Svalinn, a Montana-based company, provides elite guard dogs for discerning pet owners, offering German shepherd, Dutch shepherd, and Belgian Malinois mixes trained on its ranch for two to three years. These dogs are fierce protectors yet maintain the loyalty and affection of any other pet. Svalinn sells a limited number, with only around 350 in existence. GK Elite, the outfitter for the US women's gymnastics team, will bedazzle the team's leotards for the Paris Olympics with over 10,000 crystals. The outfits, if sold in stores, would cost approximately $5k each, but a replica version utilizing spangles instead of crystals will be available for $90. Joby Aviation's hydrogen-powered vertical takeoff and landing vehicle (VTOL) completed a successful 523-mile test flight. This VTOL aims to offer an eco-friendly alternative to private jets in the future. Challenges remain, including the high production cost of hydrogen power and the current reliance on natural gas for hydrogen production in the US. However, the US government's $7B initiative could boost the adoption of 'green hydrogen'. Bankrate's report highlights the growing hidden costs of homeownership in the US, which have risen by 26% since 2020. The average annual hidden costs, including property taxes, insurance, maintenance, repairs, and utilities, amount to $18,118 per homeowner. Factors contributing to this increase include rising energy and labor prices, more frequent natural disasters leading to higher insurance premiums, and Hawaii stands out with the highest average hidden cost per year, reaching about $29k.