Tag: Paris
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France Probes Shein Over Childlike Sex Dolls as It Opens World’s First Paris Store
France Opens Probe into Shein Over Childlike Sex Dolls In a move that underscores growing scrutiny of online marketplaces, Paris prosecutors have launched an investigation into Shein, the Asian e-commerce giant known for fast fashion and a vast product catalog. The probe centers on alleged listings of childlike sex dolls on Shein’s platform, along with…
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Two more suspects charged in Louvre jewel heist that shocked France
New charges in a startling Louvre jewel heist French authorities announced charges against two additional suspects in last month’s daytime jewel heist at the Louvre Museum, a case that drew national and international attention for its audacity and timing. A 37-year-old man has been charged with organized robbery and conspiracy to commit organized robbery, while…
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Two Suspects Arrested in Louvre Jewel Heist as Investigations Intensify
The Louvre has taken a major step toward solving one of the most audacious art crimes in recent memory, as French prosecutors confirmed arrests tied to the €88 million jewel theft at the world’s most visited museum. The Paris prosecutor’s office announced overnight that investigations led to arrests on Saturday evening, with authorities revealing that…
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Louvre Jewel Theft: Suspects Arrested in Paris After Heist
Two Suspects Arrested in Connection with Louvre Jewel Theft French prosecutors announced overnight that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the bold theft of crown jewels from the Louvre Museum in Paris, a high-profile crime that captivated the world last week. The Paris prosecutor’s office said arrests were made Saturday evening, with one…
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Two Suspects Arrested in Louvre Jewel Heist: What We Know Now
Two Suspects Arrested in Louvre Jewel Heist: Latest Developments The Louvre Museum, one of the world’s most visited cultural institutions, is reeling from a dramatic crime last week that saw eight priceless crown jewels lifted in under eight minutes. French prosecutors announced late Saturday that arrests had been made in connection with the heist, signaling…
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October 2, 2025 Strike: RATP and SNCF Traffic Forecasts in Paris and Île-de-France
Overview: what to expect on October 2, 2025 in Île-de-France Paris and its Île-de-France surroundings face a new day of mobilization on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Eight major unions have united to demand social and fiscal reforms across France, protesting the proposed 2026 budget. After talks with Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu failed to yield concrete…
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Paris and Île-de-France Strike on October 2, 2025: Transport Outlook
Overview of the October 2, 2025 strike in Paris and Île-de-France On Thursday, October 2, 2025, commuters across Paris and the wider Île-de-France region will face a new day of mobilization. The interunion action, gathered under eight major labor groups, targets social and fiscal policies in France and follows unsuccessful budget negotiations with the Prime…
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October 2, 2025 Strike in Paris: What to Expect for Transport, Schools, and Airports
Overview of the October 2, 2025 mobilization in Paris The October 2, 2025 strike follows the widespread action on September 18 and involves a broad interprofessional coalition. Eight unions – CFDT, CGT, FO, CFE-CGC, CFTC, UNSA, FSU and Solidaires – demand a reset of government policy, with key grievances centered on the 2026 budget, social…
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Paris Strike on October 2, 2025: What to Expect in Paris
Overview: A major interprofessional strike in Paris on October 2, 2025 Paris is bracing for a major interprofessional strike on Thursday, October 2, 2025, following the widespread mobilization on September 18 that disrupted transport and schooling across the Île-de-France region. The eight-union coalition—CFDT, CGT, FO, CFE-CGC, CFTC, UNSA, FSU, and Solidaires—have called for intensified action…
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South Africa’s Ambassador to Paris Found Dead: Investigation Begins
South Africa’s Ambassador to Paris Found Dead Outside a Paris Hotel A shock has rattled South Africa and diplomatic circles after Nkosinathi “Nathi” Mthethwa, the country’s ambassador to France and Monaco, was reported dead outside a Paris hotel on Tuesday. French police said they are investigating the circumstances, with early indications pointing toward suicide following…