The Feed April 8th

Merge 104.8  |  08 April 2026

Taylor Swift has now reached an estimated net worth of $2 billion, making her the richest female musician in the world. Her fortune includes nearly $800 million from royalties and touring, a music catalog valued at approximately $600 million, and roughly $110 million in real estate holdings. For comparison, Madonna is often estimated at around $850 million, while Beyoncé’s net worth is about $1 billion.

 

Sharon Osbourne is selling the California home she shared with her late husband, Ozzy, and has listed it on the market for $17 million. They purchased the 1920s home 11 years ago for $11.85 million and had previously listed it for $18 million in 2022 before dropping the price. Sharon has now decided to sell the estate, which is located five miles from downtown Los Angeles.

 

A company in Japan has developed a loaf of bread with a soft white crust designed to reduce food waste. Since many people remove traditional crusts when making sandwiches, this new design keeps the outer layer just as soft and appealing as the interior. The goal is to minimise food waste by encouraging people to eat the entire slice without trimming.