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Over 500 people helped José Arcas in his search for an iPad he forgot on a Renfe AVE train.

The Lollapalooza 2026 festival's lost and found department has reported a wide array of forgotten items, from cameras to a rosary.

A medical student in Ponta Porã, Brazil, escaped a kidnapping attempt but was later found disoriented in Paraguay after her family reported her missing.

A Haitian migrant lost his U.S. citizenship after a federal court found he obtained it illegally through false statements and was sentenced to 50 months in prison for COVID-19 related fraud.

The article discusses the impact of the Asia Minor Catastrophe, highlighting the orphans who lost their families and found refuge in Kalamata, Greece.

The author reflects on a personal experience of searching for a beloved purple thermos in the gym's lost and found, intertwining memories of their childhood and health journey.

Angela Lipps, a Tennessee woman, was wrongfully imprisoned for six months based on an AI's misidentification, resulting in the loss of her home and pet.

Stanford biologist Paul Ehrlich, known for his dire predictions about overpopulation and global catastrophe, became a notable figure but ultimately found his forecasts to be incorrect.

A lost dog named Koko was reunited with her family two years after vanishing in Texas, after being found in New Jersey through a microchip.

Two lost episodes of the iconic series Doctor Who have been rediscovered and are set to be remastered for streaming by the BBC.

Two previously 'lost' episodes of Doctor Who from the 1960s have been restored and will soon be available for viewing on BBC iPlayer.

A Berliner lost his wedding ring at a rest area in Bavaria, but after a truck driver found it and turned it in, he was able to retrieve it, expressing his relief and contemplating a move to the area.

A 56-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle and fell into a ravine in Limeira, SP, and was found to be unlicensed.

A report reveals that lost rabbits seldom find their way back home in Finland, with a 0% retrieval rate for those found in 2025.

Harry Maguire, defender for Manchester United, has been found guilty in a Greek court case stemming from an incident in Mykonos, with his suspended sentence reduced from 21 months to 15 months.

A man in a small town in Argentina regained an envelope containing dollars after a municipal worker found it and returned it to him.

A woman's Pomeranian, stolen 12 years ago, is finally found and returned to her family after being identified through a microchip.

Over 1,000 personal items were reported lost by carnival-goers in Olinda, including documents, smartphones, and a smartwatch, according to the local government's lost and found department.

The Salvador Metro in Brazil recorded 218 lost items during Carnival 2026, showing a 14% increase compared to the previous year.

Underwater archaeologists have discovered the wreck of a WWII era B-17 bomber in the Baltic Sea, potentially identifying a long-lost crew and bringing closure to their families.

A priest and parishioners in Brazil found humor in a lost denture announcement made during a church service.

A woman's prosthetic leg, lost on a beach, was discovered months later distanced by 23 kilometers, with a sock still attached.

The article tells the inspiring story of Sheikh Omar, who, after losing his sight unexpectedly, transformed his life and found purpose by interpreting the Quran in three countries.

A man lost his life after falling overboard from the Norwegian bulk carrier Spar Scorpio off the coast of Malta last week, and he has not yet been found.

A 62-year-old man was rescued by helicopter after getting lost while biking in Campinas, Brazil, and was found dehydrated and exhausted.

Scientists possibly located the long-missing Soviet lunar lander, Luna 9, but disagree on its exact location.

A delivery man in Palmas, Brazil, had his lost money returned after three weeks of searching, thanks to the integrity of a sales team who found it and sought out its owner.

A father was discovered in bed with his long-lost daughter by his young stepson, leading to police involvement and revelations of their previously incestuous relationship.

The police in Hyvinkää are looking for the owner of a significant collection of jewelry found by a bystander.

A lost gold pendant from the marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon was found in 2019 and is now part of the British Museum's collection after a significant public fundraising effort.

Researchers have confirmed the existence of an ancient city founded by Alexander the Great along the Tigris River, using drones and underground structure detection technologies.

A two-year-old girl who wandered away from her home in Uberlândia was found within minutes by a passerby after her mother left her temporarily at a friend's house.

Researchers from the UK and Japan have utilized artificial intelligence to locate the Soviet Luna 9 spacecraft, which went missing nearly 60 years ago on the Moon.

A taxi driver in Bangalore, named Uttam, has received widespread praise for his honesty after he diligently returned a lost bag containing important documents to its owner.

In her latest column, Katja Petrowskaja discusses how Ukrainians are coping with Russian attacks on energy supplies during a harsh winter.

A young woman in Ubatuba found a digital camera that had been lost on a trail, along with evidence of kindness from a group of teenagers who found the camera before her.

Advocacy groups warn that Australia's new social media restrictions may lead to increased isolation for children with disabilities, as illustrated by the experience of a 14-year-old autistic girl who found community and safety online.

An anonymous owner from the U.S. West Coast discovered a drawing inherited from his grandmother is a long-lost work by Michelangelo, valued at $23 million.

The article explores the unusual items found in the lost and found office of Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, including everything from mobile phones and wallets to ironing boards and dentures.

The Spanish National Police discovered three paintings, including a Joaquín Sorolla piece and two oils by José Moreno Carbonero, that had been missing for over 50 years in the Duke of Alba's residence.

The Spanish Police retrieved three artworks, including Joaquín Sorolla's 'La Chata', that had been missing since the 1970s and were found in the Palacio de Liria in Madrid, the residence of one of Spain's prominent aristocratic families.

A five-year-old boy named Yan Mateo was found safe in the forests of southern Yucatán after a search involving state police, firefighters, family, and volunteers.

Top chef Paul Cunningham reflects on his experiences over the past seven to eight years, which have led to a personal transformation after losing his left leg due to a severe infection.

A 15th-century gothic painting by Nicolás Francés, lost since 1957, was discovered in the Springfield Museum in Massachusetts, aided by historian Jaime Gallego and artificial intelligence.

The legend of the Golden Train, filled with treasures and lost at the end of World War II, is revived with new evidence presented by a group called 'Golden Train 2025.'

The author recounts a stressful journey to Helsinki, losing their backpack on the way while dealing with a work-related call, and reflecting on the experience in a humorous light.

A report by Le Monde reveals that a local investigation found 35,000 children and adults in Gaza have partially or completely lost their hearing due to the ongoing war, highlighting the profound humanitarian impact of the conflict.

A 46-year-old man found gold coins worth 20,000 euros in a supermarket parking lot and brought them to the police, who are now seeking the original owner.

iPhone users are encouraged to enable a new text feature that automates the location tracking of stolen or lost devices and notifies trusted contacts.

The article reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of winning and losing through the lens of a childhood memory related to a lottery win.