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T. Rex Skeleton Sells for Record $50.1 Million at US Auction
CultureNPRAl JazeeraFrance 24+3tvn24delodanas1mo ago6 sources

T. Rex Skeleton Sells for Record $50.1 Million at US Auction

A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, nicknamed 'Gus', was sold for a record $50.1 million at a US auction to an anonymous bidder. This sale marks the most expensive T. rex skeleton ever sold, highlighting its value as both a scientific specimen and an art piece.

T-Rex Fossil Expected to Fetch $30 Million at Auction
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T-Rex Fossil Expected to Fetch $30 Million at Auction

A T-Rex fossil, nicknamed Gus, is expected to be sold for at least $30 million at auction, raising concerns among scientists about valuable specimens going to private collectors instead of museums. This event highlights the growing trend of dinosaur fossils being sold for exorbitant prices.

T. rex Lived Closer to Humans Than Stegosaurus
Scienceluxemburger-wort1mo ago

T. rex Lived Closer to Humans Than Stegosaurus

A recent scientific perspective highlights that the Tyrannosaurus rex existed chronologically closer to modern humans than it did to the Stegosaurus, challenging common perceptions of dinosaur timelines.

Tyrannosaurus of the Seas Discovered
Sciencenaftemporiki2mo ago

Tyrannosaurus of the Seas Discovered

A new marine predator, dubbed the 'T. rex of the seas,' has been discovered. Unlike its land-dwelling counterpart, this ancient creature dominated the prehistoric oceans.

T. Rex Fossil 'Gus' Sells for Record $50 Million at Auction
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T. Rex Fossil 'Gus' Sells for Record $50 Million at Auction

A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil nicknamed 'Gus' was sold for a record-breaking $50.1 million at a Sotheby's auction, becoming one of the most expensive fossils ever auctioned. The identity of the mystery bidder has not yet been revealed.

T-Rex Leather Bag to Be Auctioned in Paris
Technologyle-mondeSCMPdelfi-lt2mo ago3 sources

T-Rex Leather Bag to Be Auctioned in Paris

The first-ever leather bag made from Tyrannosaurus Rex cells is slated for auction in Paris. This unique item represents a novel application of ancient biological material.

New Research Suggests T. rex Moved Like a Bird
ScienceTimes of India3mo ago

New Research Suggests T. rex Moved Like a Bird

Contrary to popular depictions, new scientific research indicates that Tyrannosaurus rex likely walked with a bird-like, controlled stride, using its toes and tail for balance, suggesting a more agile predator.

Preparations Underway for World Cup Final as Trump Confirms Attendance
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Preparations Underway for World Cup Final as Trump Confirms Attendance

Preparations are in full swing for the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, with Slavko Vincic confirmed as the referee. The White House announced that President Trump will attend the match, while Argentina's President Milei will not, amid a protest from his government regarding a British military vessel in Argentine waters.

A venture capital founder just bought Logan Paul's Pokémon card for $16.5 million
BusinessBusiness Insider6mo ago

A venture capital founder just bought Logan Paul's Pokémon card for $16.5 million

Logan Paul sold his record-breaking Pokémon card, seen here on a diamond chain in his WWE promo material, for a new record on Monday. WWE Logan Paul's record-setting Pikachu card just set another one. He sold the Pokémon card at auction on Monday for over $16 million, beating a record he set in 2021. The rare card was bought by AJ Scaramucci, a venture capital founder and son of Anthony Scaramucci. Logan Paul just made millions off a Pokémon card. The influencer turned wrestler sold his one-of-one Pikachu Illustrator card — one of 41 ever distributed and the only one graded the highest quality by collectibles company PSA — at auction Monday for a jaw-dropping $16.492 million. The winner? AJ Scaramucci, the founder of venture capital firm Solari Capital and the son of former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci. Scaramucci appeared on Logan Paul's livestream early Monday after auction house Goldin announced him the winning bidder in the auction, which closed at 1:14 am ET. "My ambition for the card is just a small story," Scaramucci said at the event. "The real story is that I'm on a planetary treasure hunt. I'm planning to buy a T. rex dinosaur fossil, the Declaration of Independence, and I'm not stopping there. This is only the beginning." "You're just starting?" Paul replied. "Bro. Bro, that is so epic." Paul also used the livestream to open packs of Pokémon cards and announce RipIt, a new collectibles business he's launching. This Pikachu illustrator Pokémon card set a new record for the most expensive Pokémon card sold privately. Goldin In a statement, Goldin described the Pokémon card, which was originally given to winners of an illustration competition in Japan, as "one of the Holy Grails of the collectibles industry." Paul previously set the world record back in July 2021 when he purchased the same card for $5.275 million, meaning he will make millions in profit. The card also came with a diamond-encrusted chain appraised at $75,000, Goldin said. Paul wore the card during his WWE debut at WrestleMania 38 in 2022. In an Instagram post on Saturday, Paul bid farewell to the card. "Goodbye my friend 😢 What a privilege it's been to be the owner of the greatest collectible in the world," he wrote. The markets for Pokémon cards, along with other collectible card sets like Magic: The Gathering and Yu-Gi-Oh!, have become huge in recent years among collectors — especially Gen Z — with the rarest cards selling for tens of thousands of dollars, if not more. Some people are even forgoing stocks and investing in Pokémon cards instead. Read the original article on Business Insider