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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.

Björn Borg Sells Historic Wimbledon Trophies

Swedish tennis icon Björn Borg is parting with his historic Wimbledon trophies and memorabilia in a high-profile auction, sparking intrigue and disappointment among fans and the tennis world.

WWII Brothers Died Hours Apart in Battle of Britain

The poignant tale of two British brothers, both RAF pilots, who lost their lives within hours of each other during the Battle of Britain. Discover their heroic legacy and the memorial that now honours their ultimate sacrifice.

Man Utd fan's 1999 programme find sells for £1,600

A Manchester United supporter stumbled upon a pristine official programme from the historic 1999 Champions League final. The rare find, discovered during a house clearance, has just sold at auction for an astonishing sum, thrilling collectors and fans ali

Inside Tom Cruise's World: Rare Hollywood Auction

An extraordinary auction has pulled back the curtain on Tom Cruise's illustrious career, offering fans a chance to own a piece of Hollywood history. From 'Top Gun' flight suits to 'Mission: Impossible' props, discover the iconic items that defined a legen

UK Launches Wartime Civilian Training Programme

Exclusive: The UK Ministry of Defence is rolling out a groundbreaking national defence training programme, 'Preparing Britain', teaching civilians essential survival skills for potential future conflicts, marking the first initiative of its kind since the

UK Plans Civilian Army: 1.2 Million to Get Wartime Training

The British government is launching a massive 'preparedness revolution', with plans to train 1.2 million civilians in essential defence and civil support roles. This marks the UK's largest mobilisation effort since the Cold War.

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.

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.

Inside Ukraine's underground school teaching during bombs

An extraordinary look inside a Kharkiv underground school where lessons continue in subway stations as Russian missiles rain down above. A powerful story of resilience, courage, and the unbreakable spirit of Ukrainian education during wartime.

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.

College Football's Shady Custom Jersey Trade Exposed

An explosive investigation uncovers the murky, unregulated trade in custom 'team-issued' college football jerseys, implicating major programs like Miami and Notre Dame in a potential NCAA rules minefield.

WWII St Paul's Saviour Story Stuns Antiques Roadshow

A breathtaking piece of World War II history emerged on Antiques Roadshow, revealing the heroic tale of the man who saved St Paul's Cathedral from destruction during the Blitz. Fiona Bruce and experts were left speechless by the incredible valuation.

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.

NRL Premiership Ring Mystery: Championship Ring Appears Online

An investigation is underway after a treasured NRL premiership ring, one of rugby league's highest honours, mysteriously appeared for sale online. The scandal has rocked the sport as officials scramble to identify which player's ring is on the market.

Dear Viv: BBC Doc Reveals Heartbreaking WWII Letters

A profoundly moving new BBC documentary uncovers a trove of intimate wartime letters from a soldier to his wife, Viv, offering a raw and personal glimpse into the human cost of conflict. The film pieces together their tragic love story, separated by war.

Vintage Band T-Shirts Now Worth Thousands

Your old band t-shirts could be a hidden goldmine. A new report reveals vintage merch from The Prodigy, Oasis, and other 90s icons is fetching astronomical prices, with one shirt selling for over £7,000. Discover the booming collector's market turning old

Kobe & Jordan Card Sells For Record £2.7M

A historic trading card featuring NBA legends Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan has sold for a record-breaking $3.93 million (£2.7m) at auction, far exceeding its pre-sale valuation and cementing its status as the most valuable basketball card ever sold.

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