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The Crown of Thorns returns to Notre Dame after the ‘modern miracle’ of its rescue from the fire

A lot of my research involves examining relics from Jesus’s final days. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with some of the custodians of the sacred objects at Notre Dame.

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OPINION - The Greeks do not have a moral right to the Elgin Marbles and if we 'loan' them, they will never come back

It doesn’t take much nous to see what’s going on with the Elgin Marbles. After the PM’s affectionate chat with the Greek Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the other day, Sir Keir Starmer’s office has confirmed that the Government will not stand in the way of a deal between the Greek…

Evening Standard

Why you should get to know Thomas Aquinas, even 800 years after he lived

Some years ago, I was rushing past the treasures of the Louvre in Paris, on the way to the “Mona Lisa,” when a painting stopped me in my tracks.

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Inside ‘De toutes beautés!’, the Louvre’s new exhibition narrating 10,000 years of beauty ideals through art

‘De toutes beautés!’ marks the beginning of a three-year partnership between the Louvre and L’Oréal Groupe. India Birgitta Jarvis reports on the show for Wallpaper*

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French Minister Ups Ante In Eiffel Tower Olympic Rings Row

A row over the Olympics logo becoming a longterm feature of the Eiffel Tower has taken a fresh turn with a French government minister bidding to take de facto control over the monument away from the city of Paris.

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'There was a creative void that we both wanted to fill': a day in the life of designers Benji Wiedemann and Alex Lampe

Wiedemann Lampe founders discuss the dynamic of their creative partnership and approaching design briefs with forensic accuracy.

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50 Hilariously Relatable Art History Memes That Prove Nothing Has Changed In Hundreds Of Years

The Mona Lisa was the mother of memes since before memes were even a thing. She paved the way for a plethora of parodies that people can relate to, even if they aren't art lovers. The post 50 Hilariously Relatable Art History Memes That Prove Nothing Has Changed In Hundreds…

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Significant drop in visitors to Louvre, Orsay museums during Paris Olympics

The Louvre, the world’s largest museum, and the Orsay, home to France's collection of impressionist art, saw clear drops in the number of visitors during the Games. While expected, given the focus on sport during the Games, the museums hope their autumn exhibitions will make up for the shortfall.

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How Snoop Dogg is embodying feelgood spirit of Paris Olympics

US rapper brings his upbeat energy to the games as correspondent for TV network NBC and Team USA hype man

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Mona Lisa, table tennis and more: Scottie Scheffler relishing Olympic experience in Paris

"It's definitely a different vibe this week."

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Fans Dress As Mona Lisa To Support Germany In Handball

Fans dressed as Mona Lisa at a handball match in Paris, adding cultural flair and creativity to the sporting event.

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Artworks stolen in Nazi-occupied Paris donated to the Louvre

Eighty years after they were looted from a Jewish family during the Nazi Occupation of France, two 17th-century still-life paintings have been returned to the heirs of their rightful owners – who have donated them to the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Radio France Internationale

Activist Arrested For Attacking Monet Painting In Paris

French police on Saturday arrested a climate activist who staged a protest attack on a priceless Claude Monet painting at the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, prosecutors said.

International Business Times

Insight! Sensitivity! Genius! Our critic picks the top five masterpieces in the National Gallery

It started from scratch – and became one of the world’s greatest collections. As the National Gallery celebrates its 200th birthday, we pick five sublime works – from a serene statesman to Van Gogh’s blazing blooms

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The Louvre Museum looks to rehouse the 'Mona Lisa' in its own room — underground

Louvre Director Laurence des Cars said her institution is looking at upgrading both the visitor experience surrounding the iconic painting as well as the museum overall.

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Could Mona Lisa move into a private suite at Le Louvre?

The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the world's most famous portrait, could get a room of its own in the Louvre, the museum's president said on Saturday.

France 24

Louvre museum says Mona Lisa could get a room of her own

The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, the world's most famous portrait, could get a room of its own in the Louvre, the museum's president said on Saturday.

France 24

Still lives and more dynamic, moving forms at the Louvre

Paris's landmark museum is gearing up for the Olympics, with a special exhibition that takes visitors through the history of the Games. We hear more about a project for those who want to combine exercise and culture, as the Louvre launches a fitness circuit that puts participants among the artwork.…

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The world’s most disappointing masterpiece: why does the Mona Lisa leave so many people underwhelmed?

Online, Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting is the subject of thousands of negative reviews – on display at the Louvre, it is deluged with visitors. Is the problem the artwork or the stressful experience of seeing it?

Evening Standard

Mona Lisa should be moved to an 'underground chamber', Louvre says

Gallery hopes proposed move would make world-famous painting easier to see

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Renowned Jeweler Cindy Chao Inspires Students With Innovative Wax Technique

Renowned jewelry artist Cindy Chao conducts a workshop at HEJ Paris, inspiring students with her unique Cire Perdue technique and culminating in a stunning...

The Guardian - UK

Nicolas Ghesquière marks 10 years at Louis Vuitton with powerhouse Paris show

In a vast futuristic greenhouse at the Louvre, 4,000 guests were shown why the brand is the biggest of them all

International Business Times

10 Most Beautiful Museums In The World: Architectural Gems That Hold Masterpieces

Step into the realm of modern marvels with a journey through some of the world's most captivating museums.

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Climate activists arrested after hurling pumpkin soup at Mona Lisa

Discover the intriguing incident that took place at the Louvre Museum in France, where climate change activists targeted the Mona Lisa with pumpkin soup, r...

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Climate Activists Hurl Soup at Mona Lisa in Louvre Museum

Two climate activists threw soup at the Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris to raise awareness about sustainable food systems, amid protests by French ...

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