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Now playing Next Tech News French museum network hit by ransomware attack The Olympics are going on without disruption even after a ransomware attack hit several Paris museums that are hosting events. 06/08/2024
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Now playing Next Art Musée Rodin to open first international outpost in Shanghai Originally planned for Shenzen, the Centre d'Art Rodin will open in Shanghai in September with an exhibition of around 50 works by the famed sculptor. 06/08/2024
Now playing Next Economy Eurozone sees drop in building work as demand remains weak France saw its most dramatic fall in construction activity since January, while German firms continue to struggle. 06/08/2024