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 A famous portrait of King Henry VIII, long considered lost, has been found after an art historian spotted it in the background of a photo shared on social media.The painting in question was once part of a famous set of 22 portraits commissioned in the 1590s by tapestry maker Ralph Sheldon. The portrait hung originally in Weston House, Sheldon’s Warwickshire home, but barely a handful of paintings from the collection survive today.Art historian Adam Busiakiewicz, who works as a consultant for famous auction house Sotheby’s, spotted the painting in the background of a picture posted by the Warwickshire Lieutenancy...

Missing portrait of Henry VIII discovered after historian spots it in background of post on X

In the letter, Lucien Bonaparte seeks help to translate a verse of his poem Charlemagne into English.

Letter by Napoleon's younger brother sells for £500

In the late-night television show scene, there have been few more prominent figures than ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel. Jimmy Kimmel has been a staple in the late-night television landscape since the early 2000s. Born on November 13, 1967, his early career saw him dabbling in radio, where he honed his comedic chops and developed his signature style of humor. This led to his big break in television as the co-host of Win Ben Stein’s Money, a role that earned him a Daytime Emmy Award.

Jimmy Kimmel Removed: Nightshow Host Abruptly Steps Down

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

For many people in the world, it's a dream to make their mark in history. To be remembered, one doesn't always need to do extraordinary things showcasing their intelligence or valor. Sometimes, all it takes is a cheeky act to make a lasting impact. The best example of this would be the story of a boy from 1914 who hit his tennis ball a bit too far that it has now become an ancient relic. In the archway of the Lincoln Cathedral in the UK lies wedged a 110-year-old tennis ball and no one has noticed it for several decades, as reported by the Talker.

Here's why this cathedral is not removing a tennis ball stuck in its archway for over 100 years

Fought in the United States between 1861 to 1865, the American Civil War is described as one of the darkest times in United States history. Brother fought against brother over several reasons, although primarily over the controversy of slavery in the United States. The states that remained loyal to the United States were known as the Union with the southern states that succeeded calling themselves the Confederate States of America. The conflict is the bloodiest and most costly war ever fought on American soil, changing the trajectory of the United States forever. These photos salvaged from the Civil War show what that time was really like.

Gruesome Civil War Photos Released From The Government Vault (Rare & Vintage Photos Of The Civil War)

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The following are 21 of the wildest photos taken during the Second World War. See a completely different side of the conflict.

You Need To See These 20 Unbelievable Photos of World War II

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Lady Gaga has addressed the backlash she faced after her opening ceremony performance at the 2024 France Olympics in Paris, where she sang a French song

Lady Gaga breaks silence after Paris Olympics performance leaves fans fuming

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

As a collector of artifacts, Richard “Dana” Moore makes a habit of scrolling through Goodwill’s online thrift store, and one day in 2022, he came across an item that piqued his interest. Moore wound up making a historic find.

A history buff bought a piece of a tent from Goodwill for $1,700. It really did belong to George Washington

The 38-year-old is in hospital after being knocked unconscious outside The Deck.

Man suffers head injury outside nightclub

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YOU can make thousands on a rare nickel if you’ve got your hands on it. A coin expert on TikTok recently shared that certain Jefferson nickels could be worth far more than you might expect – and it sold for thousands at an auction. Shaun, or BlueRidgeSilverHound on Tiktok, shared a rare coin find on […]

Exact detail to spot on the back of a Jefferson nickel which reveals whether it could sell for $41,000 ahead of auction

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

The American Civil War began in 1861, a battle fought between the Union (North) and the Confederacy (South), that was waged for four years. What began as a battle for reunification on the part of the Union and independence on the part of the Confederacy, evolved into a conflict over the economics of slavery and political control. It was not only the deadliest war fought on American soil but in the history of the country.

15 Horrifying Civil War Images

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A Victoria Cross awarded to a sailor in the First World War has sold for £240,000 at auction.It was handed to Captain Henry Peel Ritchie, of the Royal Navy – who was born in Edinburgh, for his gallant command of HMS Goliath’s steam pinnace at Dar-es-Salaam in east Africa on November 28 1914.Capt Ritchie, then 38, was wounded eight times in 20 minutes as he steered the pinnace to safety from the port, which was then under German rule.His medal was one of 250 being sold at Noonans Mayfair during an auction on Tuesday, with the collection fetching in the...

First World War Navy VC sells for £240,000

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What Made Genghis Khan So Successful?

William Henry Johnson, a member of the renowned Harlem Hellfighters, held his own against a surprise ambush by dozens of German soldiers.

The Incredible Tale of Henry Johnson: America's Forgotten Soldier Who  Fought Off Dozens of German Troops by Himself

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde made his Olympic beach volleyball debut to a mixed reaction in Paris, with audible boos. Van de Velde was sentenced to four years in prison in 2016 after admitting three counts of rape against a 12-year-old British girl. He and volleyball partner Matthew...

Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed on Olympic debut

Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.

Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash

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Missing Henry VIII portrait found after random X post

A post on X spotted randomly by an art historian has led to a portrait of King Henry VIII - hanging in a West Midland council...

Missing Henry VIII portrait found after random X post

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