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Sheikh Mohammed wins £2.6m bidding war for champion's son

Exclusive: Dubai's ruling Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum battles super-agent Kia Joorabchian in multi-million pound bidding war for prized yearling, the son of legendary champion Sea The Stars. The high-stakes auction drama unfolds at Tattersalls.

Bob Ross painting sells for $9.9M in PBS protest

A rare Bob Ross painting fetched an astonishing $9.9 million at auction, with proceeds directly supporting PBS stations facing Trump-era funding reductions. Discover how art became political protest.

McConaughey's Transformers Camaro sells for £3.4m

The legendary Chevrolet Camaro that starred alongside Matthew McConaughey in Transformers has been sold at auction for an incredible £3.4 million, smashing expectations and setting a new benchmark for Hollywood memorabilia.

The Block Auction Disaster: House Fails to Sell

Shocking scenes unfolded on The Block as contestants Steph and Gian's beautifully renovated house received no bids at auction, leaving them devastated and viewers stunned by the dramatic turn of events.

Hockney's iPad Yorkshire drawings at auction

Discover how the legendary artist David Hockney embraced digital technology to create stunning iPad artworks celebrating the Yorkshire countryside, now available for collectors.

Antiques Roadshow Lamp Valued at Staggering £30,000

A seemingly ordinary pottery lamp brought to Antiques Roadshow turned out to be an extremely rare Arts and Crafts masterpiece, stunning its owner with a staggering five-figure valuation that could reach £30,000 at auction.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p sells for £122,000

A stunningly rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has shattered records, fetching an incredible £122,000 at auction - discover why this tiny piece is Britain's most sought-after coin

David Bowie's iconic Aladdin Sane artwork up for auction

The original airbrushed artwork for David Bowie's legendary 'Aladdin Sane' album cover, created by photographer Brian Duffy, is set for a high-profile auction at Sotheby's with an estimated value of up to £60,000.

eBay letters reveal UK families' slavery compensation

A remarkable collection of 19th-century correspondence, discovered in an online auction, exposes the direct financial benefits reaped by prominent UK families from slavery compensation, challenging long-held narratives and prompting calls for a national r

Elton John's 'Devastating' Loss Forces Watch Sale

Music icon Sir Elton John has been left heartbroken after being forced to sell part of his world-famous watch collection, following a multi-million pound theft from his French home.

Antiques Roadshow's £6k ship log stuns experts

A remarkable piece of maritime history, the log book from the ship that inspired the first lifeboat service, leaves experts speechless with its staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow.

Rare £5 banknote set to sell for £26,000 at auction

An extremely rare, nearly 100-year-old UK £5 banknote is expected to sell for a staggering £26,000 at auction. Issued from the historic Threadneedle Street branch, this note represents a golden opportunity for serious currency collectors.

Lost Frida Kahlo portrait sells for £4.9m in London

A previously unseen portrait by iconic Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, 'Diego y yo' (Diego and I), has sold for a record-breaking £4.9 million at Sotheby's London, marking a major event in the art world.

Best British Period Drama Films To Stream Now

Discover the finest British period drama films for your next movie night. From romantic classics to epic historical tales, this curated guide reveals the best picks available on UK streaming platforms.

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