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Louvre Museum evacuated over Paris bomb threat

France's iconic Louvre Museum was abruptly evacuated and closed following a written bomb threat, as security forces sweep the premises amid heightened terror alert levels across Europe.

Mona Lisa Robbery Attempt Foiled at Louvre Museum

French authorities have thwarted an attempted robbery at the Louvre Museum targeting Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa, raising serious security concerns at one of the world's most visited cultural institutions.

Louvre Heist: Gang Steals £460K in 40 Minutes

Exclusive investigation reveals how a sophisticated criminal gang pulled off one of Paris' most audacious museum robberies in broad daylight, making off with priceless Chinese artefacts while evading security.

Louvre closed after major armed art robbery

French authorities have sealed off the Louvre Museum following a sophisticated armed robbery, with Culture Minister condemning the 'unprecedented attack on our cultural heritage' as investigations continue.

Louvre Museum evacuated after bomb threat

The world's most visited museum was abruptly cleared today after receiving a written bomb threat, forcing thousands of visitors including those hoping to see the Mona Lisa to evacuate.

Louvre Museum evacuated amid armed robbery scare

France's iconic Louvre Museum was plunged into chaos as armed robbers triggered a major security lockdown, sending tourists fleeing in panic through the historic centre of Paris.

Louvre Museum evacuated over security threat

The world-renowned Louvre Museum in Paris was abruptly closed and evacuated after receiving a written security threat, sending police and staff into emergency action to protect priceless artworks.

Louvre Museum shuts after multi-million jewellery heist

In a stunning security breach, the world-renowned Louvre Museum was forced to shut its doors after an organised gang stole jewellery worth millions from a prestigious exhibition, leaving authorities scrambling.

Sheila Canby: Islamic Art Curator Legacy

Remembering Sheila Canby, the visionary curator who transformed London's Islamic art collections and brought Middle Eastern masterpieces to global prominence.

Sophie Turner's private Mona Lisa viewing at Louvre

Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner and Louis Vuitton's creative director enjoyed exclusive after-hours access to the Louvre's most famous masterpiece, bypassing the usual crowds in a luxury Parisian experience.

Priceless Gold Collection Stolen in Paris Museum Heist

Thieves have executed a sophisticated raid on France's National Museum of Natural History, making off with an 'inestimable' collection of historic gold samples. The audacious theft has left investigators scrambling and the scientific community reeling.

Saudi Arabia Unveils World's Largest Museum Plans

Saudi Arabia announces the Prince Mohammed bin Salman International Museum, a colossal cultural project in Riyadh set to be the world's largest museum, showcasing 30,000 artefacts across five revolutionary wings.

Your Perfect One-Day Paris Itinerary Revealed

Discover the perfect plan for an unforgettable day in Paris. From sunrise at the Eiffel Tower to a moonlit Seine cruise, this expert guide reveals how to soak in the art, cuisine, and essence of Paris without missing a beat.

George Lucas's £1.5bn Museum Lands in Los Angeles

Star Wars creator George Lucas selects Los Angeles as the permanent home for his groundbreaking £1.5 billion narrative art museum, ending a dramatic search that spanned multiple US cities.

Netflix's 'Stolen': Inside Sweden's Helicopter Heist

Netflix's 'Stolen' chronicles the audacious 2009 Västberga helicopter heist, where thieves stole millions in Sweden's most infamous robbery. Discover the mastermind behind the crime and the shocking twists in this true-crime thriller.

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