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Widow finds 62 gold coins in biscuit tin; collection sells for 113,000

A remarkable discovery was made when a metal biscuit tin filled with 62 gold coins fetched an astonishing 113,000 at auction. Hidden for nearly five decades, these coins were acquired by a man who chose to keep his investment secret from his family during the economic struggles of the 1970s. The bidding war, fueled by interest from collectors and investors, ultimately provided substantial financial relief to his widow.

11 Nov 2026 8:00 pm
Prince's former manager flips $2.75m LA home, now asks nearly $5m

Bob Cavallo undertook a significant renovation of a Nichols Canyon home initially intended for a family member. Originally built in 1988, the house underwent extensive updates to cater to contemporary buyers. These enhancements included transforming a dumbwaiter shaft into an elevator for better accessibility. Post-renovation, the property was listed at nearly $5 million. Cavallo's expertise in music management notably shaped his vision for real estate development.

11 Nov 2026 11:10 am
Fossil leg bone found in 2009 reveals new extinct bird species 17 years later

Researchers have identified a new extinct species of ground-dwelling bird, Megapodius rokusi, from a fossil. This fossil, a leg bone, was discovered in Liang Bua cave on Flores Island, Indonesia. It represents the first megapode fossil found in the region called Wallacea, indicating new insights into ancient bird species. The study suggests that the bird was much larger than today's living relatives.

11 Nov 2026 11:09 am
Why Nvidia CEO had to CC his children on affair apology email to his employees

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's message included a section addressed specifically to his wife and family. To my wife and family: I love you. I know an apology cannot undo what I have done. I hope our family will heal and that, over time, I can earn back your trust, Huang wrote.

11 Nov 2026 9:54 am
Coded calls from Brooklyn jail: How Iran operative directed terror plots in Europe, US

A US indictment alleges that an Iran-backed operative jailed in New York used coded calls with family members to coordinate a plot against RAF Fairford, a British air base housing US troops. The accused and two associates are also alleged to have planned nearly 20 attacks targeting Jewish communities across Europe and the US.

11 Nov 2026 8:04 am
Unfit to remain in office: Eisenkot attacks Netanyahu after hateful Knesset speech

Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar party cancelled a meeting with Netanyahu's Likud party after his controversial speech. Eisenkot criticized Netanyahu for his divisive and unfit behavior during the Knesset swearing-in ceremony. Netanyahu continues to advocate for a unity government while rejecting ties with Arab parties. The political landscape remains fragmented with no party holding a clear majority in the Knesset.

11 Nov 2026 7:10 am