The story
Thieves broke into the Louvre museum in Paris on Sunday morning and stole eight extremely valuable items of jewellery.
The robbers used power tools to break into the museum, which is the famous home of the Mona Lisa painting.
The thieves escaped on scooters, and took items including tiaras and necklaces, that belonged to French royalty or imperial rulers. The entire break in took about seven minutes.
News headlines
In Just 7 Brazen Minutes, Thieves Grab ‘Priceless’ Jewels From Louvre
New York Times
Louvre heist: thieves steal crown jewels in daylight burglary
The Times
‘Race against time‘ as police try to recover ‘priceless’ jewels from Louvre – as authorities reveal details of daring raid
Sky News
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