Pipe burst at Louvre damages 300-400 rare books in Egyptian antiquities library collection
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A pipe burst in the Louvre's Egyptian antiquities library, damaging 300-400 books, primarily periodicals and archaeology journals. The incident occurred weeks after a jewel heist at the museum, highlighting concerns about the Louvre's aging infrastructure. While no "precious books" were lost, staff are working to dry and preserve the damaged items. The burst pipe was attributed to long-standing infrastructure issues, with repairs scheduled for 2026. This incident follows the theft of jewels valued at 88 million euros in October, where a team stole items including a diamond-and-emerald necklace and several royal jewels. While some suspects have been arrested, the stolen items have not been recovered, though Empress Eugénie's crown was found outside the museum.
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