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World in brief: 18 June 2018
Napoleon's hat auctioned off in France, Audi boss arrested in Germany, Israel criticises William Windsor, and terror attack in Kenya

FRANCE: A hat said to have been worn by Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo was auctioned at Lyon today.

It was expected to sell for €30,000-€40,000 (£26,000-£35,000).

The emperor wore at least 120 hats in his career with 12 in service at any one time, each with a three-year lifespan. Only 19 are thought to still exist.

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