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A painting of Lady Godiva has been loaned to France ahead of the Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games. The 19th Century artwork of Coventry's medieval legend was painted by John Collier and was part of the city's Herbert Art Gallery & Museum’s collections. But the museum said it had...

Lady Godiva painting set for French palace display

In the realm of online bargains, an astute buyer stumbled upon what could be described as the deal of a lifetime in 2021. Initially labeled as a "fake" Degas, a pastel drawing caught the attention of a savvy thrifter. Upon closer examination with the assistance of expert Michel Schulman, it was determined that this masterpiece was likely éloge du maquillage (In praise of cosmetics) (1876), a renowned brothel scene painted by Edgar Degas, which had been missing for several decades.

Artwork Bought Online for $1,000 Turns Out to Be $13 Million Degas Masterpiece

It’s no secret that history is full of fascinating stories, but some of the most captivating ones involve stolen artifacts and their dramatic recoveries. From stolen paintings created by renowned artists that mysteriously re-appeared, to ancient relics that were found in the most unsuspected places. All of these objects carry stories of their own, but what ties them together is how they disappeared into the shadows before being miraculously found. And oh boy, have we prepared some fascinating stories for you about stolen historic artifacts. So, buckle up, and let’s get started right away.

Fascinating Stories of Stolen Historic Artifacts, and How They Were Found

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

It’s a beautiful day, the coffee is perfectly iced, and the news is spiced with variety. Let’s do this. 🌎 Can you guess which city was named UNESCO’s 2024 World Book Capital?. an awesome new YA anthology that equips teens to fight book bans, featuring Book...

10 Book Club Picks for June

Daily Mail

Christie Grace revealed in a June 7 TikTok video that a $125 painting she bought on Facebook Marketplace could be worth thousands of dollars.

Woman shocked to learn $125 painting she bought on Facebook Marketplace could be worth enormous amount

Boston, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Friends of the Public Garden has made the heart-wrenching announcement that a beloved willow tree in the Boston Public Garden will soon be removed. The willow, which has stood for 110 years at the edge of the lagoon, has suffered extensive internal rot and poses a risk to public safety. The full statement explained:

110-Year-Old Tree To Be Removed From Boston Public Garden

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	After reaching a settlement, the Kunsthaus Zurich will put a Claude Monet painting in its collection up for sale. The museum reached a settlement with the heirs of Jewish textile manufacturer Carl Sachs, who fled Nazi Germany to Switzerland in 1939.12th-Century Pilaster Returned by the Art Institute of Chicago to Thailand's Phanom Rung Temple




	Monet’s L’homme a l’ombrelle (Man with Umbrella), 1865/67, depicts a man holding an umbrella walking through a forested area with a dog at his side.




	Sachs, with his wife Margarete, were considered important art patrons in their hometown of Breslau or present-day Wroclaw, Poland. The pair sent some...

Monet Painting Sold Under Duress During the Nazi Era Will Be Auctioned from Kunsthaus Zurich’s Collection

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Growing up in Southwest Virginia, I heard adults say that the same people who welcomed Jesus on Palm Sunday were shouting "Crucify Him" less than a week later. We don't know if they were the same individuals, but the principal makes a point that unfortunately, General Hospital actress Tabyana Ali is experiencing.

General Hospital gives an official statement after racists attack Tabyana Ali online

More information on Kate Middleton’s diagnosis has come to light! On June 6, Prince William released a statement updating the world on his wife’s condition. According to several reports, Kate Middleton is currently undergoing preventative chemotherapy and recovering well after her shocking cancer diagnosis. If you haven’t been following the royals and are unfamiliar with what’s happening with the Princess of Wales lately, we’ll break down all things Kate Middleton health-related for you below.

More Info on Kate Middleton's Diagnosis Has Come to Light!

Jackson, WY

Swan Valley, ID

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With catastrophic damage to the Teton Pass corridor, commuters and tourists are now forced to take a longer route from Idaho to/from Jackson Hole, WY. The new commute through Swan Valley may help shed some light on this small but vibrant community that is often overlooked.

Where to Stop in Swan Valley with Teton Pass Closure and Road ReRoute

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Missing for 80 years and thought lost, a painting banned by the Nazis has sold for almost £6m (€7m) at auction.Only seen before in black-and-white photos taken by the artist themself, Tanz im Varieté took art historians across the world by surprise when it turned up at a Berlin auction house earlier this year.German expressionist Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, who is known for his vibrant abstract pieces, was included on the Nazis “degenerate art” list which saw over 600 of his works sold or destroyed under the regime.Tanz im Varieté was thought to be among them, until it resurfaced in what...

Painting banned by Nazis and lost for 80 years stuns art world as it sells for £6m at auction

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Some zodiac signs are a little more expressive with their anger (we see you, Aries), and some are more likely to push their feelings down. Let's talk about the three signs that are more likely to repress their anger within and what that looks like for each individual zodiac sign.

3 Zodiac Signs That Stifle Their Anger

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

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Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

An album containing four drawings by a teenage Queen Victoria is expected to fetch £1,500 to £2,500 ($1,900 to $3,170) when it goes to auction on July 9. The Queen had a lifelong love for the arts that was cultivated early on: she started taking regular art lessons at eight years old, and was tutored by some of 19th century Britain's foremost painters, including, including Edwin Landseer, William Leighton Leitch, and George Hayter. Hayter later painted Victoria's coronation portrait, and served as her court painter for many years.

Drawings by a Teenage Queen Victoria to be Auctioned

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

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Walter Wick Member Reception and Artist Talk, July 17 and 18

Artist Talk for Families: Thursday, July 18, 6:30 p.m. Figge Art Museum, 225 West Second Street, Davenport IA. Held in conjunction with the dazzling collection of...

Walter Wick Member Reception and Artist Talk, July 17 and 18

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