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Egypt's Colossi of Memnon Restored After 3,000 Years

After a 20-year restoration, Egypt unveils the resurrected Colossi of Memnon, monumental statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, damaged by an earthquake over three millennia ago. Discover the history.

Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure

The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure. Hopes are high it can foster unity, but deep political and economic divisions remain.

America's Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Revealed

Exclusive investigation uncovers the vehicles thieves target most across the US, with surprising findings about which models are at highest risk and essential prevention tips.

Aztec Artefacts Found in Minneapolis Target Store

A Minneapolis Target store was abruptly evacuated after employees discovered what appeared to be pre-Columbian Mexican artefacts in a staff break room, sparking a major police response and archaeological investigation.

Two More Charged in Louvre Heist Investigation

French authorities have charged two additional suspects in connection with the audacious Louvre museum theft, bringing the total to four individuals accused of orchestrating the multi-million euro art heist that shocked Paris.

Louvre Museum Jewels Stolen in Daring Heist

Thieves have pulled off a spectacular robbery at the Louvre Museum, making off with priceless jewels from the historic Crown of Louis XV in a meticulously planned overnight theft.

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

After 20 years of construction and a £1 billion investment, Cairo's monumental Grand Egyptian Museum opens to the public, becoming the world's largest archaeological museum and new crown jewel of Egypt's cultural heritage.

Egypt demands Louvre return ancient artefacts

Egypt's antiquities authority launches formal campaign for the return of prized artefacts from the Louvre Museum, escalating global debate about cultural heritage repatriation.

Stolen luxury cars found in shipping containers

Exclusive investigation reveals how stolen high-end vehicles are being smuggled abroad in shipping containers from UK ports, with authorities intercepting luxury cars worth over £230,000 destined for foreign markets.

Louvre 1998 robbery case reopened with new evidence

French authorities have reopened the investigation into the infamous 1998 Louvre Museum robbery after compelling new evidence surfaced, potentially cracking one of Paris's most baffling art theft cold cases.

Louvre Heist: France's Crown Jewels Stolen

An audacious theft at the Louvre Museum sees France's priceless crown jewels vanish in a sophisticated heist that has stunned security experts and art historians worldwide.

Louvre thieves escape with £76m jewels in basket

Security footage exposes the audacious Paris robbery where thieves used a mechanical delivery basket to steal priceless jewels worth £76 million from the Louvre Museum before calmly escaping.

Louvre Jewel Heist: Master Thieves Strike Paris Museum

In an audacious overnight raid, sophisticated thieves have stolen priceless jewels from the Louvre Museum's prestigious collection, leaving French authorities baffled by their precision and daring escape.

£88M Jewels Stolen in Daring Louvre Heist

In an audacious overnight theft, priceless jewels valued at an astonishing £88 million were stolen from the world-renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, leaving authorities baffled and security questions raised.

Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare

A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.

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