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How the Louvre Jewel Heist Unfolded in Broad Daylight

2025-10-21

A daring daytime theft at the Louvre exposed critical security flaws and raised alarms across the global museum community.

Cable Used in Deadly Funicular Crash in Lisbon Not Cleared for Public Transport

Investigation, World News

Lisbon Funicular Crash: Wrong Cable, No Brakes, 16 Dead

2025-10-21

A preliminary report reveals the Lisbon funicular that killed 16 used an uncertified cable and had no working emergency brakes.

Gaza Humanitarian Foundation Operations Unravel

International, World News

Gaza Aid Group Halts Work Despite Ceasefire

2025-10-21

The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has suspended its critical aid operations in Gaza, citing a severe lack of funds and insurmountable logistical challenges, even as a new ceasefire offers a fragile window for relief.

Other Brazen Art Heists Like the Louvre Jewelry Theft

Investigation, World News

Louvre Heist Echoes History’s Boldest Museum Robberies

2025-10-20

The latest Louvre heist echoes a century of daring museum thefts, revealing a persistent vulnerability in even the world’s most secure cultural institutions.

Why Steal From the Louvre? It May Have More to Do With Stones Than Art.

International, World News

Louvre Heist: Thieves After Gems, Not Art

2025-10-20

In a surprising twist, the latest Louvre robbery targeted precious jewels for resale, signaling a shift in museum theft tactics across Europe.

What to Know About Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights

Lifestyle, World News

Diwali 2025: Secrets Behind India’s Festival of Lights

2025-10-20

Diwali 2025 lights up India and the world with its message of hope, tradition, and unity. Learn how this ancient festival is celebrated across regions and cultures.