Controversial Right-wing Politician Named France’s New Culture Minister
The news came as a shock to most of France.
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France Names New Culture Minister, Elton John’s Collection Heads to Auction, and More: Morning Links for January 12, 2024
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As French Couple Fights for African Mask Sold for Millions, Activists Demand its Repatriation
A retired French couple who sold an African mask to a secondhand goods dealer for €150 (£130) have gone to court for a share of the proceeds.
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Paris+ Ramps Up Security Measures as France Raises Security Alert Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict
"As fair organizers, the safety of our exhibitors, visitors and staff is of the utmost importance," chief executive Noah Horowitz said in a statement.
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Russian Artist Piotr Pavlenski Sentenced To Prison Over Broadcasting Sexual Videos of Politician
Prosecutors rejected the idea that the act was an example of "freedom of expression."
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France’s New Restitution Law for Nazi-Looted Art Reveals the Country’s Inconsistent Efforts in Dealing with Its Complicated Past
Officially signed into law in late July, the legislation was historic.
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France Passes Law Allowing Museums to Restitute Nazi-Looted Artworks
The new law streamlines the country's laborious process for restitution.
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7,000-Year-Old Ancient Stones in France Removed to Make Way for a New Hardware Store Chain
The mayor of Carnac, Olivier Lepick, told AFP that those stones in particular were "of low archaeological value."
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An 1,800-Year-Old Roman Bathhouse Discovered Near French Village
Building a new home is a daunting enough task without the past throwing a spanner in the works.
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Parisian Gallery’s Owners Sentenced to Jail After Stolen Picasso Scandal
Their gallery, Belle et Belle, will be dissolved through the ruling.
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Remembering Iris Apfel: Former Met Curator Harold Koda Talks Style Influence, Bartering and Originality
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Caitlin Clark Mania Grows After Breaking Maravich’s Record
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