Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
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Deborah Willis unveils hidden history of Black British photography
A landmark exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, curated by Professor Deborah Willis, unveils the profound and often overlooked legacy of Black photographers in Britain, from the 19th century to the present day.
Priceless Gold Collection Stolen in Paris Museum Heist
Thieves have executed a sophisticated raid on France's National Museum of Natural History, making off with an 'inestimable' collection of historic gold samples. The audacious theft has left investigators scrambling and the scientific community reeling.
CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off
Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi
Police dismantle £3m rural crime gang in dramatic raids
Exclusive: Wiltshire Police dismantle a sophisticated organised crime group behind a massive wave of agricultural and construction equipment thefts across the South West, making multiple arrests in a major operation.
Thieves steal Lexus SUV filled with gold bars in Jakarta heist
In a brazen daylight robbery, thieves in Jakarta made off with a Lexus SUV containing billions of rupiah worth of gold bars. The sophisticated heist, captured on CCTV, is under investigation by Indonesian police.
Beloved Cat 'Bucket' Stolen in Brazen Daylight Heist
A Goulburn family is heartbroken after their cherished ginger cat, Bucket, was stolen from their front yard in a brazen daylight theft. The community is rallying with a £500 reward for his safe return.
Hyundai's 'Shameful' Response to Family's Car Theft Nightmare
Exclusive: A Georgia family's ordeal with their stolen Hyundai, a model targeted by a viral TikTok challenge, exposes a nationwide safety crisis and corporate inaction, leaving thousands of motorists vulnerable.
UK Museums Spent £29m on Storage as Buildings Crumbled
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
David Bowie's Personal Favourite Songs List Revealed at V&A
An exclusive glimpse into David Bowie's musical soul has been uncovered. The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils the legendary artist's personal list of 35 favourite songs, a discovery set to redefine our understanding of his eclectic influences and creati
Teen thief steals £5,000 in skincare products caught on CCTV
A brazen 19-year-old thief has been caught on camera systematically stealing over £5,000 worth of premium skincare products from a Boots store in a sophisticated shoplifting operation.
Saudi Arabia Unveils World's Largest Museum Plans
Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.
Explore the V&A's Secret East Storehouse & Share Your Finds
The Victoria and Albert Museum invites the public to explore its colossal East Storehouse and share their favourite discoveries from over 250,000 hidden artefacts. A unique chance to go behind the scenes.
School worker jailed for stealing from breakfast club
A trusted school administrator from Surrey has been sentenced to prison after syphoning over £7,500 from a charity-run breakfast club, betraying the trust of pupils and parents.
University Player Dismissed for Stealing Teammate's Rolex
A promising American football career lies in ruins after a University of Toledo player was kicked off the team for allegedly stealing a teammate's luxury Rolex watch from a secure locker room, sparking a major scandal.
Ohio farm's viral apple theft video sparks internet firestorm
An Ohio fruit farm's TikTok video capturing a family stealing apples has gone viral, sparking a fierce debate about theft, farm livelihoods, and public shaming.
Croydon dognapper chased after stuffing puppy into rucksack
Shocking moment a dognapper is chased through the streets of Croydon after snatching a French Bulldog puppy and stuffing it into his backpack. The suspect remains at large as police investigate.
Elderly man fights Rolex thieves in violent NYC mugging
Shocking footage captures the moment an elderly pensioner valiantly battles two thieves attempting to steal his luxury Rolex watch in a violent midday attack in New York City.
American tourist's €500,000 watch stolen in Milan armed robbery
A shocking armed robbery in Milan's fashion district sees a US tourist lose a €500,000 Richard Mille timepiece, highlighting a growing trend of high-value watch thefts across Europe.
WA Museum staff revolt against Woodside sponsorship deal
Western Australian Museum staff defy management, sending mass email condemning Woodside Energy partnership and fossil fuel funding in cultural institutions.
Vegan activist steals dog while posing as vet in London
A vegan Animal Rebellion activist, posing as a vet, executed a brazen daylight theft of a family's beloved terrier in East London. The incident, captured on CCTV, has sparked widespread condemnation and a Metropolitan Police investigation.
Carer jailed for stealing £10k from vulnerable pensioner
A deceitful carer from Stoke-on-Trent has been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding a frail 85-year-old woman of her life savings. Discover the full story of this gross breach of trust.
Carer jailed for stealing £10k from dementia patient
A care worker has been sentenced after callously stealing life savings from a vulnerable dementia sufferer, spending the money on fast food, luxury tanning sessions, and streaming services while her victim was left confused and destitute.
UK Phone Theft: One Stolen Every 44 Seconds
Exclusive data reveals a mobile phone is stolen every 44 seconds across the UK, with London's West End becoming a hotspot for organised theft gangs. Police urge immediate action.
Priceless Limoges porcelain stolen in daring museum heist
A major theft at Limoges' Adrien Dubouché Institute sees rare 18th & 19th-century porcelain treasures stolen. Police investigate the sophisticated overnight raid.
Prince William's Surprise Visit to Natural History Museum
The Prince of Wales made an unannounced visit to London's Natural History Museum to champion the Urban Nature Project, highlighting his commitment to UK conservation and creating accessible green spaces for communities.
Kate's sentimental necklace for George, Charlotte & Louis
The Princess of Wales was spotted wearing a deeply sentimental necklace bearing her children's initials during a public outing to the Natural History Museum, sparking admiration and concern.
RHS & Natural History Museum to DNA barcode all UK plants
The Royal Horticultural Society and the Natural History Museum embark on a groundbreaking partnership to create a DNA barcode library for UK flora, enhancing conservation efforts and scientific research.
Antiques Roadshow's Emotional WWII Reunion Stuns Viewers
BBC One's Antiques Roadshow delivered a television moment of pure magic, leaving fans in tears as a guest's collection of wartime heirlooms led to an unexpected and heartwarming family revelation during filming at the Black Country Living Museum.
Woman arrested for stealing Slushi Ninja machines from Target
Christine Woodson faces multiple felony charges after police allege she orchestrated a brazen scheme to steal high-value Slushi Ninja machines from Target stores across Virginia in a sophisticated retail crime operation.
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