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Why Shackleton's Endurance sank: Mystery solved

Groundbreaking research reveals the shocking truth behind the sinking of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, solving a century-old polar mystery that has captivated explorers and historians alike.

NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster

In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.

300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach

A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.

Million-pound coin haul found off Florida coast

Divers discover rare Spanish colonial coins worth over £1 million in spectacular underwater find along Florida's famous Treasure Coast, rewriting history one coin at a time.

Antiques Roadshow's £6k ship log stuns experts

A remarkable piece of maritime history, the log book from the ship that inspired the first lifeboat service, leaves experts speechless with its staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow.

Artefacts recovered from Titanic sister ship wreck

Maritime archaeologists have triumphantly recovered a trove of artefacts from the wreck of the HMHS Britannic, the Titanic's sister ship, in a groundbreaking expedition off the coast of Greece. The findings offer a poignant new window into the ship's trag

Titanic Expert: Victims' Spirits Trapped in Ocean Vortex

A renowned Titanic expert has made a spine-tingling claim that the souls of those who perished in the 1912 disaster are not at rest, but remain trapped at the bottom of the ocean, creating a 'supernatural vortex' of energy.

Real 'Conjuring' House Sells in Spooky Halloween Auction

The infamous Rhode Island farmhouse that inspired 'The Conjuring' film franchise has sold at auction for an undisclosed sum, just in time for Halloween. Discover the chilling history and new ownership of this world-renowned paranormal hotspot.

Rare Marvel comics collection could sell for £1.5m

A staggering collection of 25,000 Marvel comics, including ultra-rare first appearances of Spider-Man and The Avengers, is set to smash records at auction with an estimated value of £1.5 million.

Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar

The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.

Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £2.2 Million

An iconic piece of cinema history, the original Darth Vader lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back', has been sold for a colossal £2.2 million ($2.7m) at a prestigious auction in London, setting a new record for Star Wars memorabilia.

Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £2.7 Million

An original lightsaber prop used by David Prowse as Darth Vader in The Empire Strikes Back has fetched a galactic £2.7 million at auction in Los Angeles, setting a new record for Star Wars memorabilia.

Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £195,000

A piece of cinema history has sold for a record-breaking £195,000 at a British auction house, as the original Darth Vader lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back' finds a new dark lord.

Cold War nuclear bunker near Bristol goes to auction

A rare piece of Cold War history is up for sale. Discover the unique opportunity to own a decommissioned nuclear bunker near Bristol, complete with original features and planning permission for a unique conversion.

£30k Bungalow For Sale In Cornwall (With A Big Catch)

A three-bedroom bungalow in a picturesque village is listed for an astonishing £30,000, a fraction of typical UK property prices. Discover the unique opportunity and the significant condition attached to this seemingly unbelievable deal.

Secret D-Day maps found in £10 job lot set for £150k auction

A stunning historical discovery has been made as a set of top-secret D-Day assault maps, bought for just £10, are expected to sell for an astonishing £150,000 at auction. The maps, used for the Normandy landings, reveal intricate Allied invasion plans.

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