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Popular with the young and old alike, toy soldiers instil a sense of joy, adventure and marvel amongst fans and admirers. Standing usually between 45 and 75mm tall, toy soldiers might be small in height but they are big in...
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Who was Andrew Warhol? The Silver Prince of the Pop? None other than the leading figure in the pop art movement, seen as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century: Andy Warhol. We've all seen his work...
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France is blessed with many fine wine regions, mostly involving different grapes and thus tastes. So how can you even begin to plan the perfect wine tour when there are so many areas to choose from and sublime wines to...
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What is it about vintage advertising signs that makes them so sought after? Perhaps there’s something inherently ‘cool’ about the way they look - with their rusty edges, catchy slogans and bold colours. Hanging on the wall, they are retro...
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Cheers! Kanpai! Santé! Proost! All over the world, people wish each other well and clink glasses before taking a sip of their drink. Whether at a party, a bar or at dinner with friends. Where does this tradition come from?...
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Before you read this story, try to guess at least one car which is in this list. Cars have been made since the end of the 19th century and since Henry Ford introduced the T-Ford, available for the broader audience....
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LEGO is one of the most iconic and well-known toys in the world. But where was LEGO invented and made?
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When our favourite musicians leave this world - musicians whose work has had such an incredible impact on our lives - it can easily create a hole in the hearts of the fans who are left behind. For millions of...
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They say money can’t buy you love, but it can certainly buy you an assortment of amazing Beatles Memorabilia! When four boys from England named Paul, John, George and Ringo got together in the early 60s, Beatlemania was born and...
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Did you know you could buy a small house for the price of some Mercedes models? After all, Mercedes-Benz is one of the most famous car brands in the world and since their inception, have always been pushing their new...
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Ever wondered what makes gemstones precious? Want to know how gems are valued? From very high value gems such as diamonds, rubies and sapphires to lower but still beautiful ones like aquamarine, opal and rose quartz, gemstones are an exceptional...
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“Burgundy makes you think of silly things, Bordeaux makes you talk about them and Champagne makes you do them,” said Jean-Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, famous French politician and lawyer. Well, he’s not far from the truth as the numerous amounts of vineyards...
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Whether you think he was genius or a madman, the Spanish painter Salvador Dalí is one of the most famous figures in the history of art. Recognised almost as much for his extravagant persona as he is for his artworks,...
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Claudia Schiffer is very famous in the world of fashion and beauty. The German supermodel appeared on more than a thousand covers and was often compared to the sex symbol Brigitte Bardot at the start of her career. But what...
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If you’ve ever been to a city like Amsterdam or Rotterdam in The Netherlands, then you’ve probably seen markets full of blue pottery adorned with windmills, cheese, clogs and other typical Dutch images. However, there is a huge difference between...