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War Hero's Victoria Cross Fetches £318,000

The Victoria Cross awarded to Captain Reginald Haine for his bravery against 100 Germans has sold for £318,000. Discover the story of this WWI hero's incredible gallantry.

Veteran's WWI medals stolen on Armistice Day

A veteran's priceless collection of First World War medals was stolen from his Oxfordshire home while he attended an Armistice Day memorial service. Police are appealing for information.

Rare 50p Coin Sells for £113 at Auction

A scarce 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for over double its face value in a recent auction, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting across the UK.

Titmus to retire after Paris Olympics defence

Australian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus reveals she will retire from competitive swimming after defending her Olympic titles in Paris, marking the end of an era for the champion known as 'The Terminator'.

Lyles vows to surpass Bolt after fourth 200m gold

American sprint sensation Noah Lyles makes a bold pledge to surpass Usain Bolt's legendary Olympic medal haul after securing a historic fourth consecutive world 200m title in Tokyo.

Rare 1p Coin Sells For Astonishing £127,000

A seemingly ordinary 1p coin, minted with a unique error in 1983, has just sold at auction for a staggering £127,000, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in the UK.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p coin sells for astonishing £6,800

An extremely rare Kew Gardens 50p coin has been sold for a staggering £6,800 at auction, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in circulation. Discover why this tiny piece of change is a numismatic superstar.

Rare UK Coins Worth a Fortune: Check Your Change

Discover the rare and valuable coins hiding in your pocket. From the Kew Gardens 50p to the Olympic football 50p, our guide reveals the UK's most sought-after coins that could be worth thousands.

Putin honours general sought by ICC for Ukraine war crimes

Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.

Great North Run medals stolen from van in Sunderland

Thousands of Great North Run participants were left without their hard-earned finisher medals after a van containing them was stolen in Sunderland, casting a shadow over the iconic half-marathon's finish.

Rare 50p coin sells for £250 on eBay

An extremely rare 50p coin has sold for a staggering £250 on eBay, sparking a nationwide hunt for the coveted Kew Gardens design. Discover why this coin is so valuable and how to check your change.

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