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£25 Bond Watch Windfall: buyer’s car boot find was Connery’s Q-Branch gadget; sale hit £103,875

In a stunning turn of events, a Breitling wristwatch once donned by Sean Connery in the iconic James Bond film Thunderball emerged at a car boot sale, hidden among various knick-knacks. Purchased for just twenty-five pounds, this seemingly overlooked piece of cinema history was later authenticated by Christie's auction house,…

The Times of India

Florida Woman Allegedly Seduced and Drugged Rich Men Before Stealing Their Luxury Watches

Lynda Mae Crouse, 32, was arrested in Florida after police linked her to an alleged drugging and theft involving a Rolex valued at nearly $100,000. Four similar cases are under investigation.

International Business Times UK

In 2020, a San Diego mom and her toddler began cooking extra meals for struggling neighbours

Supermodel Gisele Bündchen has recently made headlines with her acquisition of a stunning 7.5-acre equestrian estate for $9.1 million. This property boasts ten horse stalls and a full-sized soccer field, making it an ideal haven for both sports and equestrian pursuits. With this addition, her Florida real estate portfolio expands…

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Victoria Beckham's florist Flowerbx wins High Court trademark battle with London rival

Flowerbx owner Whitney Bromberg Hawkings wins High Court fight with London-based rival

Evening Standard

Former CIA official David Rush, found with 303 gold bars worth $40 million, reaches plea agreement

Federal prosecutors have reached a plea deal with David Rush's legal representatives, halting grand jury actions related to the stolen gold bars. Rush, previously associated with the CIA, now faces allegations linked to a fabricated classified program. The investigation revealed gold bars and luxury watches in his Virginia residence, raising…

The Times of India

Mohamed Al Fayed abuse compensation claims could reach £150m, says law firm

Combined value of 275 women’s claims is far greater than amount Harrods has set aside for payouts

The Guardian - UK

Richemont Protects Luxury Pricing: group spends €481m on watch buy-backs; move aims to curb grey-market discounting

In a strategic move, luxury watchmakers such as Cartier have repurchased millions of unsold timepieces to uphold their brand exclusivity. This initiative was designed to curb the influx of discounted products into the grey market, thereby safeguarding brand integrity. Amidst a dip in luxury demand and shifts in consumer preferences,…

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Ex-CIA officer accused of stealing gold bars reaches tentative plea deal

David Rush accused of stealing hundreds of gold bars worth over $40m and hiding them in his basement

The Guardian - US

Ducati Partnered With Pirelli To Build a Speedboat

Ducati, Pirelli, and SACS Marine announce a collaboration that brings the Borgo Panigale-based manufacturer’s influence to the nautical industry.

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Princess Diana’s ‘revenge dress’ expected to sell for £220,000 at auction

The late princess hit headlines when she was photographed wearing the black silk gown in 1994.

Evening Standard

Only One Ferrari Enzo Was Built Matte Black, Now Up For Private Sale

Factory matte Nero Opaco paint, low mileage, and royal-family provenance turn this Ferrari Enzo into one of the market’s most sought-after collectibles.

Motor1

Sons of Yemen ex-president on trial in France over alleged stolen assets

Two sons of former Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh are on trial in Paris on Monday, accused of embezzling public funds that were used to buy luxury property worth €16 million in Paris.

Radio France Internationale

Boatbuilders review – a gentle study of craftsmen’s quiet expertise

Luke Lorentzen’s light-touch documentary follows a team of Maine craftsmen constructing a high-spec sailboat for a super-rich guy who seems kind of nice

The Guardian - UK

J.K. Rowling Allegedly Forced To Cover Her $150M Yacht’s Name In LA Amid Fears It Could Attract Protesters

“Not even Russian oligarchs or Mexican cartel superyacht owners do that.”

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Judge accuses CPS of ‘wasting public money’ as 2015 robbery case thrown out

Algerian national Khaled Gestalli, now 33, was accused of robbing Basheer Al Sawafi of a Rolex watch in an incident in Argyll Street on April 19 2015.

Every example of this hand-hammered Gerald Charles watch is unique

Gerald Charles wows with limited-run Masterlink Atelier Edition

Mr Jones’ latest watch is a timely reminder to shift our perspective

Time Warp by Mr Jones Watches is a joyful jumble with a poignant message

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In 1940, Nazis seized a 3-inch painting from a Jewish collector in Vienna; 86 years later, Austria returned it to his heir in Minnesota

In a poignant gesture, an Austrian diplomat returned a stolen miniature painting to Jackie Sondell, heir to Eduard Epstein, a victim of Nazi persecution. Confiscated from Epstein's collection during his imprisonment, the artwork symbolizes Austria's acknowledgment of its historical obligations and a step towards healing. The Austrian government diligently traced…

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Seiko expands Prospex family with stunning new Grand Touring collection

Four new motorsport-derived chronographs have just landed from Seiko

Casio’s new G-SHOCK looks surprisingly sophisticated and weighs half as much as the metal version

The G-STEEL GST-B1000-2A combines a sharp stainless steel bezel and metallic blue dial with the toughness you’d expect from a G-SHOCK

The Guardian - UK

£4,000 for a teddy bear?! How cuddly toys became luxury items

Designs by Louis Vuitton, suits by Savile Row: these are not your run-of-the-mill teddies. But who’s buying them?

The National (Scotland)

Time to find out how much your watches are worth with Antiques Roadshow's Ben Wright

Internationally renowned watch specialist and Antiques Roadshow expert Ben Wright is inviting people to have their wristwatches and pocket watches…

The Independent UK

Exclusive: California grandma with MS booted from cruise in Caribbean for ‘stealing’ free wine, lawsuit says

Exclusive: Dayna Zegarelli was unable to fill a new set of prescriptions in the British Virgin Islands, and risks blindness from a worsening of her optic lesions, according to court filings

Tiffany & Co launches new Timer chronograph with a ‘hidden’ detail on the back

Tiffany & Co celebrates its first chronograph’s anniversary with limited edition Timer watch

The Guardian - UK

Andrew Tate rented supercars to appear ‘uberwealthy’, says his lawyer

Self-described misogynist and his brother, Tristan, are playing role to generate income from online attention, Miami court filing says

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