Oscar Wilde's letter mocks vegetarians at auction
A newly unearthed 1887 letter from Oscar Wilde reveals his scorn for vegetarians, claiming 'Brussels sprouts make people bloodthirsty'. The document is now up for auction in London.
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Family's Auction House Renovation Becomes a Costly Nightmare
A UK family bought a derelict 1920s house at auction, but a burst pipe, a failed building inspection, and a rotten roof turned their dream project into a stressful saga. Discover their story.
Auction house renovation turns into nightmare for family
A UK family shares their shocking renovation journey after buying a rundown 1920s house at auction, facing burst pipes, failed inspections, and a rotten roof. Read their cautionary tale.
Japanese tuna auction sets new record at $3.2 million
A colossal 535-pound bluefin tuna fetched a staggering $3.2 million at Tokyo's Toyosu market auction. Discover the story behind this record-breaking New Year sale.
Antiques expert's £80k 'holy grail' military medals dream
Antiques Road Trip star Angus Ashworth reveals his dream find: rare Victoria Cross and Napoleonic medals worth up to £80,000. Discover his top tips for hidden treasures.
Antiques expert's 'holy grail' medals worth up to £80k
Antiques Road Trip star Angus Ashworth shares his dream finds: rare Victoria Cross and Napoleonic War medals. Discover the booming market for country house treasures and 90s nostalgia.
John Terry auctions infamous 2008 penalty slip shirt for charity
Chelsea legend John Terry is auctioning iconic memorabilia, including the shirt from his 2008 Champions League final slip. Proceeds go to his foundation. Bidding starts December 31.
Rare Gandhi Statue Maquette Heads to Auction
A rare bronze model of London's Mahatma Gandhi statue is set for auction, estimated at £6,000-£8,000. Discover the story behind this iconic sculpture's creation.
House Prices Stall Nationally But Rocket 9% in Northern Ireland
Halifax data shows UK property prices stalled in November, but Northern Ireland saw an 8.9% surge due to a severe housing shortage. Discover the full regional breakdown and 2026 outlook.
Man arrested for trying to buy baby at Louisiana auction
A senior citizen faces charges after an undercover sting caught him allegedly offering to purchase a 10-month-old girl from her mother. Read the shocking details of the investigation.
Man, 73, arrested for trying to buy baby at auction
A 73-year-old man is in custody after allegedly trying to purchase a 10-month-old girl at an auction house in Louisiana. Read the shocking details of the police investigation.
Fabergé's Winter Egg sells for record £22.9m in London
A jewel-studded Fabergé egg, a 1913 gift for the mother of Russia's last emperor, has sold for a staggering £22.9 million at Christie's in London, setting a new world auction record. Discover the history of this imperial masterpiece.
Tolkien's Lord of the Rings desk to be auctioned in London
The unique mahogany desk used by J.R.R. Tolkien to complete The Lord of the Rings is for sale at Christie's. Discover the history of this literary artefact.
Sandringham curtains become charity Christmas stockings
Curtains from the King's Sandringham House have been transformed into 25 luxury Christmas stockings by a sewing bee, auctioned for The King's Foundation. Bid now for a unique royal heirloom!
London's £925k derelict mews house auction stuns
A dilapidated three-bedroom mews house in Camden hits auction at £925k. Discover this North London property's shocking state and surprising redevelopment potential.
Block Couple Sell Home After Auction Failure
Emma and Ben Cox list their renovated Mornington house after failing to profit from The Block. The couple face financial strain following disastrous auction results.
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.
Cilla Black's Vintage Fashion Auction for Charity
Over 240 pieces from Cilla Black's iconic wardrobe go to auction on November 28, with prices starting at £20. Discover vintage gems supporting disadvantaged children.
German Auction of Holocaust Items Sparks Outrage
Holocaust survivors urge a German auction house to cancel the 'shameless' sale of concentration camp letters and Gestapo documents. Join the call for decency.
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.
Holocaust Survivors Protest German Artifact Auction
A Holocaust survivors group demands a German auction house cancel the sale of over 600 Holocaust artifacts, calling it a 'cynical' exploitation of suffering. Urge action now.
Gene Hackman's Secret Art Collection Unveiled at Auction
Discover Gene Hackman's hidden artistic talent and fascinating film memorabilia, including his abandoned Silence of the Lambs project, in this exclusive Bonhams auction collection.
Alan Rickman's Personal Archive Heads to Auction
Rare Alan Rickman scripts from Die Hard & Harry Potter go to auction. Discover the late actor's annotated notes & personal treasures. Bid from 5-7 Dec.
Van Der Beek auctions Dawson's Creek items for cancer care
Actor James Van Der Beek auctions Dawson's Creek treasures to fund colorectal cancer treatment, highlighting UK healthcare costs. Explore his emotional journey.
£5.7m found in £380 storage locker auction win
A lucky bidder discovered millions in cash after buying a storage unit for just £380. Read how this modern treasure hunt unfolded and what happened next.
Four dead in devastating Queensland house fire
Tragedy strikes Queensland as emergency services battle horrific house fire that claimed four lives in Brisbane's southern suburbs. Latest updates on the investigation.
Block's Britt & Taz win £1.3m profit in dramatic auction
Fan favourites Steph and Gian secure stunning victory while Kristy and Brett face devastating $10,000 loss in most dramatic Block auction ever.
Bob Mackie Auctions Cher & Taylor Swift Iconic Outfits
Fashion history unfolds as legendary costume designer Bob Mackie auctions iconic outfits worn by Cher, Taylor Swift, and other music legends in a landmark Beverly Hills sale.
Millionaire slams The Block's 'unrealistic' pricing
Multi-millionaire Adrian Portelli delivers scathing critique of The Block's auction results, labelling prices 'unrealistic' after fan-favourite house fails to sell. Exclusive insight into the property drama.
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'
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