30 C Europe / The Times of India
Thieves executed a daring daylight robbery at the Louvre museum in Paris. They stole eight priceless French royal and imperial jewels. These items represent centuries of French history and dynastic power. The swiftness of the heist has shocked the art world. The stolen pieces include tiaras, necklaces, and earrings. Their disappearance leaves a significant void in France's cultural heritage.
BBC has been found to have misled audiences by UK regulator Ofcom over its Gaza documentary. The 13-year-old narrator's father was a Hamas official, a crucial detail omitted. This ruling, a rare and serious rebuke, highlights transparency issues and has intensified scrutiny on the BBC's journalistic integrity in sensitive reporting.
Maccabi Tel Aviv fans are banned from attending their Europa League match against Aston Villa due to security concerns, including threats of antisemitic attacks and protests. This decision, supported by West Midlands Police, has drawn criticism from political and Jewish organizations, highlighting the growing politicization of sports events and the need to balance fan safety with access.
Stockholm artist Niklas Elmehed crafts the iconic gold-and-black Nobel Prize portraits, a visual spectacle since 2012. Working under strict secrecy, he hand-paints each laureate's image within hours of their announcement. His distinctive style, blending classical and modern elements, adds prestige and a unique identity to the world's most celebrated minds, transforming news into timeless art.