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In 1978, Richard Branson bought a Caribbean island for $180,000 to impress a woman; Necker now provides a habitat for more than 140 species
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- Richard Branson bought Necker Island in 1978 for about $180,000 and transformed it into a luxury resort.
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Nov 3, 2026 · Updated 11/3/2026, 6:13:41 AM · Reported with: Hindustan Times World
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