The Louvre Museum in Paris has faced two major crises in recent months. In October, four thieves used a ladder truck to enter the Apollo Gallery and stole nine royal jewels worth an estimated 102 million dollars. None have been recovered. Weeks later, a mistaken valve opening in a long-defunct plumbing system caused water to leak into a library in the Mollien wing, damaging research books, though no artefacts were affected. The incidents highlight ageing infrastructure, with reports citing structural issues, past leaks and weak beams. The Louvre plans higher ticket prices and major repairs as unions call a strike.
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