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Woman buys necklace for Rs 1,400 at flea market; 70 years later, discovers it is an original silver-wire and cord piece worth Rs 2.5 croreA woman bought a necklace for just Rs 1,400 at a Brooklyn flea market, only to discover decades later that it was an original artwork by re...- In 1925, 10,000 Missouri schoolchildren built a miniature city with 1,200 buildings that helped boost homebuilding across SpringfieldIn 1925, Springfield schoolchildren constructed a miniature city for a promotional campaign. This ambitious project featured 1,200 tiny bui...
- In 2017, Tracy Donahue paid about $4 for a thrift-store painting. Experts later authenticated it as an N.C. Wyeth work, leading to a six-figure auction saleIn 2017, Tracy Donahue picked up a dusty canvas at a New Hampshire thrift store, mostly wanting its heavy frame. An art conservator later s...
- Motivational quote of the day by Lady Gaga: 'Your career will never wake up and tell you that it doesn't love you anymore' - A powerful lesson about career, ambition, self-respect, independence and why you should never lose yourself in a relationship by the iconic American singer and Oscar-winning actressQuote of the day by Lady Gaga: “Your career will never wake up and tell you that it doesn't love you anymore.” The singer’s powerful observ...
- In 2010, a family clearing an ordinary London-area home found an 18th-century Chinese vase in the attic; it later stunned the auction world at £53 millionIn 2010, a family clearing an ordinary London-area home found an 18th-century Chinese vase in the attic; it later stunned the auction world...
- Kanye West bought a Tadao Ando-designed Malibu mansion for $57.3 million; after stripping out its windows and interiors, he sold it for $21 million, and an $8.5 million restoration followedThe oceanfront house in Malibu, designed by Tadao Ando and formerly owned by Kanye West, has been sold. After significant renovations, the ...
- In 2013, Beyoncé released an entire album without warning; three days later, it had sold more than 828,000 copies and rewritten the surprise-drop rulebookIn 2013, Beyoncé released an entire album without warning; three days later, it had sold more than 828,000 copies and changed how artists r...
- In 1995, Discovery Channel founder John Hendricks bought a Colorado ranch; decades later, his 7,000-acre estate included a 22,000-sq-ft home and 4,000 acres of protected landJohn Hendricks, Discovery Channel founder, is selling his expansive Colorado ranch and resort. This nearly 7,000-acre property is listed fo...
- In 2012, Adele bought a £2.5 million Brighton beach house and added solar panels; four years later, she sold the renovated home for £2.85 million and moved to Los AngelesAdele installed solar panels on her Brighton beach house years ago. This environmentally conscious decision predated current climate trends...
- PepsiCo India inaugurates state-of-the-art foods manufacturing facility in NalbariWith an investment of Rs 778 crore, the facility is PepsiCo India’s first food plant in Assam and fifth food manufacturing plant in India. ...
- Hiranandani Communities enters Goa property market through two partnershipsThe two projects, spread across a five-acre land parcel, have a combined development potential of over 250,000 sq ft and an estimated proje...
- Hanuman Ansh movie was born from a 21-year-old Mumbai student's assignment project. Who is Anupriya Nagar?Hanuman Ansh is set to reach audiences beyond India, with Hombale Films announcing its international distribution through Hombale Overseas....
- In 1987, 'Funny Girl' Barbra Streisand tried to sell her 17,000-sq-ft Malibu estate but failed; six years later, she gave away the $15 million property for environmental researchBarbra Streisand spent six years trying to sell her sprawling 17,000-sq-ft Ramirez Canyon estate in Malibu, but after the asking price fell...
- In the age of AI and endless scrolling, India’s young artists are bringing the letter backAs screens, AI and digital overload reshape everyday life, a new generation of Indian artists is reviving the humble letter through art mai...
- Madonna eyes Angelina Jolie’s $29.85 million Los Feliz mansion after virtual tour. Inside the historic Hollywood estate once owned by Cecil B. DeMilleMadonna has reportedly shown interest in Angelina Jolie’s $29.85 million Los Feliz mansion, with the singer’s representatives arranging a v...
- In 1972, English photographer bought a remote island in south Atlantic Ocean with rats. Today, 2 million seabird pairs and 5 penguin species call it homeIn 1972, English naturalist and photographer Ian Strange bought New Island in the Falklands with Roddy Napier, finding it overgrazed and af...
- Japanese polka dots artist Yayoi Kusama sold 1,500 mirrored balls for $2 each outside 1966 Venice Biennale; decades later one of her artworks sold for $10.5 millionYayoi Kusama: Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, whose death was reported on August 27, 2026, once sold 1,500 mirrored balls for about $2 each a...
- Quote of the day by Jackie Chan: “I just like to look after myself and to improve. When I have...” — Life lessons from an inspiring quote on self-discipline, continuous effort, personal struggle, shared accountability, patience, community influence, and generational legacy from the martial arts legendQuote of the day by Jackie Chan reflects on the value of self-improvement and doing one’s best despite difficulty. The idea speaks to every...
- Mindy Kaling’s ‘Not Suitable for Work’ cancelled at Hulu: Will there be a season 2 elsewhere?Hulu has officially canceled the comedy series 'Not Suitable for Work' following its first season. The narrative revolved around five young...
- India's art market is booming, fuelled by new money and a new generation of collectorsIndian art records are breaking, with Amrita Sher-Gil's work fetching a high price. The market for Indian artists has surged significantly ...
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