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World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build

After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.

Woman charged in Louvre jewellery heist

French authorities charge woman in connection with sophisticated Louvre jewellery theft that saw €5 million in treasures stolen from prestigious Paris museum.

UK demands Sudan ceasefire after massacre reports

Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan following reports of horrific massacre that left over 100 dead, with UK pushing for emergency UN Security Council session.

Budget Uncertainty Creates 'Brutal' Climate for Boat Show

The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget decisions create a 'brutal' climate for marine businesses, with exhibitors feeling 'very attacked' by financial uncertainty.

Sudan's El Fasher: A Global Failure Demanding Action

The horrific violence in Sudan's El Fasher represents not just a local conflict but a catastrophic international failure. As civilians face unimaginable horrors, the world's passive response raises urgent questions about global responsibility and the need

Museum Heist: 1,000+ Artefacts Stolen in Bold Raid

In a brazen overnight theft, sophisticated criminals have plundered more than 1,000 items from a museum collection, leaving authorities stunned by the scale and precision of the operation.

CDC hiring freeze cripples US health protection agency

Exclusive investigation reveals how a government-wide hiring freeze has left the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention struggling to function, with critical positions unfilled and employee morale at breaking point.

3 in 10 Brits battle home space shortage

New research reveals Britain's growing storage struggle, with millions of homeowners and renters overwhelmed by possessions and lacking adequate space.

Egypt's $1bn Grand Museum opens after 20-year build

After two decades of construction and numerous delays, Egypt's monumental $1 billion Grand Egyptian Museum opens its doors beside the Giza pyramids, becoming the world's largest archaeological museum.

Oakland Museum Heist: Native American Artefacts Stolen

A sophisticated burglary at Oakland Museum of California sees thieves steal invaluable Native American artefacts in a carefully planned overnight operation, leaving authorities and community devastated.

Young couple abandon UK for Australian dream

Fed up with the UK's cost of living crisis and bleak prospects, Millie and Harry have packed their bags for Australia in search of better opportunities and sunshine.

DNA breakthrough leads to Louvre heist arrests

French authorities make significant progress in Louvre theft case as genetic evidence and international cooperation uncover sophisticated criminal network behind missing treasures.

Five New Arrests in Louvre Museum Heist Probe

French authorities make significant breakthrough in Louvre Museum theft case with five new arrests as international investigation intensifies into stolen Renaissance artworks.

Louvre robbery foiled: suspects arrested in Paris

French authorities have apprehended multiple suspects following an audacious attempted robbery at the Louvre museum targeting priceless crown jewels. Discover how the dramatic security operation unfolded.

Louvre heist suspects confess partially

Two individuals arrested over the daring Louvre Museum theft have partially admitted involvement, while French officials explore potential insider collaboration in the sophisticated art heist.

Gaza death toll tops 100 in Israeli strikes

Fresh Israeli strikes across Gaza have resulted in over 100 Palestinian fatalities, including women and children, amid escalating regional tensions and international calls for de-escalation.

Trump axes arts funding board in cultural blow

Former President Donald Trump has abruptly dismissed the entire board of the federal Arts and Artifacts International Indemnity Programme, jeopardising funding for major museum exhibitions across the UK and beyond.

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