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Paul Whitehouse fought off an attacker at an ATM in London — his wife says

Actor and comedian Paul Whitehouse, 68, was the victim of an attempted robbery at an ATM behind a Sainsbury's supermarket in the London borough of Islington. According to his wife Mine Konkci, he had gone out to get medication for her and, when someone tried to steal his card, fought back and got the card back. The attacker fled empty-handed.

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Louvre Director: Without Major Renovation the Museum May Close to Visitors

Louvre director Christophe Leribault said the museum needs a major renovation and without it may 'close its doors to the public'. He is seeking private funding but also counts on state money after the elections. A year after the robbery that took crown jewels worth €88 million, an €83 million security plan is underway, while the 'Louvre — New Renaissance' project is estimated at €700–800 million.

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