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Louvre Heist: France's Crown Jewels Stolen

An audacious theft at the Louvre Museum sees France's priceless crown jewels vanish in a sophisticated heist that has stunned security experts and art historians worldwide.

Lost Picasso Painting Mystery Solved After 30 Years

A missing Picasso still-life painting has been located in a Spanish private collection after vanishing from public view for three decades, solving one of the art world's enduring mysteries.

Louvre's masterpieces in digital art heist protest

In a stunning act of creative protest, anonymous artists have digitally 'stolen' the Louvre's most famous residents, including the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, to create a powerful commentary on cultural appropriation and modern politics.

Welsh wool art wins prestigious Artes Mundi prize

Scottish artist Alberta Whittle triumphs at Artes Mundi 10 with her poignant installation celebrating Welsh wool heritage, blending activism with textile artistry in Cardiff exhibition.

Louvre 'Heist' Sparks Conspiracy Theory Frenzy Online

The Louvre Museum faces online speculation as internet sleuths question the authenticity of a recent theft, suggesting the entire incident was staged. Digital detectives point to CCTV footage and security protocols in their controversial claims.

Louvre thieves caught on camera in failed heist

Two would-be thieves were caught on camera attempting to steal paintings from the Louvre in a comedy of errors that saw them flee empty-handed after triggering multiple alarms in the world's most famous museum.

Louvre heist sparks true crime tourism boom

The Louvre Museum experiences unexpected visitor surge following dramatic €1.5 million art theft, as true crime enthusiasts seek to walk in thieves' footsteps through world's most famous gallery.

Turner & Hirst: Liverpool's Blockbuster Art Show

Liverpool's Tate gallery unveils spectacular anniversary exhibition pairing JMW Turner's dramatic seascapes with Damien Hirst's controversial shark in formaldehyde, promising visitors an unforgettable artistic journey.

Louvre Museum Jewels Stolen in Daring Heist

Exclusive investigation reveals how audacious thieves stole precious jewels from Paris's Louvre Museum in a meticulously planned operation that exposed critical security flaws.

Louvre reopens after major jewellery heist

Paris's Louvre Museum resumes operations following an audacious overnight jewellery theft from its Islamic art collection, raising serious questions about museum security protocols.

Louvre Jewel Heist: Master Thieves Strike Paris Museum

In an audacious overnight raid, sophisticated thieves have stolen priceless jewels from the Louvre Museum's prestigious collection, leaving French authorities baffled by their precision and daring escape.

Louvre Museum Diamond Heist: Millions in Gems Stolen

In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious diamonds worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about the iconic institution's protection measures.

£88M Jewels Stolen in Daring Louvre Heist

In an audacious overnight theft, priceless jewels valued at an astonishing £88 million were stolen from the world-renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, leaving authorities baffled and security questions raised.

Louvre Heist: £90m Loss Revealed Ahead of MP Hearing

The Louvre Museum director faces parliamentary scrutiny as devastating new figures reveal nearly £90m in losses from the sophisticated art heist, raising urgent questions about museum security protocols.

Louvre Heist Exposes France's Political Crisis

A shocking raid on the Louvre Museum reveals more than stolen art - it uncovers a nation grappling with political turmoil and security failures that threaten Macron's presidency.

Louvre security chief accused after major art heist

France faces international humiliation as politicians accuse the Louvre of prioritising diversity over security after a major robbery. The museum's female security director now stands accused of being a 'diversity hire' as questions mount about the instit

Louvre heist exposes critical museum security flaws

A sophisticated theft at the Louvre museum exposes critical security flaws, raising urgent questions about protecting cultural treasures as French authorities launch an international investigation.

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.

Secret art collective shares gallery memberships

An underground network is enabling struggling artists to access premium exhibitions through shared membership cards, challenging London's exclusive art scene in a bold act of creative solidarity.

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.

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