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Richard Branson's Caribbean Retreat Ruined by Hurricane Irene
Remy Stern · 08/27/11 02:11PMRichard Branson's sprawling home on his private island in the Caribbean tragically burned to the ground this week after it was struck by lightning caused by Hurricane Irene. Fortunately no one was injured, thanks in part to actress Kate Winslet, who was vacationing on the island and carried Branson's 90-year-old mother to safety.
Every Rich Freak Has a Private Island Now
Hamilton Nolan · 07/29/11 03:28PMHave you been "laboring" under the impression that our economy is bad right now. Not so! The WSJ points out that the super high-end real estate market, at least, is doing just fine, which is a relief. There's never been a better time to purchase a luxurious private island that could hypothetically be used as a terrifying sex dungeon!