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Two Arrested in €88 Million Louvre Crown Jewel Heist as Probe Deepens
Two suspects have been arrested in France following the €88 million Louvre Museum jewel heist. Authorities say the robbery, carried out in just four minutes, has raised serious questions about the museum’s outdated surveillance systems and overall security protocols
Second Volunteer Firefighter Dies as Spain Battles Worst Wildfire Season in Decades
Spain’s wildfire crisis deepens as a second volunteer firefighter dies in Leon, arson arrests mount, and thousands face evacuations during one of the country’s most destructive fire seasons in decades
Zelensky willing to meet Putin in person for peace talks
Diplomatic efforts have largely stalled since March 2022, with no direct talks between the two sides for over a year. The last round of negotiations in Istanbul produced a peace proposal that was later abandoned, and since then, dialogue has been limited to exchanges of prisoners of war and deceased soldiers
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Belgium’s New F-35 Jets Face Unexpected Problem: Skies Too Small for Training
Belgium’s defence ministry has confirmed its new F-35 fighter jets can’t be used for domestic training due to limited airspace. The issue has triggered criticism from France and reignited debate over Belgium’s choice to buy American-made aircraft over European alternatives
Study Finds Belgium’s ‘€500 Work Bonus’ Goal Already Achieved
A University of Antwerp report has found that 94.5% of unemployed Belgians already earn at least €500 more by working, suggesting the government’s proposed fiscal reform to “make work pay” is unnecessary and politically overstated
Louvre Closes Campana Gallery Amid Structural Fears After Jewel Heist
Structural fears have forced the Louvre to close its Campana Gallery, home to thousands of ancient Greek ceramics. The development comes weeks after a high-profile jewel heist, intensifying concerns over the condition and security of France’s most iconic cultural institution
French Insect-Eating Birds Show Early Signs of Recovery After Pesticide Ban
A comprehensive French study suggests the EU’s neonicotinoid ban is already yielding ecological benefits, with insect-eating bird populations rising slightly after years of decline linked to pesticide exposure
Paris Honors Victims a Decade After 2015 Terror Attacks with Solemn Tributes
Ten years after the 2015 Paris terror attacks, France honors the victims through solemn ceremonies at the Stade de France, café terraces, and the Bataclan. Parisians join in collective remembrance, reflecting on loss, resilience, and national solidarity
Paris Unveils Dynamic New Champs-Élysées Lights for Christmas 2025
Paris prepares to mesmerize visitors with a revamped Champs-Élysées lighting display for Christmas 2025, featuring motion-rich LEDs, a new show titled “Stereophonies,” and a silver hourly spectacle echoing the Eiffel Tower
France Unveils ASMPA-R Missile Images After First Naval Test Launch
The French Armed Forces have released long-awaited images of the ASMPA-R missile after a Rafale-M conducted its first naval test firing, marking a significant milestone in France’s modernization of its airborne nuclear deterrent capabilities
Paris Celebrates Paralympic Day with Athletes, Fans and Festive Spirit
Over 10,000 people celebrated Paralympic Day in Paris, meeting athletes, trying Para sports, and reliving the Paris 2024 spirit, while anticipation grows for France’s performance at the upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games
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