Record £2.4m paid for giant bluefin tuna in Tokyo
Sushi chain boss Kiyoshi Kimura bids a staggering £2.4m for a 243kg bluefin tuna at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Discover the details behind this annual auction spectacle.
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Japanese 'Tuna King' pays record £2.4m for bluefin
A 243kg bluefin tuna sold for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's Toyosu market. Sushi chain owner Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Discover the story behind the colossal sale.
Japanese 'Tuna King' pays record £2.4m for tuna
A 243kg bluefin tuna sells for a record £2.4m at Tokyo's New Year auction. The 'Tuna King' Kiyoshi Kimura broke his own 2019 record. Read the full story.
Record £2.4m tuna auctioned in Tokyo for New Year sushi
Sushi magnate Kiyoshi Kimura breaks auction record with £2.4m tuna purchase. The prized bluefin will be served at his restaurant chain. Discover the story behind this extravagant New Year tradition.
Auction Tech fends off 11 takeover bids
London-listed Auction Technology Group rejects 11 hostile takeover offers from FitzWalter Capital, saying they undervalue the firm. Shares surge 20% as deadline looms.
2025 confirmed as UK's warmest and sunniest year
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest and sunniest year on record, with a mean temperature of 10.09°C. Experts link the record-breaking heat to human-induced climate change. Discover the full data and impacts.
Trump auctions $2.75m Jesus painting at New Year bash
Donald Trump ushered in 2026 by auctioning a live-painted portrait of Jesus Christ for $2.75 million at his Mar-a-Lago club, with proceeds split between charity and law enforcement. Discover the details of the glitzy event.
Brennan Johnson set for £35m Crystal Palace move
Crystal Palace have agreed a club-record £35m deal to sign Tottenham forward Brennan Johnson, with a medical booked. Spurs face a £12.5m loss on the 2023 signing.
Wall Street closes 2025 near record highs
US stock markets defied a year of political and economic upheaval to finish 2025 near record levels, buoyed by a relentless tech rally. Discover the key drivers and what lies ahead for investors.
FTSE 100's best year since 2009, up 21.5%
The UK's FTSE 100 index surged 21.5% in 2025, its strongest annual performance in 16 years, outperforming major US and European markets. Discover the key drivers behind this remarkable rally.
Record 27,000 wildfires scorched England in 2025 heat
England's fire services battled a record 27,000 grass and forest fires in the UK's hottest spring and summer. Fire chiefs warn climate-driven blazes are straining resources. Read the full analysis.
Iceland hits 19.8C on Christmas Eve, a new record
Iceland experienced its hottest Christmas Eve on record with temperatures reaching 19.8C, far above the seasonal average. Meteorologists blame a tropical air mass and high pressure. Discover the climate change implications.
UK's Longest Direct Train Journey is 500 Miles
The Caledonian Sleeper is now the UK's longest direct rail route, taking over 12 hours from London to Fort William. Discover the scenic overnight journey.
US warm spell ends as Arctic air brings freezing temperatures
A dramatic US weather shift sees spring-like warmth replaced by polar air and snow risk. Meanwhile, Japan battles deadly snow and New Zealand faces severe summer storms.
Powerful US winter storm brings blizzards and record cold
A major winter storm sweeps across the US, bringing blizzards to the Midwest and a dramatic 'Blue Norther' cold front to the South, ending days of record-breaking warmth. Read the latest forecasts.
NFL Week 17: Steelers vs Browns, Garrett Chases Record
The NFL regular season nears its climax. Can Cleveland stop Pittsburgh's playoff push? Myles Garrett eyes the sack record against Aaron Rodgers. Full preview and key matchups.
Gout Gout targets faster 2026 after breakout season
Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout reflects on a whirlwind 2025, buying a family home and setting sub-20 second times as he plans a gap year to focus on the 200m ahead of major championships.
Mon Plaisir auctions historic decor ahead of Covent Garden revamp
London's oldest French restaurant, Mon Plaisir, is auctioning its classic interior pieces. The Covent Garden icon, founded in 1943, is making changes under new family ownership. Bid on a slice of London history from 28 December.
TV bidding war erupts over 'Tupperware erotica' novel
A fierce auction for TV rights to 'Wet Ink', an unpublished novel about a 1960s housewife smuggling erotica in Tupperware, signals a major trend for female-authored stories. Discover the details.
Crowds battle for meat at Smithfield's festive auction
Meat lovers flocked to London's historic Smithfield Market for its chaotic annual pre-Christmas auction. The event returned with gusto after plans to save and relocate the 800-year-old market were confirmed. Read the full story.
Precious Metals Soar to Record Highs in Christmas Rally
Gold, silver, and platinum prices surge to unprecedented levels in a pre-Christmas 'Santa Rally', while BP announces a major stake sale in Castrol India. Get the latest market insights.
Guide to Smithfield's Christmas Eve Meat Auction
Everything you need to know about London's famous Christmas Eve meat auction at Smithfield Market. Find times, tips, and how to bag a festive bargain.
Gold surges to new high amid Venezuela tensions
Gold prices soar past $4,400 an ounce as Trump escalates threats against Venezuela and Fed rate cuts loom. Discover the drivers behind the record-breaking rally.
2025 set to be UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 is likely to be the UK's hottest year, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Scientists call the finding 'devastating' evidence of climate change. Read the full report.
Mondo Duplantis reflects on a perfect 2025 season
Pole vault superstar Mondo Duplantis discusses his historic, undefeated 2025, that viral Olympic kiss, his secret 'Claw' shoe, and his serious ambitions in music and sports politics. Read the exclusive interview.
Whatnot App: The Murky Side of Live Auctions and Toy Scalpers
The live auction app Whatnot, valued at $11.5bn, is booming. But its gamified sales and popularity with scalpers are creating artificial scarcity for toys and fuelling dangerous spending habits.
Élysée Palace Staff Accused of Stealing €40k Tableware
A silver steward at France's presidential palace has been arrested for allegedly stealing historic porcelain and silverware, valued up to €40,000, and listing items on sites like Vinted. Read the full investigation details.
Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction Returns for 2025
London's historic Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction is back on Christmas Eve. Grab premium meats at bargain prices and witness one of the City's oldest festive traditions. Find all the details here.
Garrett's record season wasted by failing Browns
Myles Garrett is on pace for the NFL sack record in a phenomenal defensive season, but his brilliance is being squandered by the Cleveland Browns' continued failures. What's next for the generational talent?
Met Office: 2026 to be among four hottest years on record
The UK Met Office projects 2026 will exceed 1.4C above pre-industrial levels, marking the fourth year in a row. Scientists warn the rapid approach to the Paris Agreement's 1.5C limit demands urgent climate action.
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