00:00The Louvre Museum in Paris, yeah, the one that just had a heist, is preparing to shut its doors as workers threaten to strike.
00:07That means millions of holiday travelers might miss the chance to see the Mona Lisa in person.
00:11Unions say overcrowding, building damage, and a $102 million jewel heist proved the museum's priorities are a little off.
00:18Do you remember that heist?
00:20Thieves, disguised as construction workers, rolled up with a cherry picker, cut into a display case, and walked off with priceless jewels.
00:27Eight suspects are now in custody, but staff argue the incident highlights long-ignored security concerns.
00:32This isn't even the Louvre's first labor drama this year.
00:35Back in June, staff closed the museum, leaving thousands stranded under the glass pyramid.
00:39So now union leaders describe visiting the Louvre as an obstacle course, which is actually a great idea for a game show.
00:45So why does this matter?
00:46Well, the Louvre isn't just any old museum.
00:48It's a global phenomenon, raking in millions of tourists every year.
00:52A strike at the Louvre isn't just about museum hours.
00:54It sheds light on the broader tension between protecting cultural treasures, supporting the people who safeguard them, and managing the surge of global tourism.
01:02So, do you think the Louvre should focus on keeping its doors open for millions of holiday visitors or pause operations to give workers fair conditions and protect priceless art?
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