From Jan. 14, visitors to the museum from outside the European Economic Area will pay 45 percent more for entry to help finance its ambitious renovation plan.
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France Creates Voluntary Military Service as Europe Faces Russian Threat
The effort, aimed at young people, came after an army chief angered many by saying the country must accept the possible loss of “our children” in a future war.
Nicolas Sarkozy, Former French President, Loses Corruption Appeal
France’s highest court has upheld a conviction against Nicolas Sarkozy, who led France until 2012. It comes weeks after he was jailed in a different fraud trial.
Nicolas Sarkozy, Former French President, Loses Corruption Appeal
France’s highest court has upheld a conviction against Nicolas Sarkozy, who led France until 2012. It comes weeks after he was jailed in a different fraud trial.
Army Chief Says France Must ‘Accept Losing Our Children,’ Igniting Uproar
The furor erupted as President Emmanuel Macron is expected to present a plan for paid, voluntary military service to bolster the armed forces against the threat from Russia.
After the Louvre Heist, the Museum’s President Defends Her Tenure
In one of her very few interviews since the museum heist, Laurence des Cars said the plan would increase much-needed security, but critics say it is too focused on new construction.
What Happened to Europe’s Terrorism Problem?
Not that long ago, big attacks were a daily concern. We look at why it feels different now.
France Agrees to Sell Up to 100 Rafale Fighter Jets to Ukraine
Some in Ukraine criticized the 10-year timeline for the warplanes and other defense equipment, but France called it a long-term commitment to the country.
Friends Say a Suspect in the Louvre Heist Had Tried to Leave a Rough Past Behind
He had been best known as a daring urban dirt-bike rider who had pulled off stunts at iconic sites in Paris, according to several friends.
On a Clipped Wing, Flamingo Escapes a British Zoo for a Life in France
Frankie, a young Caribbean Flamingo, flew 130 miles from captivity. Her keepers said they would likely have to leave her in France.