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Napoleon's Lost Diamond Brooch Sells for $4.4M

A diamond brooch lost by Napoleon Bonaparte during his retreat from Waterloo has been sold for US$4.4 million at Sotheby's Geneva. Discover the fascinating history behind this historic jewelry piece.

Celebrity Auction Raises Funds for Injured Veterans

Homes For Our Troops launches 9th Annual Veterans Day Celebrity Auction featuring George Clooney, Jake Tapper, and Wynonna Judd. Bid on eBay Nov 11-21 to support severely injured post-9/11 Veterans.

Vintage Hudson's Bay Blankets Head to Online Auction

Discover rare vintage Hudson's Bay point blankets and significant Canadian paintings in a special online auction event this February. Bid on pieces of Canadian heritage from the comfort of your home.

Napoleon's Diamond Brooch for Auction in Geneva

A stunning diamond-encrusted brooch once owned by Napoleon Bonaparte goes up for auction in Geneva, offering a rare piece of French imperial history to collectors worldwide.

1999 Students' Letters Found in Winnipeg School Attic

A remarkable discovery in a Winnipeg school attic reveals heartfelt letters from 1999 students predicting the future, offering a poignant glimpse into childhood perspectives before the digital age.

McGill's Flanders Fields Manuscripts Get UNESCO Nod

Historic handwritten copies of John McCrae's iconic war poem from McGill University archives gain UNESCO Memory of the World Programme recognition, preserving Canadian literary heritage for future generations.

Historic Altar Stone Returns to Base Borden Church

A remarkable piece of Canadian military history has found its permanent home at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church in Base Borden. Discover the story behind the restored altar stone with deep ties to local veterans and the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Woke Movement Targets Canadian Hero Matthew Begbie

The legacy of Sir Matthew Begbie, British Columbia's first chief justice, is under fire as activists demand removal of his name from landmarks. Discover the complex story behind Canada's latest historical controversy.

Chinese Calligraphy Album Sells for $1.3 Million

A historic Chinese calligraphy album by renowned artist Wang Xizhi shattered expectations, fetching over $1.3 million CAD at recent international auction, highlighting growing global demand for classical Asian art.

Vancouver property auctioned over delinquent taxes after owner dies

A stunning Vancouver home hits the auction block due to delinquent property taxes, revealing a heartbreaking story of an elderly owner who passed away with massive tax debt. Discover how this prime real estate became the city's latest tax sale casualty.

BC man charged in historical Ontario sex assaults

A British Columbia man has been charged in connection with multiple historical sexual assaults in southwestern Ontario, marking a significant development in cold case investigations spanning several communities.

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