After the Louvre Heist, the Museum’s President Defends Her Tenure

In one of her very few interviews since the museum heist, Laurence des Cars said the plan would increase much-needed security, but critics say it is too focused on new construction.

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Indonesia’s Mount Semeru Erupts and Rains Ash on Villages

Mount Semeru on the island of Java is one of the Indonesia’s most active volcanoes. Its latest eruption forced hundreds to flee their homes.

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For Victims of Sexual Assault on Cruise Ships, Justice Can Be Elusive

As cruise travel hits record demand, cases of sexual assault have also risen. Many accusers learn that the rights they had on land don’t always apply.

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Mace Unleashes Diatribe at Airport Police for Missing Security Escort

The South Carolina congresswoman went on an extended shouting and cursing “tirade,” according to a police incident report, after security agents who were supposed to escort her failed to meet her as planned.

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Inside the Louvre Jewel Heist That Shocked the World

More than a week after thieves made off with treasures from the Louvre, a picture is emerging of a seemingly well-planned burglary that exploited security lapses at the museum and outpaced the police.

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Vehicle Crashes Into Security Gate Outside the White House

The Secret Service said the driver was arrested and there was no longer a threat. President Trump was in the White House at the time, the agency said.

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The Costs of Protecting Campus Speech

Readers respond to a guest essay by Danielle Sassoon about her experience at N.Y.U. Also: A crackdown on science; a plea to the former presidents.

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Louvre Robbery Raises Questions About Security

Investigators were looking into the alarm systems at an institution that one expert said “wasn’t built with an obsession over security.”

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U.N. Security Council Approves Larger Security Force to Fight Gangs in Haiti

The vote on Tuesday would establish a force of up to 5,500 soldiers and police officers. It was unclear what countries were willing to contribute personnel.

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Security Officials Are Treating Charlie Kirk’s Memorial Like a Super Bowl

The authorities have approached security measures as an “all hands on deck” operation.

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