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War Hero's Victoria Cross Fetches £318,000

The Victoria Cross awarded to Captain Reginald Haine for his bravery against 100 Germans has sold for £318,000. Discover the story of this WWI hero's incredible gallantry.

Honest man gets nothing for £616k gold bar find

A man in France who reported discovering gold bars worth £616,000 in his garden faces receiving no reward. Discover the legal battle over the hidden treasure and its surprising outcome.

Veteran's WWI medals stolen on Armistice Day

A veteran's priceless collection of First World War medals was stolen from his Oxfordshire home while he attended an Armistice Day memorial service. Police are appealing for information.

Winter Sports Oppose Coe's Cross-Country Olympic Plan

Sebastian Coe's proposal to add cross-country running to the 2030 Winter Olympics faces fierce opposition from traditional snow sports federations. Discover the conflict threatening the Games' heritage.

Basketball great Lenny Wilkens dies aged 88

Legendary NBA coach and player Lenny Wilkens, a three-time Basketball Hall of Fame inductee, has passed away at 88. Remember his incredible legacy and impact on the sport.

World's oldest Olympian dies aged 101

Hungarian shooting champion Károly Takács, the world's oldest Olympian, dies at 101. The double gold medalist's remarkable career spanned wars and personal tragedy to achieve Olympic glory.

Bank of England gold at risk in security strike

Exclusive: The Bank of England faces an unprecedented security crisis as guards protecting Britain's £200 billion gold reserves prepare to walk out over pay disputes, raising alarm about the safety of the nation's wealth.

Indonesia bans Israeli gymnasts from Olympic qualifier

Indonesian sports authorities face International Olympic Committee scrutiny after blocking Israeli athletes from a crucial Olympic qualifying event, raising concerns about political discrimination in international sport.

Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate

French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.

Sydney Gold Rush: Record Demand at ABC Bullion

Sydney's premier gold dealer ABC Bullion experiences unprecedented demand as investors flock to safe-haven assets amid global economic uncertainty and soaring gold prices reaching record highs.

Gold Prices Soar to Record Highs: Analysis & Insights

Gold prices have surged to unprecedented levels, breaking through key resistance barriers. Discover the economic forces behind this remarkable rally and expert insights on whether this golden run has further to go.

Titmus to retire after Paris Olympics defence

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she will retire from competitive swimming after defending her Olympic titles in Paris, marking the end of an era for the champion known as 'The Terminator'.

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