Louvre Museum closes after theft
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Louvre Museum closes after theft
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"French daily Le Parisien reported that the criminals entered the world's most visited museum and former palace via the Seine-facing facade, where construction is underway. The report said they used a freight elevator to gain direct access to the targeted room in the Apollo Gallery. After breaking windows, they reportedly stole nine pieces from the jewellery collection of Napoleon and the Empress, Le Parisien said."
The Independent sends journalists to cover developing stories across reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. The outlet investigates topics such as the financials of Elon Musk's pro‑Trump PAC and produces documentaries like 'The A Word', which highlights American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Independent maintains free access by avoiding paywalls and requests donations to fund reporters and keep reporting available to all. A theft occurred at the Louvre, prompting the museum's temporary closure while authorities investigate. France's culture minister Rachida Dati reported a robbery at the museum opening with no injuries. Le Parisien reported that criminals entered via the Seine‑facing façade, used a freight elevator to access the Apollo Gallery, broke windows, and reportedly stole nine jewellery pieces belonging to Napoleon and the Empress. The Louvre has a history of notable thefts, including the 1911 Mona Lisa disappearance.
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