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December 3, 2024

31-Year Treasure Hunt for a Golden Owl Comes to an End With Discovery in France

One of the world’s longest-running and elaborate treasure hunts is finally over, thanks to the discovery of a buried bronze replica of the golden owl in France. The statue was first buried by French writer Régis Hauser in 1993 who released 11 clues to its location in a picture book, On the Trail of the Golden Owl. He promised that whoever found the treasure would receive a matching owl made of gold, silver, and gemstones.

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November 11, 2024

First Ever Artwork Created by a Humanoid Robot To Go On Auction Sells for Over $1 Million

Many believe that only humans can truly create art. But as technology rapidly advances, there’s a growing debate over whether AI-generated art should be respected—and even valued—just as highly. Just last week, on November 7, a portrait of mathematician Alan Turing became the first artwork created by a humanoid robot to be sold at auction, fetching an impressive $1.08 million at Sotheby’s, New York. The portrait of Turing, titled A.I.

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September 10, 2024

RIP James Earl Jones: Voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa Dies at 93

James Earl Jones, renowned for his legendary voice roles as Darth Vader and Mufasa in The Lion King, has passed away at age 93. He died at his home in Dutchess County, New York, during the early hours of September 9, surrounded by his loving family. The acclaimed stage and screen actor enjoyed an extraordinary career, continuing to work well into his 80s.

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