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... Thieves steal treasured jewelry from Louvre in 7-minute daylight heist

Thieves broke into the Apollo Gallery, which houses the French crown jewels, and took with them objects adorned with thousands of diamonds.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/19/louvre-museum-robbery-jewels/

... Amid shaky truce, Israel says it struck Gaza after Hamas attacks

The Israel Defense Forces said Hamas militants fired at troops in Rafah in southern Gaza and later announced that two soldiers had been killed.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/19/amid-shaky-truce-israel-says-it-struck-gaza-after-hamas-attacks/

... Desperately needed aid now reaching more of Gaza’s population amid truce

But humanitarian groups continue to face challenges in supplying assistance, including blocked roads, damaged warehouses and Israeli government restrictions.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/19/gaza-ceasefire-food-humanitarian-aid/

... Traditionalists push Pope Leo to resurrect the Latin Mass

The Latin Mass has become toxically politicized and is posing a test for Pope Leo XIV as traditionalists call on him to reverse restrictions imposed by Pope Francis.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/19/latin-mass-pope-leo-catholic/

... Political chaos in France could derail E.U. security initiatives

As Paris wrestles with ballooning debt and a budget impasse, two major Franco-German military projects and other E.U. integration initiatives could stall.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/10/19/france-political-chaos-eu-defense/

... This Rare Fabergé Egg Might Set a World Record at Auction for the Third Time in Its History

Commissioned by the Russian emperor Nicholas II, the diamond-covered Winter Egg is expected to fetch $27 million when it goes under the hammer in London on December 2
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/this-rare-faberge-egg-might-set-a-world-record-at-auction-for-the-third-time-in-its-history-180987537/

... You Can See the Parthenon Without Scaffolding for the First Time in Decades

The temporary structures will return next month—but in the meantime, visitors will enjoy rare unobstructed views of the ancient hilltop temple in Athens
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/you-can-see-the-parthenon-without-scaffolding-for-the-first-time-in-decades-180987536/

... In Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein,' the Titular Scientist Laments His Nightmarish Creation. But the Real World Can't Get Enough of His Monster

In the two centuries since the Gothic novel's publication, the English writer's tale of a science experiment gone wrong has captivated audiences around the world and taken on a life of its own
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/in-mary-shelleys-frankenstein-the-titular-scientist-laments-his-nightmarish-creation-but-the-real-world-cant-get-enough-of-his-monster-180987538/

... Why Did the U.S. Post Office Start Airmail So Early? And More Questions From Our Readers

You’ve got questions. We’ve got experts
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/why-did-the-us-post-office-start-airmail-so-early-and-more-questions-from-our-readers-180987469/

... How the Hardy Boys Book Series Cracked the Case of Getting Kids Hooked on Reading

One author has been credited with creating the virtuous teenagers’ thrilling adventures for almost a century. But there’s a story behind that, too
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/how-hardy-boys-cracked-case-getting-kids-hooked-reading-180987462/

... In January 1776, Virginia’s Port City of Norfolk Was Set Ablaze, Galvanizing the Revolution. But Who Really Lit the Match?

Blaming the British for the destruction helped persuade some wavering colonists to back the fight for independence. But the source of the inferno was not what it seemed
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/january-1776-virginia-port-city-norfolk-set-ablaze-galvanizing-revolution-who-lit-match-180987460/

... The FTC Is Disappearing Blog Posts About AI Published During Lina Khan’s Tenure

The Federal Trade Commission removed several blog posts in recent months about open source and potential risks to consumers from the rapid spread of commercial AI tools.
https://www.wired.com/story/ftc-removes-blog-posts-about-ai-authored-by-by-lina-khan/

... Anthropic Has a Plan to Keep Its AI From Building a Nuclear Weapon. Will It Work?

Anthropic partnered with the US government to create a filter meant to block Claude from helping someone build a nuke. Experts are divided on whether its a necessary protection—or a protection at all.
https://www.wired.com/story/anthropic-has-a-plan-to-keep-its-ai-from-building-a-nuclear-weapon-will-it-work/

... Lower-Income Americans Are Missing Car Payments

Inflation and a tough job market are making it harder for some people to pay back the car loans they signed in better times.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/business/car-loans-missed-payments.html

... Wealthy Americans Are Spending. People With Less Are Struggling.

Data show a resilient economy. But that largely reflects spending by the rich, while others pull back amid high prices and a weakening labor market.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/19/business/economic-divide-spending-inflation-jobs.html

... Lawmaker Demands Hearing on U.S. Strikes on Boats in Caribbean

Representative Adam Smith said the Trump administration had failed to provide a legal rationale for killing rather than arresting drug trafficking suspects.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/us/politics/congress-boat-strikes-caribbean.html

... To Fight ICE, Portland’s Leaders Turn to What They Know Best: Zoning

Portland, Ore., is well known for its dense laws on land use. Now, under pressure from its liberal residents, the city is using those restrictions against immigrant detention.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/us/politics/portland-ice.html

... Judge Seeks Answers on Trump Immigration Crackdown in Chicago

A federal judge questioned operational leaders of the crackdown on Monday about their tactics and their use of tear gas.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/us/chicago-hearing-tear-gas-trump.html

... Louvre Robbery May Have Been More About Stones Than Art, Experts Say

Sunday’s robbery at the Paris museum could be the latest example of thieves targeting museums for jewels and precious metals to break down and sell on.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/arts/louvre-robbery-gems-precious-metals.html

... Louvre Museum Remains Closed After Jewelry Robbery: What to Know

A stunning heist has raised uncomfortable questions about security at the Paris museum.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/20/world/europe/france-louvre-jewel-heist.html