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Klimt portrait sells for £179.7m at Sotheby's auction

Gustav Klimt's 'Portrait of Elisabeth Lederer' has sold for a staggering £179.7m at Sotheby's, becoming the second most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. Discover the story behind this record-breaking sale.

German Holocaust Artefacts Auction Cancelled

A controversial auction of Holocaust artefacts in Germany has been scrapped following complaints from survivors. Read how the 'System of Terror' sale was stopped.

Pro-Palestinian protesters storm Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

Shocking scenes unfolded in Paris as pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted an Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra concert, leading to violent clashes with police and audience members. Flares were lit inside the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées during t

Paris Battles Major Bedbug Infestation Crisis

Paris faces a growing bedbug infestation affecting homes, hotels and public transport, prompting urgent government action and raising health concerns ahead of key events.

Paris on a Budget: Beautiful Experiences Under €100

Discover how savvy travellers are enjoying Paris's most beautiful experiences without breaking the bank. From secret gardens to affordable dining, our guide reveals how to experience Parisian magic for less than €100.

Shein's Paris store opening sparks fashion fury

Fast-fashion giant Shein faces mounting backlash as it prepares to launch its first permanent European store in Paris, drawing protests from politicians and sustainability advocates.

Petty criminals behind shocking Louvre jewellery heist

Shocking details emerge as Paris prosecutors confirm the Louvre Museum's prestigious jewellery collection was stolen by amateur criminals in a daring overnight heist that exposed serious security flaws.

Winnie Harlow's Neapolitan Halloween Look Stuns

Supermodel Winnie Harlow delivered a delicious fashion statement at Michael Braun's Halloween party, joining Paris Jackson and Paris Hilton in an unforgettable night of celebrity style and spooky celebrations.

Lost Canaletto Masterpiece Could Fetch £5 Million

A breathtaking Canaletto painting of Venice's Grand Canal, hidden from public view for nearly a century, emerges for spectacular Sotheby's sale this autumn. Art experts hail the 18th-century masterpiece as 'extraordinarily fresh' and 'perfectly preserved'

Billionaire gloats as Block contestants get nothing

Billionaire Adrian Portelli celebrates brutal Block finale outcome where contestants walked away with nothing after his dramatic auction tactics. The property tycoon's social media gloating sparks controversy.

The Block House Sells for $4.25 Million Below Reserve

In a stunning property auction upset, contestants from The Block Australia watched in horror as their meticulously renovated house sold for a massive loss, leaving dreams shattered and questions unanswered about the reality TV property gamble.

Louvre Heist Foiled: Two Arrested in Paris

French police apprehend two individuals attempting to steal priceless artefacts from the Louvre Museum in Paris, preventing what could have been one of the most significant art thefts in recent history.

Louvre Museum evacuated after bomb threat

The iconic Louvre Museum in Paris was abruptly evacuated on Saturday following a written bomb threat, sending tourists scrambling as French authorities launched a security operation.

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