Einstein's Nazi-era violin emerges for sale in London
A rare violin once owned by genius physicist Albert Einstein, which was smuggled out of 1930s Germany to escape Nazi confiscation, is now going up for auction in a major London sale.
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Oligarch's £240m Superyacht for Auction in Gibraltar
The luxurious 'Axioma' superyacht, seized from sanctioned Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky, is set for a high-stakes auction in Gibraltar, symbolising the tangible impact of Western sanctions on Putin's inner circle.
Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £2.2 Million
An iconic piece of cinema history, the original Darth Vader lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back', has been sold for a colossal £2.2 million ($2.7m) at a prestigious auction in London, setting a new record for Star Wars memorabilia.
Duchess of Kent, royal music teacher and Catholic convert, dies at 92
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, who has died aged 92, was a revered yet unconventional royal figure. A gifted musician and dedicated teacher, she carved a unique path defined by her Catholic faith, her passion for music, and a profound sense of public service
Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £2.7 Million
An original lightsaber prop used by David Prowse as Darth Vader in The Empire Strikes Back has fetched a galactic £2.7 million at auction in Los Angeles, setting a new record for Star Wars memorabilia.
Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £195,000
A piece of cinema history has sold for a record-breaking £195,000 at a British auction house, as the original Darth Vader lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back' finds a new dark lord.
David Bowie's Secret Unfinished Project Discovered
A secret, never-completed David Bowie project has been discovered by archivists studying his personal archive, revealing a new dimension to the music icon's creative genius.
Darth Vader's Lightsaber Sells for £3.1M in Record Auction
A screen-used lightsaber prop from 'The Empire Strikes Back' has shattered records, becoming the most expensive film prop ever sold at auction to an anonymous UK bidder.
Morrissey Sells The Smiths' Rights: Music Empire For Sale
Iconic frontman Morrissey announces the sale of his entire stake in The Smiths' business empire, including publishing rights and royalties, inviting offers from 'any interested party' in a monumental music industry move.
Adès Mesmerises BBC Symphony Orchestra in Barbican Triumph
Read our exclusive review of Thomas Adès's captivating concert with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, where his own compositions held the audience in a trance at London's Barbican Centre.
Cold War nuclear bunker near Bristol goes to auction
A rare piece of Cold War history is up for sale. Discover the unique opportunity to own a decommissioned nuclear bunker near Bristol, complete with original features and planning permission for a unique conversion.
£30k Bungalow For Sale In Cornwall (With A Big Catch)
A three-bedroom bungalow in a picturesque village is listed for an astonishing £30,000, a fraction of typical UK property prices. Discover the unique opportunity and the significant condition attached to this seemingly unbelievable deal.
Secret D-Day maps found in £10 job lot set for £150k auction
A stunning historical discovery has been made as a set of top-secret D-Day assault maps, bought for just £10, are expected to sell for an astonishing £150,000 at auction. The maps, used for the Normandy landings, reveal intricate Allied invasion plans.
Gregory Louganis Sells Olympic Gold Medals in Legacy Auction
Diving icon Gregory Louganis parts with his Olympic medals and memorabilia in a landmark auction, aiming to safeguard his family's future and support LGBTQ+ charities.
Rare 17th-Century Bristol Map Discovered in London Auction
A remarkable 17th-century map of Bristol, discovered in a London auction, reveals astonishing details of the city's historic landscape, including a rare depiction of the iconic Bristol Bridge buildings before their demolition.
Gregory Louganis Sells Olympic Medals for Charity
Diving icon Gregory Louganis auctions his Olympic gold medals and memorabilia, channelling the proceeds to support LGBTQ+ youth and animal welfare charities in a landmark sale.
Non-Profit Launches Festival To Save UK Live Music
A new non-profit collective, Voices for the Vanishing, launches a major festival to combat the crisis threatening UK grassroots music venues. Discover the urgent fight to save our cultural heartbeat.
CMAT Interview: Irish Singer's Creative Journey Revealed
Dive into an exclusive interview with rising Irish music sensation CMAT as she discusses her songwriting journey, creative influences, and the stories behind her acclaimed work in this captivating Guardian podcast episode.
The Block Auction Drama: Mega-Bidder Portelli Walks Out
Millionaire bidder Adrian Portelli storms out of The Block's auction, leaving contestants reeling and fans in shock. The dramatic exit raises serious questions about the show's future format.
Sir Alf Ramsey's 1966 World Cup suit for auction
The iconic suit worn by England's legendary manager Sir Alf Ramsey during the historic 1966 World Cup final victory is to be auctioned, offering fans a chance to own a priceless piece of football history.
Study Reveals London's Definitive Anthem
Groundbreaking research by Deezer identifies the definitive song that captures the spirit of London, based on the listening habits and emotional connections of its residents.
Melbourne Symphony's Albert Hall show interrupted by protests
A powerful performance by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at London's Royal Albert Hall was dramatically interrupted by pro-Palestine protesters, creating a night of high musical drama and political tension.
Flutie's Cotton Bowl jacket sells for $118,000 at auction
The historic game-worn Cotton Bowl jacket of Boston College and NFL quarterback Doug Flutie has been auctioned for an astonishing $118,000, cementing its place in American sports memorabilia history.
Royal Opera House's 'Woke' Tosca Sparks Audience Fury
Covent Garden's bold reimagining of Puccini's 'Tosca' divides audiences, replacing 1800s Rome with a modern female-led resistance movement and triggering a fierce debate on artistic modernisation versus tradition.
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra BBC Proms disrupted by protest
A landmark performance by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at London's Royal Albert Hall was interrupted by pro-Palestine activists, leading to a temporary halt in the BBC Proms concert before proceedings resumed.
Composer Rodion Shchedrin dies at 92
The classical music world mourns the loss of Rodion Shchedrin, the celebrated Russian composer and husband of ballerina Maya Plisetskaya, who passed away at 92 in Munich.
Clean Bandit Star Quits Music for Property with Chancellor Wife
Exclusive: Neil Amin-Smith, the former Clean Bandit violinist and husband to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, reveals why he left the global music sensation to pursue a career in sustainable finance and property development.
Titanic Hagen Review: Fratti & Tosta's Ethereal Masterpiece
An in-depth review of the breathtaking new album 'Titanic Hagen' by Mabe Fratti and Héctor Tosta. Discover how this ambient masterpiece blends cello, electronics, and field recordings to create a profound sonic journey.
Julian Bliss: Masterful Lindberg & Aho Clarinet Concertos
Clarinet virtuoso Julian Bliss delivers an immaculate and thrilling performance of Magnus Lindberg and Kalevi Aho's demanding concertos on a landmark new album, setting a new benchmark for contemporary woodwind repertoire.
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