Home AloneDirector Reveals How the McCallister Family Afforded That Amazing House

Chris Columbus and the house from ‘Home Alone’.Photo:JB Lacroix/Getty; Erin Hooley/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty JB Lacroix/Getty; Erin Hooley/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Chris Columbus is weighing in on the McCallisters' professions — and how they could have possibly made enough money to buythathouse. The famous Winnetka, Ill., mansion inHome Alonehas been the subject of speculation since the movie debuted in 1990. How did Kevin’s parents afford that house — and afford a massive family trip to Paris around the holidays?

Home of Celtics Star Jaylen Brown’s Mom Is Broken into as String of Athlete Robberies Continue

Jaylen Brown and Mechalle Brown.Photo:Jamie McCarthy/Getty Jamie McCarthy/Getty Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown appears to be the latest high-profile athlete to be targeted in a string of home invasions at the homes of athletes and their families, according to a new local report. Local WCVBreportson Thursday, Dec. 19 that the mother of Brown, 28, had her home broken into in Wellesley, Mass., on Sunday while she was home. Citing a source with the Wellesley Police Department, the outlet reports that the thieves allegedly believed they were breaking into Brown’s homeWCVB alsoreportsthat Celtics assistant coach Amile Jefferson had his home broken into on the same night, where thieves reportedly stole an NBA Championship ring.

Home Where Matthew Perry Died Saved by Heroic Neighbors amid L.A. Fires, New Owner Says

Matthew Perry in November 2022.Photo:Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic The Pacific Palisades home where Matthew Perry died has survived theLos Angeles wildfires. Thenew owner of the property,Anita Verma-Lallian, confirmed that the fires did not destroy the lateFriendsactor’s former home inan Instagram postshared on Friday, Jan. 10. “We want to express our deepest gratitude to the brave firefighters, our amazing neighbors, and the entire Palisades community for their help, strength, and support during this heartbreaking time,” Verma-Lallian wrote, in part.

Homeowner Who Refuses to Compromise with His Girlfriend on a Kitchen Renovation Has Reddit Divided

A couple fighting while painting a wall (stock image).Photo:Getty Getty A man is refusing to compromise with his girlfriend on ahome renovation— and the Reddit community is divided over whether he’s in the wrong.The man shared his story on the site’s popular“Am I the A——”forum on Friday, Jan. 31, noting that while his girlfriend lives with him, he owns the property and pays the mortgage.He detailed how he is in the process of renovating the house — a project which he notes he is solely financing — and that he and his girlfriend are in disagreement on one significant detail: the kitchen.

Hot Dr Pepper with Lemons Is Apparently the Holiday's Most 'Delicious' Drink: 'Don't Knock It 'Til You Try It'

In a video posted on Instagram, userMorgan Chomps kickstarted a new trend: Dr Pepper, most commonly consumed cold, warmed up in a CrockPot and garnished with some fresh lemon. Morgan said that while her mother was in high school, hot Dr Pepper was the go-to warm drink at concession stands. When her mom made the drink for her, she instantly loved it. The recipe, the user explains, only requires three things — a two-liter bottle of Dr Pepper, a fresh lemon and a slow cooker.