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Baseball: Ohtani's 50-50 ball

Ken Goldin, CEO of Goldin Auctions, explains on Oct. 16, 2024, at its head office in Runnemede, New Jersey, about Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball of the 2024 season -- sitting at $2,196,000 in an auction as of the same day. Ohtani became the first ever major league baseball player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season in a Sept. 19 game against the Miami Marlins.

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Baseball: Ohtani's 50-50 ball

Ken Goldin, CEO of Goldin Auctions, poses for a photo on Oct. 16, 2024, at its head office in Runnemede, New Jersey, with Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball of the 2024 season -- sitting at $2,196,000 in an auction as of the same day. Ohtani became the first ever major league baseball player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season in a Sept. 19 game against the Miami Marlins.

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Baseball: Ohtani's 50-50 ball

Photo taken Oct. 16, 2024, at Goldin Auctions' head office in Runnemede, New Jersey, shows Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball of the 2024 season, sitting at $2,196,000 in an auction as of the same day. Ohtani became the first ever major league baseball player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season in a Sept. 19 game against the Miami Marlins.

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Baseball: Ohtani's 50-50 ball

Photo taken Oct. 16, 2024, at Goldin Auctions' head office in Runnemede, New Jersey, shows Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani's 50th home run ball of the 2024 season, sitting at $2,196,000 in an auction as of the same day. Ohtani became the first ever major league baseball player to hit 50 home runs and steal 50 bases in a season in a Sept. 19 game against the Miami Marlins.

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Juliens Auctions Puts Princess Diana's Collection On Display - NYC

Illustration of the press review of 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' by Juliens Auctions in New York City, NY, USA on May 22, 2024. The Princess's Largest Curated Collection of Most Famous and Photographed Gowns, Suits, Shoes, Handbags and Accessories Since Historic 1997 Auction will be auctioned off on June 27th, 2024. Photo by Janet Mayer/INSTARimages/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting - Washington

A crew member places a step stool for Janet Yellen, US Treasury secretary, during the US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. The US Treasury Department on Tuesday boosted the size of its bill auctions this week for the first time in three months, ahead of the opening of the tax season and potential wave of refunds owed to early filers. Photographer: Julia Nikhinson/Bloomberg

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US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting - Washington

Janet Yellen, US Treasury secretary, watches from backstage as Senator John Fetterman, Democrat of Pennsylvania, speaks during the US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. The US Treasury Department on Tuesday boosted the size of its bill auctions this week for the first time in three months, ahead of the opening of the tax season and potential wave of refunds owed to early filers. Photographer: Julia Nikhinson/Bloomberg

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US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting - Washington

Janet Yellen, US Treasury secretary, greets Hillary Schieve, Mayor of Reno, Nevada, before speaking during the US Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. The US Treasury Department on Tuesday boosted the size of its bill auctions this week for the first time in three months, ahead of the opening of the tax season and potential wave of refunds owed to early filers. Photographer: Julia Nikhinson/Bloomberg

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British singer's private collection unveiled in Hong Kong

STORY: British singer's private collection unveiled in Hong Kong DATELINE: June 27, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:55 LOCATION: HONG KONG, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the exhibition STORYLINE: Some 20 highlights from the collection of Freddie Mercury, the lead singer of the British rock band Queen, were made public on Monday for the first time in Asia at Sotheby's Hong Kong. The exhibition will run till Friday. The highlights will then return to London for a month-long exhibition in August. The free public exhibitions will precede six dedicated auctions in September, each one devoting to a different aspect of his life. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Hong Kong, China. (XHTV)

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Egypt's central bank auctions 40 bln EGP in T-bills to fund budget deficit

STORY: Egypt's central bank auctions 40 bln EGP in T-bills to fund budget deficit DATELINE: April 10, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:45 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Egyptian Ministry of Finance 2. various of the Central Bank of Egypt 3. various of Egyptian banknotes STORYLINE: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), on behalf of the Ministry of Finance, auctioned treasury bills (T-bills) worth 40 billion Egyptian pounds (EGP) (about 1.3 billion U.S. dollars) on Sunday, divided into two issues. The first issue amounts to 23 billion EGP, with a 91-day tenor that matures on July 11, while the second issue totals 17 billion EGP, with a 273-day tenor, maturing on January 9, 2024. This auction follows the CBE's previous auction of T-bills on April 4 with a total value of 38 billion EGP, including 91-day, 182-day, 273-day, and 364-day tenors. The accepted bids amounted to 4.97 billion EGP, with an average yield of 22.3 percent. The CBE typically issues T-bills to fund the budget deficit. The cou

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Rare antiques for sale at antique bazaar in Erbil, Iraq

STORY: Rare antiques for sale at antique bazaar in Erbil, Iraq DATELINE: April 9, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:25 LOCATION: ERBIL, Iraq CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the first antique bazaar in Erbil STORYLINE: An antique bazaar was launched in the city of Erbil, the capital of the semi-autonomous Kurdistan region, on Friday. Royal Antiques, Media Gallery and Salah Al-Adham, who are among the most prominent specialists in selling antiques in the Iraqi market, are participating in the antique bazaar that will last for 3 days. The bazaar hosts approximately 800 antique pieces of hand-made furniture from rare woods dating back more than 100 years, ceramics, handmade carpets, copper utensils, Baghdadi silver collectibles, wooden wall clocks, candlesticks and rosaries made of stones, old coins, accessories, handicrafts and paintings. Iraqi antique dealers seek to consolidate the culture of acquiring antiques and old collectibles, and to maintain the organization of bazaars and their auctions in the future.

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CHINA-BEIJING-COLLECTIBLES MARKET (CN)

(230315) -- BEIJING, March 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Ruiqi takes call-in orders during a porcelain auction at China Guardian Auctions Co. Ltd. in Beijing, capital of China, on June 27, 2022. Nowadays, young Chinese are not only interested in learning about cultural relics, but professionals like Li Ruiqi are also injecting new vitality into the collectibles market, contributing to the inheritance and protection of traditional culture. TO GO WITH "China Focus: Young Chinese instill vitality to collectibles market" (Xinhua)

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Egypt's CBE offers short-term T-bills for 35 bln EGP

STORY: Egypt's CBE offers short-term T-bills for 35 bln EGP DATELINE: Jan. 23, 2023 LENGTH: 00:00:45 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. exterior shots of the central bank 2. various of an employee counting Egyptian banknotes 3. various of banks STORYLINE: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) offered treasury bills (T-bills) with a combined value of 35 billion EGP through two auctions on Sunday. The first offering is valued at 13.5 billion EGP, carrying a 91-day maturity period, according to official data. The second offering is valued at 21.5 billion EGP, with a maturity period of 273 days. On Thursday, the CBE issued T-bills with an aggregated value of 43.5 billion EGP through two auctions. Egypt is set to receive the second tranche of the 3 billion U.S. dollars loan it secured from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), estimated at around 347 million U.S. dollars, by the end of March, following the completion of the first review of the loan program. The IMF approved in December a 46-month lo

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75% of whale meat offered for auction remains unsold

TOKYO, Japan - Whale meat is sold at an Osaka department store in January 2011. Three-quarters of more than 1,200 tons of meat from whales caught during Japan's self-described "research whaling" activities in the Northwest Pacific remains unsold, although the whaling organizer began inviting bids for the meat in 2011, according to the Iruka & Kujira (Dolphin & Whale) Action Network, a Japanese anti-whaling group. The Tokyo-based Institute of Cetacean Research has organized 13 rounds of public auctions since October, but 908.8 tons, or 75.0 percent of the 1,211.9 tons offered, remain unsold, according to a report compiled by freelance journalist Junko Sakuma and released by the group.

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75% of whale meat offered for auction remains unsold

TOKYO, Japan - A minke whale, catch during Japan's self-described "research whaling" activities, is landed at Kushiro port, Hokkaido, in September 2010. Three-quarters of more than 1,200 tons of meat from whales caught during such activities in the Northwest Pacific remains unsold, although the whaling organizer began inviting bids for the meat in 2011, according to the Iruka & Kujira (Dolphin & Whale) Action Network, a Japanese anti-whaling group. The Tokyo-based Institute of Cetacean Research has organized 13 rounds of public auctions since October, but 908.8 tons, or 75.0 percent of the 1,211.9 tons offered, remain unsold, according to a report compiled by freelance journalist Junko Sakuma and released by the group.

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Black-rind watermelon sold for 250,000 yen

ASAHIKAWA, Japan - Auctioneers examine a black-rind watermelon that was priced at 250,000 yen for the year's first auction at a fresh produce market in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, on June 13, 2011. The year's first auctions for the fancy fruit from the Hokkaido town of Toma were held in Asahikawa and Sapporo, with a melon fetching 300,000 yen in Sapporo, the highest price that day.

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Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market reopens tuna auctions to sightseers

TOKYO, Japan - Sightseers line up to watch a popular tuna auction at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market on May 10, 2010, as the market reopened the touring section of the auction by limiting the number of visitors to 140 on a first-come-first-served basis. The market shut out sightseers from the tuna auction on April 8 as the excessive numbers of visitors to the auction area were obstructing business transactions.

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Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market readmits sightseers to tuna auctions

TOKYO, Japan - Visitors watch the popular tuna auction at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market Jan. 19, the first day after the Tokyo metropolitan government lifted the visitor ban imposed Dec. 15, 2008, due to complaints about visitor behavior. Some 50 sightseers, mainly overseas tourists, saw the auction.

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Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market readmits sightseers to tuna auctions

TOKYO, Japan - A visitor holds up an warning flyer written in English at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market Jan. 19, the first day after the Tokyo metropolitan government lifted the visitor ban. The local government imposed the ban Dec. 15, 2008, due to due to complaints about visitor behavior.

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Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market readmits sightseers to tuna auctions

TOKYO, Japan - A security guard speaks to a visitor holding a digital camera at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market Jan. 19, the first day after the Tokyo metropolitan government lifted the visitor ban. The local government imposed the ban Dec. 15, 2008, due to due to complaints about visitor behavior.

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Number of Chinese bidders growing in antique auctions in Japan

KYOTO, Japan - A growing number of Chinese are participating in antique auctions in Japan, including this one in Osaka, for profit or simply patriotism.

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Tax bureau auctions seized property

TOKYO, Japan - The Tokyo Regional Taxation Bureau holds a public auction in Tokyo's Otemachi district March 7 of vehicles, including a Mercedes-Benz car, and other property confiscated from tax defaulters in lieu of payment.