Epstein's 'house of horrors' in Palm Beach?
The Palm Beach lakefront mansion once owned by the convicted sex-offender Jeffrey Epstein — and demolished about eight months after his death — is back on the radar of news organizations, as questions continue to mount about whether U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi will release the so-called "Epstein files." Bondi's Justice Department issued a statement July 7 confirming Epstein died by suicide in August 2019 in a New York jail cell and saying no further records would be released. The Justice Department and the FBI at the time also said there was no evidence that Epstein kept a "client list" of people who took part in what prosecutors have described as a multi-year sex-trafficking scheme that included Epstein's sexual assault of underage girls and young women. Epstein's Palm Beach residence was a key site where many of the crimes committed by the self-styled financier occurred, investigators said. Underage girls from Palm Beach County told investigators they were assaulted at the Palm Beach mansion as well as Epstein's homes in New York, New Mexico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. When he died, Epstein faced federal charges of conspiracy and sex trafficking. In 2008, Epstein had pleaded guilty to two Florida felony counts that included solicitation of a minor. He served nearly 13 months in the Palm Beach County Jail before being released for a year of probation on house arrest until August 2010. His accomplice and former girlfriend Ghislane Maxwell is serving a 20-year prison sentence on federal sex-trafficking charges. Although President Donald Trump has publicly downplayed the importance of the files, the controversy continues to brew, not only in courts of law but in the court of public opinion. Among those calling for the files' release are members of Congress and Trump supporters who identify with his "Make America Great Again" movement. Here's a look back at the infamous house that in 2021 was sold for millions of dollars and then promptly demolished. When did Epstein buy the property and what did the house look like? The residence had stood since 1952 on three-quarters of an acre facing 170 feet on the Intracoastal Waterway at the end of a quiet dead-end street in Palm Beach's Estate Section. With a total of 14,223 square feet, the compound included the main house, a cabana building by the swimming pool and a separate building used by household staff. With Bermuda-style architecture, the house had been designed originally by society architect John L. Volk but had been extensively remodeled. The house had a white-stucco exterior, a gray roof, simple balcony railings and an exterior spiral staircase leading to and from the pool deck. Epstein had paid $2.5 million in 1990 for the house, which at the time carried the address of 358 El Brillo Way. In 2011, he transferred its ownership from his name to an entity named Laurel Inc., a company registered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Who bought and demolished the house? A company affiliated with Palm Beach and Miami developer and real estate investor Todd Michael Glaser paid $18.5 million for the house in March 2020, and crews demolished residence the next month. Workers used heavy equipment to pull down the walls of the mansion. They tore into it again and again, starting on the east side — where vines still clung to the walls, blooming with flowers that were soon crushed — and eating through the house toward the waterfront. Before he purchased the house, Glaser had told the Daily News that it would be personally satisfying to see the house knocked down. That sentiment was shared by his real estate broker Lawrence Moens of Lawrence A. Moens Associates, who helped put together the sale. 'I only got involved in the sale of Jeffrey Epstein's residence to ensure it would be wiped off the map of Palm Beach,' Moens told the Palm Beach Daily News. What happened to proceeds from the sale of the house? Executors for Epstein's estate sold the house, and proceeds went to the estate, according to published reports. A compensation fund had been established for his alleged sexual-abuse victims. An attorney for the estate told the Wall Street Journal that proceeds from the house sale and Epstein's other properties would be subject to claims on the estate, such as taxing authorities, creditors and claimants. How did the local community and others view the demolition? In informal conversations with the Palm Beach Daily News at the time of the demolition, several residents said they were thrilled that house, which represented such a dark chapter in the town's history, was gone. Fort Lauderdale attorney Brad Edwards, who has represented — in various legal actions — dozens of clients who said Epstein sexually abused them, said the demolition could be viewed in some ways as cathartic. 'I think that the symbolic power of destroying the house of horrors cannot be overstated,' Edwards told the Palm Beach Daily News when the house was razed. 'I can imagine there is going to be some amount of relief that the nightmare of what went on at the house has been buried to some degree.' What ended up happening to the property? Although Glaser had announced he would develop a new house on speculation on the property, those plans never came to fruition. In July 2021, the Palm Beach Architectural Commission rejected the design of a house Glaser had proposed to build on the property. Two months later, Glaser's company sold the vacant lot for a recorded $26 million. As of the end of July 2025, a new custom home was nearing completion on the property, which has been assigned a new address. Reporting by Bart Jansen and John Kennedy of USA Today and by Kristina Webb of the Palm Beach Daily News contributed to this report. Darrell Hofheinz is a USA TODAY Network of Florida journalist who writes about Palm Beach real estate in his weekly 'Beyond the Hedges' column. He welcomes tips about real estate news on the island. Emaildhofheinz@ call 561-820-3831 or tweet @PBDN_Hofheinz. Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Daily News: Whatever happened to Jeffrey Epstein's Palm Beach 'house of horrors'? Solve the daily Crossword
Irish Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Irish Daily Mirror
Next shoppers say €33.50 knee-length shorts are 'just right' and 'comfortable'
Finding the perfect pair of shorts can be a challenge, especially for those who prefer to keep their legs covered. However, Next customers have discovered a longer-length pair that offers comfort without sacrificing style. The Knee Length Bermuda Denim Shorts are available in four versatile colours: mid blue, dark inky blue, ecru, and bleach. Priced at €33.50, these shorts are crafted from a cotton-rich, slightly-stretchy denim that prioritises comfort while maintaining an authentic look. Designed to fall just above the knee, these Bermuda-style shorts offer a flattering fit that can be easily adjusted by rolling them up for a shorter look. They feature a classic five-pocket design, button and zip fastening, and can be dressed up or down to suit any summer occasion. Pair them with your favourite tops, from casual t-shirts and vests to dressier blouses and lightweight jumpers, for a relaxed yet put-together look. Numerous customers have praised these shorts for their comfort and style. One reviewer commented: "I like the longer length shorts - these are just right," reports Birmingham Live. Another satisfied customer said: "Lovely shorts, great colour and very comfortable to wear, good quality fabric, well made, would definitely recommend." A third reviewer raved: "Really comfortable knee length shorts, I wear them a lot. Great value for the money." Other customers, such as Kim, have found that these shorts cater to their needs: "Perfect fit for ladies with larger legs like myself." Meanwhile, Louise appreciates the stylish yet modest design: "I like the longer length of these shorts, it's so hard to find longer shorts that still look young and fun." However, a few individuals noted that the sizing was on the tight side, with one reviewer commenting: "I am really disappointed with the sizing. Had to go up a size and they are still too small." The Knee Length Bermuda Denim Shorts can be snapped up on the Next website, available in petite and regular sizes.
New York Post
09-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Teardown home inside Mar-a-Lago's security zone asks $18.9M
A Palm Beach teardown near Mar-a-Lago, inside the presidential security zone, has hit the market for $18.9 million. Despite the high price, there is a bit of flexibility for this property's future. 'It could be viewed as a new-construction opportunity or a gut-renovation project. But it is [an] oversized lot in the estate section within the security zone,' said a source familiar with the listing. Advertisement 9 An aerial image of the property for sale. Global Video Pros 9 Its look is charming. IBI designs Inc. 9 A look inside the elegant interiors. IBI designs Inc. 9 The residence fills with light. IBI designs Inc. Advertisement These days, that's priceless. 'This is an extremely rare find under $20 million in the estate section of Palm Beach in the last 12 months,' said listing broker Margit Brandt, of Premier Estate Properties. The presidential security zone is 'probably just a quarter mile,' as Gimme Shelter previously reported. Brandt previously said 'that it has become a desirable stretch for people who value privacy and security. It's like you're part of a private, secret club.' The 5,276-square-foot home is at 145 Clarendon Ave. It features five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and a gazebo. Built in 1951, by renowned architect Marion Sims Wyeth, the Bermuda-style home sits on .55 acres — just steps from the ocean and the Intracoastal. Advertisement Inside, there's a living room, a family room, a study, a den and a kitchen with a butler's pantry. Design details include high ceilings, wood floors and well-proportioned rooms. 9 There's room for a home office. IBI designs Inc. 9 The dining room. IBI designs Inc. 9 The home opens to the pool and gazebo. IBI designs Inc. Advertisement 9 The heated pool is charming and just a small walk to the ocean. IBI designs Inc. 9 The residence was built in 1951. IBI designs Inc. 'We have seen historically low inventory. This home offers the ability to live in paradise with the safety and security of the presidential security zone,' she added. There's also easy access to the beach. The listing is part of a 'post-presidential boom' in area real estate, Brandt told Gimme, which over the last year has been called the 'Trump bump.' She added that at least six homes in the presidential security zone have sold since Trump was elected president last November. Their closing prices span $12 million to $27.5 million, according to reports.
Tom's Guide
03-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Tom's Guide
I swear by Johnnie-O golf apparel, and this rare sale means it's time to stock up on my favorites — up to 50% off
I love Johnnie-O. Ever since I discovered the brand, I've been obsessed with the polos and pants it offers. For comfort and style, it's impossible to beat the company's goodies. But it's prohibitively expensive. I'm talking about $100 or more for a polo with even higher prices for pants and other items. Currently, Johnnie-O is hosting an end-of-season sale, offering 50% off all apparel items. It's so rare for Johnnie-O to have sales, so when you have a chance to get some of the best golf apparel on the market at a discounted price, you want to jump on it quickly. To get more deals, be sure to check out the best early Amazon Prime Day deals available now. If you're a big fan of Johnnie-O products like me, you might want to snag a hat to represent your favorite golf clothing brand on and off the course — especially with the UPF 50 sun blocking. I have a different Johnnie-O hat and I love it. Johnnie-O has recently brought back its cotton polos, and while they may not be the best choice for a hot summer day, they're incredibly comfortable. I have one, and I would recommend going up a size to ensure you have enough room. This is the other version of the classic four-button polo from Johnnie-O, featuring a solid pattern instead of stripes. You'll still want to size up, but if you crave comfort, this is a great polo to grab. This is one of Johnnie-O's performance polos, perfect for those hot summer rounds. It's made with 93% polyester and 7% spandex, which is a great blend. I wear my Johnnie-O performance polo whenever it comes out of the wash, as it's one of my favorite golf polos (and I have a lot of golf polos). This shirt offers a different feel than the jersey one, while still being made with 93% Polyester and 7% Spandex. It's moisture-wicking and breathable for maximum on-course comfort. The daisy pattern offers a bit of visual interest without being over-the-top — a staple of Johnnie-O's apparel. This polo is made from 88% Polyester and 12% Spandex, which makes it slightly lighter than other polos from the company. Johnnie-O says it's 30% lighter than the standard jersey, which is even better for keeping cool in the heat. Johnnie-O makes my favorite pair of pants (specifically the Momentum Stretch Knit Performance Pant), but those aren't on sale. However, this lightweight pair of cotton-blend shorts is, and they're worth getting with a $30 discount. These are described as being "like a classic Bermuda-style short with lightweight fabric and a touch of stretch," so they're versatile.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
House in Trump security zone is listed for $12.5 million
Another Palm Beach house is up for grabs in the security zone that borders President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club. The four-bedroom house at 112 Algoma Road is priced at $12.5 million and is a potential tear-down, according to the May 20 sales listing. The street is the third one north of Mar-a-Lago in the neighborhood that closes to through-traffic when the president is in residence at his private club. Built in 1952, the one-story house on Algoma Road is being marketed in the local multiple listing service in two categories – single-family homes and land. With 2,930 total square feet, the Bermuda-style house stands on a non-waterfront lot of about a third of an acre. It's the second house west of South Ocean Boulevard, which divides a row of direct-beachfront homes from the rest of the Estate Section. The house has been in the same family for nearly 45 years. Property records show its owned through a trust by Joyce S. Vaughn, who has it homesteaded as her primary residence in the latest Palm Beach County tax rolls. She bought the house for a recorded $385,000 in 1981 with her late husband, management-consulting executive Clother Hathaway Vaughn III. He died in 2019 at 85. Agent Margit Brandt of Premier Estate Properties holds the listing, which describes the property as having a 'bespoke' location with a 'truly elite level of privacy' and nearby deeded beach access. The listing says the house has a swimming pool but provides no details about the home's interior. 'Looking at the market today, 112 Algoma is the only dry lot available for sale in Palm Beach's Estate Section,' Brandt told the Palm Beach Daily News. 'It is also the only piece of land publicly available (in the MLS's land category) in the presidential security zone adjacent to Mar-a-Lago. This presents a special opportunity for a buyer to build their dream home in one of the most coveted, exclusive locations in the world.' Since early December, six residential properties in the Mar-a-Lago security zone have sold at prices ranging from $12 million to $27.5 million. Among those sales was another on Algoma Road. In December, that never-lived-in, five-bedroom house developed on speculation at 130 Algoma Road changed hands for a recorded $14.3 million. Two other houses are 'active' listings in the MLS's single-family category in the same neighborhood. An estate at 160 Clarendon Ave. is offered at $48.85 million by broker Lawrence Moens of Lawrence A. Moens Associates, while a house at 1048 S. Ocean Blvd. is listed at $23.95 million by agent Elizabeth DeWoody of Compass Florida. One other neighborhood house is listed in the 'pending' category of the MLS, meaning it is under contract. That's a four-bedroom house at 142 Via Palma with 7,633 total square feet, listed by Brandt at $18.95 million. When Trump is at Mar-a-Lago, security officers shut down South Ocean Boulevard in the neighborhood, opening the road only to property owners or their authorized visitors, representatives or workers. The security zone runs north from the club property for seven blocks, or about half a mile, to South County Road. Because the area is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Intracoastal Waterway on the other, the roadblock effectively divides the town in two, forcing through-traffic to detour across bridges into West Palm Beach and back. Darrell Hofheinz is a USA TODAY Network of Florida journalist who writes about Palm Beach real estate in his weekly 'Beyond the Hedges' column. He welcomes tips about real estate news on the island. Email dhofheinz@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Daily News: $12.5M listing in Mar-a-Lago security zone is a possible tear-down
