Cultural Heritage
Spectacular burglary at the Louvre: eight jewels stolen in eight minutes
Jean Martin Bilde generert av AI
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, four thieves stole eight priceless jewels from the Louvre's Galerie d'Apollon in just eight minutes, using a cherry picker to break a window. The museum closed its doors the next day, reigniting debates on the security of French cultural institutions. Authorities are launching an administrative inquiry and strengthening heritage protection measures.
When to set up the Day of the Dead offering
The Day of the Dead offering is a profound ritual in Mexico, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. It is set up to welcome the souls of the deceased, guiding them with symbolic elements. Tradition dictates assembling it between October 27 and 31, depending on the type of soul expected.