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Nazi heiress has stolen masterpiece seized in police raid

German police have confiscated a priceless Expressionist masterpiece by Heinrich Campendonk from the home of 82-year-old Nazi heiress Helga Hengge. The painting, 'Rotes Bild mit Pferden' (Red Picture with Horses), was stolen from its Jewish owner in a for

Art Fraudster's Ex Reveals Life Inside $86M Scandal

Victoria Baker-Harber, the British ex-fiancée of convicted art fraudster Inigo Philbrick, reveals the shocking details of their luxury lifestyle funded by his $86 million scam and her world's dramatic collapse.

Nazi-looted Chagall painting returned after 80 years

A long-lost Marc Chagall painting, stolen by the Nazis in 1940, has been formally returned to the artist's heirs in a poignant ceremony at a Manhattan museum, closing a chapter on an eight-decade quest for justice.

Bizarre new Guinness World Records for 2025 revealed

The latest edition of Guinness World Records is here, celebrating the most extraordinary human and animal achievements from across the globe, including a record-breaking centenarian gymnast and the world's tallest rideable bicycle.

Autumn 2025 Art Preview: Picasso to Marshall in UK

Discover the season's most anticipated art shows across Britain, from a revolutionary Picasso re-hang at Tate Modern to Kerry James Marshall's monumental London debut and the Lee Miller surrealism showcase.

Made in Chelsea Star Jailed in £86m Art Fraud

Exclusive: Former Made in Chelsea star and art world prodigy Alexander 'Alex' Mytton has been sentenced to prison for masterminding a sophisticated £86 million forgery ring that duped elite collectors and shook the international art market to its core.

Bizarre Unclaimed Guinness World Records Revealed!

To celebrate its 70th anniversary, Guinness World Records has unveiled a treasure trove of wacky, unclaimed titles, from the largest haggis to the fastest marathon in high heels. Discover how you could become a record-holder.

Women's Rugby World Cup Lopsided Scores Spark Crisis Talks

Exclusive analysis reveals a worrying trend of record-breaking, one-sided victories at the Women's Rugby World Cup, prompting calls for a major overhaul of the tournament's structure and qualification process to ensure competitive fairness.

JD Vance's WWII Gaffe: Senator's Factually Flawed Claims

US Senator JD Vance faces a storm of criticism from historians and political opponents after making a series of factually incorrect claims about the causes of World War II during a podcast interview, attempting to downplay the threat of a resurgent Russia

Trump's World Cup Draw Role Sparks FIFA Controversy

Former US President Donald Trump's surprise involvement in the 2026 World Cup draw sparks major controversy, drawing sharp criticism from football associations and human rights groups. FIFA President Gianni Infantino defends the decision.

Japan's RWC Bid Withdrawal Boosts Ireland's 2027 Hopes

Japan's shock withdrawal from the 2027 Rugby World Cup bidding race paves the way for Ireland to potentially host the tournament. Discover the implications for Irish rugby and the global bidding landscape.

Cambridge academic quits job to travel world permanently

A former University of Cambridge administrator made the life-altering decision to leave her secure job, sell her possessions, and embark on a permanent global adventure, redefining the meaning of work and freedom.

Samoa stun Australia in historic Rugby World Cup shock

In a seismic Women's Rugby World Cup shock, Manusina Samoa pulled off a breathtaking 17-14 victory over the heavily favoured Wallaroos, throwing Pool B wide open and igniting their own knockout stage dreams.

War Hero, 105, Shares His Secret to a Long and Happy Life

At the remarkable age of 105, World War II veteran Ron Priestley shares his timeless secrets to a long, happy life and a lasting marriage, offering a poignant glimpse into history and a masterclass in love and resilience.

Trump: Offer Putin World Cup to End Ukraine War

Exclusive: In a stunning revelation, former President Donald Trump claims he privately advised Vladimir Putin to resolve the Ukraine conflict by offering Russia the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The controversial proposal, detailed in a forthcoming book, has ignit

Gower Power & Deep Sea Dances: The UK's Art Week

From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.

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