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Playboy Mansion’s stunning refresh revealed following a 5-year renovation by billionaire owner
The mansion’s new billionaire steward, Daren Metropoulos, made some eye-catching upgrades to the storied property.
Who is the billionaire who transformed the iconic Playboy Mansion after five years of renovations? Here's how it looks now
The Playboy Mansion, once owned by Hugh Hefner, was bought by Daren Metropoulos in 2016. After five years of big changes, ...
Poe Hall likely to get more money in NC budget. How about other projects?
Learn more in The N&O’s higher ed newsletter about key projects state lawmakers seem to agree on funding ahead of budget ...