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Culture news

What are some of the most famous museum heists throughout history?

Thieves reportedly stole nine pieces of valuable jewellery from the Louvre on Sunday, but it's not the first daring heist at the museum. Here’s a look at some other famous heists worldwide.

19/10/2025

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19/10/2025

Germany

German civil protection agency removes war as 'unlikely' possibility

The Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance warned in its latest report that war no longer seems as unlikely as it did a few years ago, as it recommends maintaining food supplies of three to ten days.

19/10/2025

World News

Poland not an isolated case: The secret tunnel system of migrants

Officers of the Podlaskie Border Guard discovered a tunnel under the Polish-Belarusian border on Friday. Similar tunnels have been found in Hungary.

19/10/2025

Travel News

Smoking, noise and pets: New beach rules for San Sebastián

San Sebastián's new beach rules should be in effect by 2026.

19/10/2025

USA

Trump lashes out at Colombia's Petro and announces aid withdrawal

Trump's comments come after Petro accused the US government of assassination and demanded answers after the latest American strike in Caribbean waters.

19/10/2025

Gaza

Trump says ceasefire to hold after Israel airstrikes on Hamas in Rafah

Trump says the ceasefire is still in place after Israel conducted airstrikes in Rafah, stating Hamas was violating the truce.

19/10/2025

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19/10/2025

Culture news

Jewels of 'inestimable' value stolen from Louvre museum in Paris

France's Interior Ministry said that around 9.30am several intruders forced open a window, stole jewels from vitrines and fled on two-wheelers.

19/10/2025

Culture news

Art for everyone: Artweeks transforms Istanbul's art scene

The event, sponsored by UBS and Bilgili Holding, showcases free examples of modern and contemporary art at two locations from October 15-26.

19/10/2025

Cinema

Michael Mann receives the 2025 Lumière Award

The Lumière Festival honoured iconic director Michael Mann by awarding him its prestigious prize. In an emotional ceremony, the American filmmaker praised the festival's spirit and revealed details about the Heat sequel, which could begin production next summer.

19/10/2025

USA

Thousands protest Trump's 'authoritarian' rule across major US cities

Tens of thousands of protesters flooded the streets of major US cities nationwide to demand an end to President Donald Trump’s “authoritarian” rule. Hundreds of concerned Americans abroad also staged protests in several European metropolitans.

19/10/2025

Sport

Mexican Passion Lights Up Day 2 in Guadalajara

Day 2 of the Guadalajara Grand Prix saw judo brilliance from world champion Haruka Kaju, Olympic champion Hidayat Heydarov, and Croatia’s Lara Cvjetko, with Vusal Galandarzade closing the day in style. The Mexican crowd’s energy made it an unforgettable day.

19/10/2025

World News

Qatar brokers immediate ceasefire deal between Afghanistan, Pakistan

The two sides have agreed to hold follow-up talks in Qatar to establish conditions and a framework for lasting peace, bringing an end to a week of deadly cross border skirmishes, which have killed dozens of people.

19/10/2025

Culture news

Diverse issues: How Uzbekistan is uniting its multi-ethnic population

The personal story of the Korean Cultural Centres Association in Uzbekistan chairman, Viktor Pak, who was raised by an Uzbek family, is the best example of how the country of around 38 million people tries to unite its diverse population

19/10/2025

Earth News

Listening to orcas: How internet cables could save endangered whales

The Salish Sea experiment turns undersea cables into giant whale microphones for research.

19/10/2025

Travel News

Meet the travellers flocking to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan

Following the Taliban resurgence in 2021, Afghanistan has witnessed an unexpected boom in tourism - but is it really wise to visit?

19/10/2025

Tech News

Consultation for Digital Fairness Act exposes EU’s survey sore spots

The author makes the case for changing a European Union consultation process to represent more diverse perspectives.

19/10/2025

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19/10/2025