Mystery over new owner of most consequential map in American history as it's sold to anonymous bidder for almost $1million

Daily Mail - Nov 8, 2026

The Library of Congress has previously tried to obtain the map, but was outbid.

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TV mogul's incredible collection of famous cars from Hollywood movies including Rain Man and Ferris Bueller's Day Off faces uncertain future after $62million debt and bankruptcy

Nov 8, 2026

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Detroit broadcaster Kevin Adell, 59, will likely lose some of his priced vehicles after he filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on October 23 to fend off more than 20 creditors.

Remembrance Sunday 2026 in photos as Manchester city centre falls silent in memory of the fallen

Nov 8, 2026

Remembrance Sunday 2026 in photos as Manchester city centre falls silent in memory of the fallen

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Mystery over new owner of most consequential map in American history as it's sold to anonymous bidder for almost $1million

Nov 8, 2026

Mystery over new owner of most consequential map in American history as it's sold to anonymous bidder for almost $1million

The Library of Congress has previously tried to obtain the map, but was outbid.

What happened to the original ASBO kids? As Andy Burnham introduces new form of antisocial behaviour order, a reformed hoodlum who terrorised his estate aged 12 admits: 'It was a badge of honour, I was rewarded for bad behaviour'

Nov 8, 2026

What happened to the original ASBO kids? As Andy Burnham introduces new form of antisocial behaviour order, a reformed hoodlum who terrorised his estate aged 12 admits: 'It was a badge of honour, I was rewarded for bad behaviour'

Aged just 12, Danny Oakley and his younger brother Ricky appeared on national television. Unfortunately for them it was The Jeremy Kyle Show.

‘Proud’ and ‘dedicated’ ex-firefighter turns 100

Nov 8, 2026

‘Proud’ and ‘dedicated’ ex-firefighter turns 100

The family of a long-serving firefighter and Army veteran has celebrated his 100th birthday.

SARAH VINE: The unscripted moment Kemi proved to me that she really IS a woman of substance... and the only politician worthy of No10

Nov 8, 2026

SARAH VINE: The unscripted moment Kemi proved to me that she really IS a woman of substance... and the only politician worthy of No10

She showed strength, resilience, determination and courage - all qualities essential in a good leader and sorely lacking in many of today's politicians.

Aussies' miracle survival after waterbombing helicopter crashes into Indonesian river - but fears remain for one missing

Nov 8, 2026

Aussies' miracle survival after waterbombing helicopter crashes into Indonesian river - but fears remain for one missing

An Australian helicopter crashed into a river on the island of Borneo during firefighting operations on Sunday.

Dramatic escalation for glamorous prosecutor accused of sexual relationships with inmates: Vanessa O'Bryan hit with 12 new charges as details emerge about alleged money-for-secret-files deal

Nov 8, 2026

Dramatic escalation for glamorous prosecutor accused of sexual relationships with inmates: Vanessa O'Bryan hit with 12 new charges as details emerge about alleged money-for-secret-files deal

A prosecutor accused of inappropriate relationships with inmates is facing 12 fresh charges as investigators allege she exchanged sensitive info with underworld figures.

Nurse who sexually assaulted woman in A&E after she was admitted when her drink was spiked is jailed for seven years

Nov 8, 2026

Nurse who sexually assaulted woman in A&E after she was admitted when her drink was spiked is jailed for seven years

Ernest Cruz, 38, abused the 'barely conscious' victim in a private room at Bournemouth Hospital - going in to see her 12 times over a two-hour period.

Police probe whether 'kids letting off fireworks' sparked huge fire at former Carpetright store in Stockport

Nov 8, 2026

Police probe whether 'kids letting off fireworks' sparked huge fire at former Carpetright store in Stockport

Police are investigating a potential arson offence following the fire in Hazel Grove

P. Louise £121 skincare set 'mums and daughters both use' plummets to £15 in deal stack

Nov 8, 2026

P. Louise £121 skincare set 'mums and daughters both use' plummets to £15 in deal stack

The Skincare Essentials Kit & Bow Bag is bursting with premium skincare must-haves to keep your skin radiant, hydrated and living its absolute best life.

Fog warning in place for large parts of Kent

Nov 8, 2026

Fog warning in place for large parts of Kent

A yellow weather warning has been put in place as dense fog is expected to hit the county.

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