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Couple find rare 18th century treasure under carpet

A Lancashire couple's simple home renovation project turned into an extraordinary historical discovery when they pulled up their old carpet to find a collection of rare 18th century prints worth thousands.

Albanian drug dealer wins prison human rights case

Convicted Albanian drug dealer wins human rights case against Italian prison conditions while Britain faces criticism for failed deportation. Exclusive details reveal the legal loopholes exploited in this controversial international case.

Antiques Roadshow ring exposed as worthless glass

A stunning colour-changing ring that captivated Antiques Roadshow experts was revealed to be nothing more than 'dirty glass' in a shocking valuation reversal that left its owner devastated.

Louvre's 76M masterpiece heist: Duo arrested

Two suspects arrested in dramatic police operation for allegedly stealing priceless 17th-century artwork from Paris museum in what authorities call 'the theft of the century'

Royal pearl tiara sells for £189,000 at auction

A magnificent pearl and diamond tiara worn by generations of aristocratic women at royal occasions fetches nearly £200,000 at auction, marking a significant moment in British jewellery history.

Albanian drug dealer wins UK deportation appeal

An Albanian drug dealer convicted of running a cannabis farm has successfully avoided deportation after a judge ruled he showed genuine remorse and had learned his lesson, sparking debate about UK immigration decisions.

BBC antiques expert's neighbour dispute nightmare

Distinguished BBC antiques dealer Adrian Higham reveals how a bitter neighbour dispute over parking and noise has transformed his peaceful £800,000 Surrey home into a daily battle, with police interventions and council complaints becoming routine.

Judge spares drug dealer over 'slavery trauma' claim

A controversial judge has ignited fury after citing the 'historical trauma of slavery' as reason to avoid sentencing a convicted drug dealer to prison, in a ruling that's raising serious questions about judicial impartiality.

GM Slashes Dealer Incentives Amid Market Shift

General Motors dramatically cuts dealer incentives amid changing market conditions, signalling potential price increases for consumers as automotive industry faces new challenges.

Nelson's Trafalgar watches to sell for £1.2 million

Extraordinary timepieces belonging to Admiral Lord Nelson's trusted lieutenants during the Battle of Trafalgar, including one worn as Nelson lay dying, are expected to sell for over £1.2 million at auction.

Liam Payne's cocaine supplier left evidence trail

Exclusive: The drug dealer who supplied cocaine to One Direction star Liam Payne left behind incriminating evidence after the singer's health crisis, revealing shocking details about their transactions and the extent of Payne's substance abuse.

Robert the Bruce Era Stained Glass Discovered in Shop

A stunning 14th-century stained glass panel depicting Scottish nobility, dating back to the time of Robert the Bruce, has been uncovered in an Edinburgh antiques shop after being misidentified for decades.

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