News Wrap: Louvre Closed as Investigators Hunt for Jewel Thieves
Paris,France – The Louvre Museum in Paris was closed to the public today as investigators searched for thieves who stole several pieces of jewellery. french authorities confirmed the closure, stating the investigation focuses on a break-in overnight. Details regarding the specific items stolen and the method of entry remain limited as the investigation unfolds.
This incident marks the latest in a series of security concerns at the world’s largest art museum, which attracts roughly 9 million visitors annually. The Louvre has faced challenges balancing accessibility with the need to protect its vast collection,including iconic works like the Mona Lisa.Security measures have been periodically reviewed and updated, but the museum’s sheer size and historical architecture present ongoing difficulties.
In other news:
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Australian Ambassador to the United States Kevin Rudd recently had a brief exchange with former U.S. president Donald Trump. During the interaction, Trump responded to a comment with, “I don’t like you either,” and added, “I don’t. And I probably never will.” This followed a reference to Rudd’s past criticism of Trump on social media, where he once described him as the most destructive president in history – posts Rudd has since deleted.
The U.S. Supreme Court announced it will hear a Second Amendment challenge to a law prohibiting regular drug users from owning firearms. The law was used in the conviction of Hunter Biden, President Biden’s son, last year. An appeals court previously deemed the law largely unconstitutional,except in cases of present impairment. The Trump management supports upholding the law, arguing habitual drug users pose a unique danger when armed. Oral arguments are expected early next year, with a decision anticipated by early summer.
A federal appeals court has temporarily allowed the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops to Portland,oregon. The 2-1 ruling lifts a previous injunction that halted the deployment amid legal challenges from state and city officials. The planned deployment of 200 National Guard members aims to protect an ICE facility in South Portland, which has been the site of frequent protests. Further legal challenges are anticipated.
New guidance on early peanut introduction, begining as young as 4 months old, has been linked to a significant decrease in childhood allergies. A report published in the journal Pediatrics indicates roughly 60,000 children have avoided potentially serious allergies consequently. Allergy rates in children aged zero to three fell by over 27 percent after the initial shift in advice a decade ago, jumping to more than 40 percent following an expanded recommendation two years later. This change reversed longstanding advice to delay peanut introduction until age 3.
Wall Street experienced a strong start to the week,with the Dow Jones industrial average rising over 500 points,the Nasdaq adding more than 300 points,and the S&P 500 also closing in positive territory.
