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world1 month ago•35 min saved

Louvre jewel heist captured on TV underscores security gaps

A newly aired surveillance video from France Televisions shows two thieves breaking into the Louvre’s Apollo Gallery through a reinforced window, using disk cutters to slice display cases and stealing nine pieces of jewelry worth about $102 million while staff did not intervene; the footage highlights security gaps cited in a recent audit (35% of the Denon Wing not monitored). Four suspects are in custody, and aside from a crown dropped during the escape, none of the jewels have been recovered.

via Yahoo|

#apollo-gallery #crown-jewels #jewel-heist

world4 months ago•3 min saved

Louvre Museum Closes After Bold Jewel Heist

Thieves disguised as construction workers broke into the Louvre Museum in Paris, stealing valuable jewelry with historical significance, including pieces once owned by Napoleon, before escaping on motorcycles. The museum was closed for investigation, and the theft is considered brazen and significant due to the items' inestimable value.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#art-theft #jewelry-theft #louvre-museum

world2 years ago•3 min saved

"Climate Activists Arrested for Soup Attack on 'Mona Lisa' in Paris"

Two climate activists were arrested after throwing soup at the "Mona Lisa" in the Louvre Museum in Paris, advocating for a sustainable food system and protesting the farming system's impact on the environment. This incident follows previous art-related protests, including the smearing of cream cake on the painting in 2022. Similar protests have occurred at other art institutions, such as throwing mashed potatoes at Claude Monet's "Les Meules" in Germany and tomato soup at Vincent van Gogh's "Sunflowers" in London.

via CBS News|

#climate-activists #environmental-protest #louvre-museum

environment2 years ago•1 min saved

Climate Activists Splatter 'Mona Lisa' with Soup in Paris Protest

Two climate activists threw soup at the glass protecting the "Mona Lisa" at the Louvre Museum in Paris, advocating for a sustainable food system and better conditions for farmers. The activists, associated with the "FOOD RIPOSTE" group, called for a state-sponsored health care system equivalent for healthy food access and farmer income. The incident led to the arrest of two individuals and prompted Louvre employees to evacuate the room. This action comes amid ongoing protests by French farmers seeking better remuneration and protection against cheap imports.

via The Associated Press|

#climate-activists #environment #louvre-museum

art-and-activism2 years ago•2 min saved

"Mona Lisa Targeted: Activists Splatter Painting with Soup in Louvre Protest"

Activists from the food-security group "Riposte Alimentaire" splattered the glass-covered "Mona Lisa" painting with soup at the Louvre Museum in Paris, calling for the integration of food into the general social security system and highlighting issues of food waste and inequality. The group's statement cited concerns about food insecurity, excessive profits in the French agriculture and food industry, and the impact of agriculture on greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity.

via ABC News|

#activism #art-and-activism #food-security

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Food Protesters Splatter Mona Lisa with Soup at Louvre"

Climate activists threw soup at the glass protecting the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris, advocating for a sustainable food system amid ongoing French farmers' protests against low wages and other issues. The activists were arrested, and the Louvre employees placed black panels in front of the painting. The "Food Riposte" group called for better access to healthy food and decent income for farmers, while angry farmers have been using tractors to set up road blockades and slow traffic across France. The government announced measures that farmers found insufficient, prompting threats to block main roads leading to Paris, with the Prime Minister acknowledging the need for short, middle, and long-term solutions.

via The Associated Press|

#climate-activists #environment #french-farmers

environment2 years ago•2 min saved

Soup-Throwing Climate Activists Target Mona Lisa in Louvre Protest

Two climate and agricultural activists threw soup at the bulletproof glass protecting the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris, demanding the right to healthy and sustainable food. The group, Riposte Alimentaire, advocates for action on climate change and sustainable agriculture, criticizing the French government's climate commitments and calling for better access to food and decent income for farmers. This incident follows a series of attacks on famous artworks by environmental activists in various museums across Europe.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#climate-activism #environment #environmental-activism

security2 years ago•3 min saved

Louvre and Versailles Palace Evacuated Amid Bomb Threats, France on High Alert

The Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace in Paris were evacuated after receiving bomb threats, as France remains on high alert following a fatal school stabbing by a suspected Islamic extremist. The Louvre was searched, but no bomb was found, and it will reopen as usual. The former royal palace at Versailles also received bomb threats and was evacuated. Additionally, a major Paris train station, Gare de Lyon, was being evacuated due to a possible explosive. The French government has deployed 7,000 troops to increase security, and counterterrorism authorities are investigating the school attack.

via The Times of Israel|

#bomb-threats #france #louvre-museum

security2 years ago•4 min saved

"France on High Alert: Louvre and Versailles Evacuated, Teacher Stabbed in Islamist Terror"

France has deployed 7,000 troops and increased security measures after bomb threats were made against the Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace, leading to evacuations. The threats came a day after a teacher was stabbed to death by a suspected Islamist terrorist in Arras. The attacker, who shouted "Allahu akbar" during the attack, was a former student at the school. French President Emmanuel Macron denounced the attack as an act of "Islamist terror" and ordered the deployment of troops throughout the country. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but French intelligence suggests a possible link to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

via New York Post |

#bomb-threats #france #islamist-terror

security2 years ago•3 min saved

"France's Iconic Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace Evacuated Amid Bomb Threats and High Alert"

The Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace in France were evacuated after receiving bomb threats, as the country remains on high alert following a fatal school stabbing by a suspected Islamic extremist. The Louvre was searched but no bomb was found, and it will reopen as usual. The former royal palace at Versailles also received bomb threats and was evacuated. Additionally, a major Paris train station, Gare de Lyon, was evacuated due to a possible explosive. The French government has deployed 7,000 troops to increase security, and counterterrorism authorities are investigating the school attack.

via PBS NewsHour|

#bomb-threats #france #louvre-museum

world2 years ago•1 min saved

"Security Threat Forces Evacuation of Louvre Museum in Paris"

The Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace in Paris were evacuated after receiving bomb threats, as France remains on high security alert following a fatal school stabbing by a suspected extremist. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The French government has raised the threat alert level and is deploying 7,000 troops to increase security. The Louvre, home to masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa, welcomes thousands of visitors daily.

via CBS News|

#bomb-threats #evacuation #france

security-threats2 years ago•1 min saved

"Security Threats Force Evacuation of Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace in France"

The Louvre Museum in Paris and Versailles Palace were evacuated after receiving bomb threats, as France remains on high security alert following a fatal school stabbing by a suspected extremist. No incidents or injuries were reported, and police conducted searches at both locations. The French government has raised the threat alert level and deployed 7,000 troops to increase security.

via ABC News|

#bomb-threats #evacuation #france

security2 years ago•0 min saved

"High Alert: Louvre Museum Evacuated Amid Threat in Paris"

The Louvre Museum in Paris is evacuating all visitors and staff and closing early due to a written threat, which is believed to be linked to the government's decision to put France on high alert following a fatal school stabbing by a suspected extremist. No incidents or injuries have been reported, and police are currently conducting verifications. The French government has raised the threat alert level and is deploying 7,000 troops to enhance security.

via CNBC|

#evacuation #high-alert #louvre-museum

security2 years ago•1 min saved

"Security Alert: Louvre Museum Evacuated Following Knife Attack in France"

The Louvre museum in Paris was evacuated and closed "for security reasons" as France remains on high alert following a knife attack in the town of Arras. The museum received a written message indicating a risk, prompting the evacuation and closure for the day. The suspected attacker in Arras has been arrested, and authorities suggest a probable link to ongoing violence in the Middle East. Visitors who had booked tickets for the day will be reimbursed.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#evacuation #high-alert #knife-attack