Louvre robbery plot foiled by French police
French police uncover sophisticated robbery plot as criminals posed as cleaners to steal priceless masterpieces from the world's most famous museum.
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High-vis thief smashes Louvre cabinet in bold daylight heist
Shocking footage captures the moment a thief wearing a high-visibility vest shattered a display cabinet at the Louvre Museum in Paris, making off with priceless artefacts in a daring daylight robbery.
Louvre Museum Robbery: Precious Antiquities Stolen in Paris Heist
In a brazen overnight robbery, thieves breached the world-renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, making off with several priceless archaeological treasures while exposing serious security vulnerabilities.
Louvre Museum hit by multi-million euro jewellery heist
In a daring overnight robbery, thieves stole an estimated €2-3 million worth of jewellery from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, leaving French authorities scrambling for answers.
Louvre jewellery heist: Priceless items stolen in minutes
In a stunning security breach, thieves executed a lightning-fast robbery at the Louvre museum, making off with invaluable jewellery pieces in what authorities describe as a meticulously planned operation.
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 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.
Bentley driver's £600k watch stolen in Mayfair robbery
A millionaire businessman was violently robbed of his £600,000 Richard Mille watch moments after parking his pristine white Bentley in an exclusive London district.
Sydney's Coastline Transformed by Sculpture by Sea 2025
Sydney's iconic Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk has been transformed into a breathtaking open-air gallery for Sculpture by Sea 2025, featuring monumental works from international artists against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean.
Damien Hirst Studio Burglary: Art World Shock
Exclusive: Thieves breach Damien Hirst's Gloucester House studio in Westminster, stealing valuable items in sophisticated overnight raid that has left the art community stunned.
Sámi artist transforms Tate Modern with reindeer installation
Máret Ánne Sara's powerful new installation 'Girdiņ Ŋʒʒe' brings the Sámi worldview to London, featuring reindeer skulls and Arctic soundscapes in a stunning critique of colonial oppression.
Domino's robber demands free pizza in bungled raid
A clumsy criminal's attempt to rob a Domino's pizza shop in Weston-super-Mare ended in farce when he returned to the scene hours after his initial failed demand for free food, leading to his arrest and prison sentence.
Frieze Art Fair: The Millionaires' Playground
An exclusive review of Frieze Art Fair London 2025 reveals a world of astronomical prices and elite collectors, where art becomes the ultimate luxury commodity for the super-rich.
Tim Hortons boss robbed of £60k Patek Philippe watch
Shocking CCTV footage captures the brutal moment an audacious thief snatches a luxury Patek Philippe watch from the wrist of Tim Hortons boss Jeremiah Maheu in a brazen daylight robbery at a Canadian coffee shop.
Abramović's Erotic Epic Triumphs in Manchester
Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović stuns audiences once again with the UK revival of her boundary-pushing 'Balkan Erotic Epic' at Manchester's Aviva Studios - a raw exploration of ritual and sexuality.
Melbourne jewellery heist: Trio charged over axe robbery
Three men face court over a brazen daylight robbery at a Melbourne jewellery studio, where thieves armed with an axe and hammer smashed display cases in a terrifying raid captured on CCTV.
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.
London's Video Art Revolution: Paradigm Shift Exhibition
A groundbreaking exhibition at London's 180 Studios showcases how video art has transformed from experimental medium to cultural powerhouse, featuring pioneering artists who changed how we see the world.
Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London
Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.
Maret Anne Sara's haunting Turbine Hall masterpiece at Tate Modern
Norwegian artist Maret Anne Sara transforms Tate Modern's Turbine Hall into an immersive sonic landscape exploring Sámi heritage and environmental consciousness in this breathtaking installation.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Revolutionary New Exhibition
Tate Modern unveils groundbreaking exhibition showcasing Nigeria's explosive modernist movement, featuring over 150 works that redefine 20th century art history.
Frieze London's Barbenheimer Moment with Paris Rival
London's premier art fair faces unprecedented competition from Paris as both cities launch major autumn events simultaneously, creating a cultural showdown that's dividing the global art elite.
Street Art Titans Fairey, Hirst & Invader Shake London
A groundbreaking exhibition at Newport Street Gallery brings together three revolutionary artists in a provocative display that challenges traditional art boundaries and celebrates urban creativity.
Canterbury Cathedral hosts underground graffiti exhibition
In an unprecedented fusion of heritage and contemporary art, Canterbury Cathedral transforms its underground car park into a vibrant street art showcase featuring works from Peckham's creative community, bridging centuries of artistic expression.
Sean Scully: How rectangles contain human suffering
An emotional journey through Sean Scully's latest exhibition at Houghton Hall, where minimalist rectangles become powerful vessels of human pain and resilience.
New Book Reveals the Making of Basquiat the Icon
A groundbreaking new book reveals the making of Jean-Michel Basquiat, exploring how the New York artist transformed from street poet to global art phenomenon and cultural icon.
Hockney & Bachardy: A Queer Californian Art Story
New exhibition reveals intimate portraits and unseen works capturing the profound relationship between David Hockney and Don Bachardy in 1960s California, a pivotal moment in queer art history.
London's drink-painting art exhibition revealed
Discover London's revolutionary 'Art of Drink' exhibition where wine and cocktails transform into painting tools, creating stunning edible artworks in real-time interactive displays.
Nigerian Modernism: Tate's Groundbreaking Show
Discover how Tate Modern's landmark exhibition redefines art history, showcasing the vibrant genius of Nigeria's modernist pioneers in London's most ambitious African art showcase.
Betty Parsons: Beyond Rothko & Pollock
A groundbreaking London exhibition reveals how gallery owner Betty Parsons launched Rothko, Pollock and other abstract expressionist legends while maintaining her own scintillating artistic practice.
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