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Italy collector finds Galileo's lost tooth, fingers 12:17pm EST

ROME (Reuters) - An art collector has found a tooth, thumb and finger of the renowned Italian scientist Galileo Galilei who died in the 17th century, Florence's History of Science museum announced on Friday.  Full Article

 
Art investments can add color to a portfolio 4:05pm EST 

TORONTO (Reuters) - Collecting fine art is more than just a hobby for savvy investors who see the art world as a $50 billion vehicle for generating wealth, storing it and passing on to their heirs.  Full Article  

Dali's art displayed on Alps top

Nov 20 - Giant sculptures by the late surrealist Salvador Dali are installed on mountain tops in France's Courchevel ski resort.  Play Video

 
Issued Wed Nov 18, 2009
  Title/Theater Gross
1 Wicked Gershwin $1,549,328 over 8 shows
2 Billy Elliot: The Musical Imperial $1,387,830 over 8 shows
3 A Steady Rain $1,202,161. over 8 shows
4 Jersey Boys August Wilson $1,191,398 over 8 shows
5 The Lion King Minskoff $1,166,487 over 8 shows
 
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U.S. student on trial for murder

A look at the trial of Amanda Knox, an American university student accused of murdering a fellow student in a case that has attracted huge attention in Italy and in Europe.

 
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Actress Audrey Hepburn's wardrobe up for auction

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Audrey Hepburn once declared her look was "attainable" and an upcoming auction of some of the fashionable film star's wardrobe will make that possible.  Full Article