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Louvre closes gallery due to structural weaknesses

The Louvre Museum closes its Campana Gallery after an audit reveals structural beam weaknesses. This comes weeks after a major jewellery heist. Discover the latest on the museum's challenges.

Stonehenge security alert after Louvre heist

British authorities ramp up protection at Stonehenge following a daring theft of ancient stones from the Louvre, raising concerns about similar attacks on UK heritage sites.

Daredevil bodybuilder wanted in £76m Louvre heist

French authorities hunt for motocross daredevil and social media sensation suspected of masterminding the Louvre's £76 million jewellery robbery, as his reckless Parisian antics gain cult status online.

Wright of Derby: National Gallery's Revolutionary Exhibition

London's National Gallery unveils a groundbreaking exhibition exploring Joseph Wright of Derby's masterful use of light and scientific themes, positioning the 18th-century artist as Britain's first true painter of the Enlightenment era.

Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree

A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.

Petty criminals behind shocking Louvre jewellery heist

Shocking details emerge as Paris prosecutors confirm the Louvre Museum's prestigious jewellery collection was stolen by amateur criminals in a daring overnight heist that exposed serious security flaws.

Two More Charged in Louvre Heist Investigation

French authorities have charged two additional suspects in connection with the audacious Louvre museum theft, bringing the total to four individuals accused of orchestrating the multi-million euro art heist that shocked Paris.

Louvre Museum Jewels Stolen in Daring Heist

Thieves have pulled off a spectacular robbery at the Louvre Museum, making off with priceless jewels from the historic Crown of Louis XV in a meticulously planned overnight theft.

Art Detectives: Hunt for Fake Old Masters

Christopher Stevens reviews BBC's gripping new art world investigation series where experts uncover forged masterpieces in this thrilling cultural whodunnit.

Christopher Mullan: Street Art Pioneer Dies at 46

Discover the remarkable life of Christopher Mullan, the visionary Belfast-born artist who transformed urban landscapes and mentored a generation of street artists before his tragic passing at 46.

Louvre's £7.8M Jewellery Heist Mystery

A spectacular robbery at the Louvre has left French authorities scrambling as thieves make off with precious jewels worth millions in a daring daylight raid.

Louvre crown jewels robbery foiled, suspects arrested

French authorities have apprehended multiple suspects in connection with an audacious attempted robbery of priceless crown jewels at the Louvre Museum in Paris, uncovering a sophisticated criminal plot.

Louvre Heist Foiled: International Gang Arrested

French authorities have apprehended three suspects in connection with an audacious attempted robbery at the Louvre Museum, uncovering a sophisticated international criminal operation targeting priceless jewels.

Louvre Museum Heist: Three Charged in Jewel Theft

French authorities have charged three suspects following a sophisticated multi-million euro jewellery heist at the iconic Louvre Museum in Paris. Discover how the audacious theft unfolded and the international investigation that followed.

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