Three antique idols seized from a temple in Nagapattinam

The Hindu Bureau (2022). Three antique idols seized from a temple in Nagapattinam. The Hindu. 28 October.

Maha: Two held for theft of idols from old temple in Jalna

Press Trust of India (2022). Maha: Two held for theft of idols from old temple in Jalna. Press Trust of India. 28 October.

How a Sacred Indonesian Artifact Ended Up On The Fourth Floor of Mundelein

Heather Higgins (2022). How a Sacred Indonesian Artifact Ended Up On The Fourth Floor of Mundelein. Loyola Phoenix. 26 October.

India demands return of stolen antique idols from US museum

Taniya Dutta (2022). India demands return of stolen antique idols from US museum. The National News. 26 October.

Artefact hunters focus on Asia

Tith Kongnov (2022). Artefact hunters focus on Asia. Khmer Times. 25 October.

Two antique idols stolen from Tiruvarur temple 50 years ago, traced to United States

R. Sivaraman (2022). Two antique idols stolen from Tiruvarur temple 50 years ago, traced to United States. The Hindu. 25 October.

`Wealth is a curse': Hobby Lobby founder says he's giving away his company instead of keeping it in the family because he `chose God'

Alena Botros (2022). `Wealth is a curse': Hobby Lobby founder says he's giving away his company instead of keeping it in the family because he `chose God'. Fortune. 25 October.

UC Berkeley to repatriate thousands of ancestral remains to Indigenous tribes: 'Restorative justice'

Jisha Joseph (2022). UC Berkeley to repatriate thousands of ancestral remains to Indigenous tribes: 'Restorative justice'. Upworthy. 24 October.

Going home: Big Medicine will be returned to CSKT tribes from historical society

Darrell Ehrlick (2022). Going home: Big Medicine will be returned to CSKT tribes from historical society. Daily Montanan. 23 October.

Treasures of Afghan History, Art and Culture

Nazanin Lankarani (2022). Treasures of Afghan History, Art and Culture. The New York Times. 19 October.

Idol Wing CID seizes three antiquity sculptures from handicrafts shop in Madurai

The Hindu Bureau (2022). Idol Wing CID seizes three antiquity sculptures from handicrafts shop in Madurai. The Hindu. 19 October.

U.S. returns 307 antiquities, valued at nearly $4 million, to India

R. Sivaraman (2022). U.S. returns 307 antiquities, valued at nearly $4 million, to India. The Hindu. 18 October.

Arab League calls for return of stolen archives from colonial states

Asmahan Qarjouli (2022). Arab League calls for return of stolen archives from colonial states. Doha News. 17 October.

Department of Interior Proposes Overhaul of NAGPRA

Jenna Kunze (2022). Department of Interior Proposes Overhaul of NAGPRA. Native News Online. 13 October.

Stolen Afghan manuscripts have been coming up for sale at major auction houses, according to research group

Hadani Ditmars (2022). Stolen Afghan manuscripts have been coming up for sale at major auction houses, according to research group. The Art Newspaper. 13 October.

Two stolen antique idols from Tamil Nadu traced to Kansas City

India Narrative (2022). Two stolen antique idols from Tamil Nadu traced to Kansas City. India Narrative. 13 October.

Mass. museum returns sacred Native American items from its collection

Ryan Mancini (2022). Mass. museum returns sacred Native American items from its collection. Masslive. 11 October.

Sacred items in Barre library's museum to be returned to Sioux

Mark Pratt (2022). Sacred items in Barre library's museum to be returned to Sioux. Telegram & Gazette. 11 October.

University of California, Berkeley repatriates cultural artifacts to Indigenous tribe

Jeffery Brown, Lena I. Jackson (2022). University of California, Berkeley repatriates cultural artifacts to Indigenous tribe. PBS. 10 October.

Mass Looting of Ukrainian Museums "a War Crime" says Culture Minister

Jay Beecher (2022). Mass Looting of Ukrainian Museums "a War Crime" says Culture Minister. Kyiv Post. 10 October.

The ghosts of colonialism at the Pitt Rivers Museum

Andrew Dickson (2022). The ghosts of colonialism at the Pitt Rivers Museum. Prospect Magazine. 6 October.

Rabindra Puri: Rebuilding and restoring heritage sites

Rabindra Puri (2022). Rabindra Puri: Rebuilding and restoring heritage sites. The Annapurna Express. 4 October.

Finish trial in idol theft case in a month, lower court told

Express News Service (2022). Finish trial in idol theft case in a month, lower court told. The New Indian Express. 3 October.

John Oliver Goes Hard at Indiana Jones

Ky Henderson (2022). John Oliver Goes Hard at Indiana Jones. Rolling Stone. 3 October.

Creator's Stone meteorite to be returned to original site in Alberta

Sarah Chew, Cole Fortner, Alejandro Melgar (2022). Creator's Stone meteorite to be returned to original site in Alberta. City News. 30 September.

Premier Kenney commits to returning Manitou Stone to Indigenous peoples

Anna Junker (2022). Premier Kenney commits to returning Manitou Stone to Indigenous peoples. Edmonton Journal. 30 September.

Morocco fumes over Adidas design of Algerian football jersey

The New Arab (2022). Morocco fumes over Adidas design of Algerian football jersey. The New Arab. 30 September.

Idol stolen: సిద్దిపేట జిల్లాలోని వేణుగోపాల స్వామి ఆలయంలో చోరీ.. రూ.కోటి విలువచేసే విగ్రహాన్ని ఎత్తుకెళ్లిన దొంగలు

10TV (2022). Idol stolen: సిద్దిపేట జిల్లాలోని వేణుగోపాల స్వామి ఆలయంలో చోరీ.. రూ.కోటి విలువచేసే విగ్రహాన్ని ఎత్తుకెళ్లిన దొంగలు. 10TV. 30 September.

Two UK museums open up their collection to Cambodian archaeologists looking for looted treasure

Alisha Rahaman Sarkar (2022). Two UK museums open up their collection to Cambodian archaeologists looking for looted treasure. Independent. 30 September.

Why a small British museum went out of its way to repatriate Haida Nation artifacts Social Sharing Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit LinkedIn

Mouhamad Rachini (2022). Why a small British museum went out of its way to repatriate Haida Nation artifacts Social Sharing Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit LinkedIn. CBC. 30 September.

TN idol wing in Chennai seizes Chola-era idols, Thanjavur paintings from NRI's house

The News Minute (2022). TN idol wing in Chennai seizes Chola-era idols, Thanjavur paintings from NRI's house. The News Minute. 30 September.

Sokoto Caliphate seeks return of artefacts from UK, France

Musa Ubandawaki Sokoto (2022). Sokoto Caliphate seeks return of artefacts from UK, France. Vanguard. 29 September.

How cops are bringing Tamil Nadu's lost idols back home

Akchayaa Rajkumar (2022). How cops are bringing Tamil Nadu's lost idols back home. The News Minute. 29 September.

The repatriation of Evangelistary Manuscript 220 at the Patriarchal and Stavropegial Monastery of Eikosiphoinissa

Orthodox Times (2022). The repatriation of Evangelistary Manuscript 220 at the Patriarchal and Stavropegial Monastery of Eikosiphoinissa. Orthodox Times. 29 September.

Thousand-year-old Gospel manuscript to return to Greek monastery in Museum of the Bible repatriation

Mark A. Kellner (2022). Thousand-year-old Gospel manuscript to return to Greek monastery in Museum of the Bible repatriation. The Washington Times. 28 September.

Burglars loot three ancient idols from Shakti shrine in Odisha's Salipur

Express News Service (2022). Burglars loot three ancient idols from Shakti shrine in Odisha's Salipur. The New Indian Express. 27 September.

Second New Zealand museum returns cultural objects to central Australia's Warumugnu people

Callan Morse (2022). Second New Zealand museum returns cultural objects to central Australia's Warumugnu people. National Indigenous Times. 26 September.

Un testigo condujo hasta los sospechosos de robar arte sacro en iglesias y pazos

López Penide (2022). Un testigo condujo hasta los sospechosos de robar arte sacro en iglesias y pazos. La Voz de Galicia. 25 September.

The museums returning their ancient artefacts

Bryony Cottam (2022). The museums returning their ancient artefacts. Geographical. 24 September.

El mercado negro del arte religioso pone en jaque a las iglesias de Vigo y la provincia

Ana J. Pastor (2022). El mercado negro del arte religioso pone en jaque a las iglesias de Vigo y la provincia. Atlántico. 24 September.

Homecoming: More than 250 artefacts returned to the Kingdom in five years

Khmer Times (2022). Homecoming: More than 250 artefacts returned to the Kingdom in five years. Khmer Times. 22 September.

T.N. Police's Idol Wing claims ownership of Kala Samhara Moorthy idol auctioned in U.S.

R. Sivaraman (2022). T.N. Police's Idol Wing claims ownership of Kala Samhara Moorthy idol auctioned in U.S.. The Hindu. 22 September.

Historical artifacts stolen from church in Lac Ste Anne County

CTV (2022). Historical artifacts stolen from church in Lac Ste Anne County. CTV. 22 September.

Chief concerned about artifacts First Nations don't know about being held by museums

Shari Narine (2022). Chief concerned about artifacts First Nations don't know about being held by museums. Penticton Herald. 22 September.

TN's Rs 34 crore worth idol traced to USA

DT Next (2022). TN's Rs 34 crore worth idol traced to USA. DT Next. 22 September.

'Their time in the light' - the repatriation of cultural taonga

Hamish McNeilly (2022). 'Their time in the light' - the repatriation of cultural taonga. Stuff.co.nz. 22 September.

Robo de arte sacro; un delito que no se castiga en el Edomex

Patricia Venegas (2022). Robo de arte sacro; un delito que no se castiga en el Edomex. El Sold de Toluca. 20 September.

Idol Wing seizes 4 antique artefacts from Auroville

DT Next (2022). Idol Wing seizes 4 antique artefacts from Auroville. DT NExt. 19 September.

he story behind the looted Agios Anastasios Royal Doors

In Cyprus (2021). he story behind the looted Agios Anastasios Royal Doors. In Cyprus. 2 September.

Mona Lisa of the East: A long lost Nepali woodcarving rediscovered

Bibek Sitaula (2021). Mona Lisa of the East: A long lost Nepali woodcarving rediscovered. The Himalayan. 2 September.

Yala Historic Site defaced; artifacts stolen

News First (2021). Yala Historic Site defaced; artifacts stolen. News First. 1 September.

Hunting for Nepal's stolen idols

Deepak Adhikari (2021). Hunting for Nepal's stolen idols. Nikkei. 1 September.

Robo de arte sacro tiene poca incidencia

Few insances of theft of sacred art

José Ortega (2021). Robo de arte sacro tiene poca incidencia. Cuarto Poder. 1 September.

Concern grows for Afghanistan's cultural heritage under new Taliban rule

Rebecca Anne Proctor (2021). Concern grows for Afghanistan's cultural heritage under new Taliban rule. Arab News. 1 September.

U.S. Returns Trove of Looted Antiquities to Pakistan

OCCRP (2021). U.S. Returns Trove of Looted Antiquities to Pakistan. OCCRP. 31 August.

How The Museums Of Yale And Harvard House Stolen, Ill-Gotten Indian Artefacts

S. Vijay Kumar (2021). How The Museums Of Yale And Harvard House Stolen, Ill-Gotten Indian Artefacts. Swarajya. 30 August.

Stolen Buddhist artefacts return to Thailand

Karnjana Karnjanatawe (2021). Stolen Buddhist artefacts return to Thailand. Bangkok Post. 19 August.

Watchdog Group Links Rubin-Ladd Foundation, a Prolific Museum Benefactor, to Jailed Antiquities Dealer Subhash Kapoor

Dorian Batycka (2021). Watchdog Group Links Rubin-Ladd Foundation, a Prolific Museum Benefactor, to Jailed Antiquities Dealer Subhash Kapoor. ArtNet News. 18 August.

Tara: The Sri Lankan Deity At The British Museum

Nation (2021). Tara: The Sri Lankan Deity At The British Museum. Nation. 18 August.

Police in SW China's Sichuan offer up to $7,718 in rewards to assist in search of stolen 1000-year old Buddha statues

Global Times (2021). Police in SW China's Sichuan offer up to $7,718 in rewards to assist in search of stolen 1000-year old Buddha statues. Global Times. 17 August.

Stolen 16th-century Qur'an to be returned to Turkey

Arab News (2021). Stolen 16th-century Qur'an to be returned to Turkey. Arab News. 16 August.

Indigenous people find legal, cultural barriers to protect sacred spaces off tribal lands

Debra Utacia Krol (2021). Indigenous people find legal, cultural barriers to protect sacred spaces off tribal lands. AZ Central. 16 August.

UNESCO has estimated that India had lost some 50,000 artefacts until 1989

News in Asia (2021). UNESCO has estimated that India had lost some 50,000 artefacts until 1989. News in Asia. 15 August.

Roban una campana de 120 kilos de una iglesia

120-kilogram bell stolen from church

Jaime Sotomayor (2021). Roban una campana de 120 kilos de una iglesia. AS. 15 August.

Kakinada: Police crack Nandi idol theft case, arrest two

THe Hans India (2021). Kakinada: Police crack Nandi idol theft case, arrest two. Hans News Service. 15 August.

Sacred Indigenous Objects Returned to Southeast

KINY (2021). Sacred Indigenous Objects Returned to Southeast. KINY. 13 August.

Illegal excavation of archaeological sites in Mardan, Swabi, Swat continues

The News (2021). Illegal excavation of archaeological sites in Mardan, Swabi, Swat continues. The News. 8 April.

Stained-glass windows used for `target practice' in English church

Charles Collins (2021). Stained-glass windows used for `target practice' in English church. Crux. 7 April.

Aprehenden a dos personas por robar un santo de la iglesia de Copacabana

Two people arrested for theft of a saint from the church of Copacabana

Uno (2021). Aprehenden a dos personas por robar un santo de la iglesia de Copacabana. Uno. 6 April.

Donations needed after `heritage crime attack' at village church

Louth Leader (2021). Donations needed after `heritage crime attack' at village church. Louth Leader. 5 April.

US hands over lost antiques to Nepal

The Himalayan Times (2021). US hands over lost antiques to Nepal. The Himalayan Times. 3 April.

US government hands over lost antiquities to Nepal

Khabarhub (2021). US government hands over lost antiquities to Nepal. Khabarhub. 2 April.

Detenida una pareja por robar el cáliz y la patena de la iglesia de Hinojedo

Couple detained for thect of chalice and paten from the church of Hinojedo

El Diario Cantabria (2021). Detenida una pareja por robar el cáliz y la patena de la iglesia de Hinojedo. El Diario Cantabria. 30 March.

Ganesha idol stolen

The Hindu (2021). Ganesha idol stolen. The Hindu. 29 March.

Conmoción en Humanes tras el robo de un Copón de plata y varias formas consagradas

Commotion in Humanes after the theft of a silver ciborium and various consecrated items

Nueva Alcarria (2021). Conmoción en Humanes tras el robo de un Copón de plata y varias formas consagradas. Nueva Alcarria. 29 March.

How many antiquities in Australian museums are stolen from our neighbours?

Will Jackson (2021). How many antiquities in Australian museums are stolen from our neighbours?. ABC Australia. 28 March.

Manhattan District Attorney returns 18th Century Buddha statues to Sri Lanka

Colombo Gazette (2021). Manhattan District Attorney returns 18th Century Buddha statues to Sri Lanka. Colombo Gazette. 27 March.

Ancient lintels coming home

Ploenpote Atthakor (2021). Ancient lintels coming home. Bangkok Post. 26 March.

Buddha idols stolen from Hazaribag recovered from Ranchi

TNN (2021). Buddha idols stolen from Hazaribag recovered from Ranchi. The Times of India. 26 March.

Arte sacro: patrimonio en riesgo

Sacred art: heritage at risk

Sonia Ávila (2021). Arte sacro: patrimonio en riesgo. El Sol de México. 26 March.

Trujillo: delincuentes roban objetos religiosos por más de 10.000 soles

Trujillo: criminals steal religious objects worth more than 10,000 soles

Javier Meregildo (2021). Trujillo: delincuentes roban objetos religiosos por más de 10.000 soles. La República. 26 March.

Two Thai artifacts in a San Francisco museum were stolen. Now, they're on their way home

Jennifer Lu (2021). Two Thai artifacts in a San Francisco museum were stolen. Now, they're on their way home. Los Angeles Times. 26 March.

Ghent Altarpiece: 'most stolen' artwork has new €30m home in bulletproof glass

Daniel Boffey (2021). Ghent Altarpiece: 'most stolen' artwork has new €30m home in bulletproof glass. The Guardian. 25 March.

Manhattan District Attorney's Office: Manhattan D.A.'S Office Returns Pair Of Statues Seized Pursuant To The Investigation Of Subhash Kapoor

Patch (2021). Manhattan District Attorney's Office: Manhattan D.A.'S Office Returns Pair Of Statues Seized Pursuant To The Investigation Of Subhash Kapoor. Patch. 25 March.

Two 10th century sculptures of Gautam Buddha unearthed during excavation in Hazaribag stolen

Sanjoy Dey (2021). Two 10th century sculptures of Gautam Buddha unearthed during excavation in Hazaribag stolen. Hindustan Times. 22 March.

Cambodia's Khmer heritage is finally returning home

Vincent Noce (2021). Cambodia's Khmer heritage is finally returning home. The Art Newspaper. 19 March.

36 antique idols, artefacts returned to India by US, Australia, UK in last 5 yrs, govt says

Soniya Agrawal (2021). 36 antique idols, artefacts returned to India by US, Australia, UK in last 5 yrs, govt says. The Print. 17 March.

The 49 historic buildings at risk across Leicestershire - including churches and windmills

Tom Mack (2021). The 49 historic buildings at risk across Leicestershire - including churches and windmills. Liecester Mercury. 14 March.

In Odisha, 22 rare idols stolen from 13th century Shiva temple

Debabrata Mohanty (2020). In Odisha, 22 rare idols stolen from 13th century Shiva temple. Hindustan Times. 22 December.

Africa must unite to demand stolen art's return

Harrison Mwilima (2020). Africa must unite to demand stolen art's return. DW. 21 December.

Myanmar helpless against illegal trade of antique cultural objects

Phyo Wai Kyaw (2020). Myanmar helpless against illegal trade of antique cultural objects. Myanmar Times. 18 December.

Japan temple urged to join Buddhist statue trial

NHK (2020). Japan temple urged to join Buddhist statue trial. NHK. 18 December.

Amid pillaging and looting, Tunisia struggles to preserve its Jewish heritage

Najeh Mouelhi-Makani (2020). Amid pillaging and looting, Tunisia struggles to preserve its Jewish heritage. The Times of Israel. 18 December.

Bringing the goddess home

S. Vijay Kumar (2020). Bringing the goddess home. Mumbai Mirror. 13 December.

Nisga'a woman spearheads new effort to repatriate family house pole from Europe

Denise Ryan (2020). Nisga'a woman spearheads new effort to repatriate family house pole from Europe. Vancouver Sun. 12 December.

Smithsonian and Berlin museums join forces to investigate Asian art provenance

Catherine Hickley (2020). Smithsonian and Berlin museums join forces to investigate Asian art provenance. The Art Newspaper. 10 December.

Dutch government criticizes its own policy on Holocaust-stolen art

Cnaan Liphshiz (2020). Dutch government criticizes its own policy on Holocaust-stolen art. The Times of Israel. 9 December.

Supreme court hears arguments in landmark cases over art stolen by Nazis during Holocaust

Ed Pilkington (2020). Supreme court hears arguments in landmark cases over art stolen by Nazis during Holocaust. The Guardian. 8 December.

The Colonized World Wants Its Artifacts Back

Tarisai Ngangura (2020). The Colonized World Wants Its Artifacts Back. Vice. 7 December.

Looted Nazi Art Again Before Supreme Court

Nina Totenberg (2020). Looted Nazi Art Again Before Supreme Court. NPR. 7 December.

Artist Discovers a Looted Statue in a Canadian Museum's Collection, Leading to Its Repatriation

Cassie Packard (2020). Artist Discovers a Looted Statue in a Canadian Museum's Collection, Leading to Its Repatriation. Hyperallergic. 7 December.

When an Enemy's Cultural Heritage Becomes One's Own

Hugh Eakin (2020). When an Enemy's Cultural Heritage Becomes One's Own. The New York Times. 30 November.

Greek Monastery Seeks Return of Stolen Religious Objects from Bulgaria

Anthee Carassava (2020). Greek Monastery Seeks Return of Stolen Religious Objects from Bulgaria. Voice of America. 30 November.

California bill seeks to give tribes more standing to recover sacred objects from museums

Alexei Koseff (2020). California bill seeks to give tribes more standing to recover sacred objects from museums. San Francisco Chronicle. 28 November.

Tamil Nadu: Stolen antique idols reinstalled in temple

Gokul Rajendran (2020). Tamil Nadu: Stolen antique idols reinstalled in temple. The Times of India. 28 November.

Church crime team becomes national model for police forces everywhere

Tom Mack (2020). Church crime team becomes national model for police forces everywhere. Leicester Mercury. 27 November.

Passing sentences … what's the worst kind of book thief?

Shaun Bythell (2020). Passing sentences … what's the worst kind of book thief?. The Guardian. 27 November.

Museum of the Bible returns hand-written gospels looted from Greece during the First World War

David D'Arcy (2020). Museum of the Bible returns hand-written gospels looted from Greece during the First World War. The Art Newspaper. 26 November.

Un intento de robo en la iglesia de La Concepción acaba con la detención de un hombre acusado de cinco hurtos con fuerza en La Laguna

An attempted robbery in the church of La Concepción ends with the arrest of a man accused of five robberies with force in La Laguna

El Diario (2020). Un intento de robo en la iglesia de La Concepción acaba con la detención de un hombre acusado de cinco hurtos con fuerza en La Laguna. El Diario. 24 November.

While Installing Her Show at a Canadian Museum, an Artist Discovered a Looted Statue in the Collection. Now, It's Headed Back to India

Brian Boucher (2020). While Installing Her Show at a Canadian Museum, an Artist Discovered a Looted Statue in the Collection. Now, It's Headed Back to India. ArtNet News. 24 November.

Canada To Return a Statue It Stole From India Over a Century Ago

Varsha Rani (2020). Canada To Return a Statue It Stole From India Over a Century Ago. Vice. 23 November.

Where Are the Other Fake Fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls?

Gordon Govier (2020). Where Are the Other Fake Fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls?. Christianity Today. 23 November.

Cultural relics repatriated by U.S. find home in east China city

CGTN (2020). Cultural relics repatriated by U.S. find home in east China city. CGTN. 17 November.

Google Arts & Culture as an Agent of Ethnic Cleansing

Nevdon Jamgochian (2020). Google Arts & Culture as an Agent of Ethnic Cleansing. Hyperallergic. 13 November.

Bronze idol stolen from temple

The Times of India (2020). Bronze idol stolen from temple. The Times of India. 12 November.

Minneapolis art museum criticised for keeping ancient Indigenous objects

Gabriella Angeleti (2020). Minneapolis art museum criticised for keeping ancient Indigenous objects. The Art Newspaper. 9 November.

Recovered idols belong to a temple, say officials

The Hindu (2020). Recovered idols belong to a temple, say officials. The Hindu. 6 November.

Stolen relics

Dawn (2020). Stolen relics. Dawn. 5 November.

Antiquities Recovered in 2015 in New York City Given Back to Pakistan

Associated Press (2020). Antiquities Recovered in 2015 in New York City Given Back to Pakistan. Indiawest. 5 November.

Ni las iglesias respetan: roban campana en el templo de San Lorenzo de Villalpando

Not even churches respected: Bell stolen in the temple of San Lorenzo in Villalpando

María Espino (2020). Ni las iglesias respetan: roban campana en el templo de San Lorenzo de Villalpando. Periódico Correo. 3 November.

2 held with panchaloha idol, hunt on for prime accused

A. Subburaj (2020). 2 held with panchaloha idol, hunt on for prime accused. The Times of India. 3 November.

Filipinas: recuperan un "Santo Niño" 32 años después de haber sido robado

Philippines: Santo Niño recovered 32 years after having been robbed

FSSPX News (2020). Filipinas: recuperan un "Santo Niño" 32 años después de haber sido robado. Actualidad. 2 November.

Hundreds of metal thefts in West Yorkshire last year

Will Killner (2020). Hundreds of metal thefts in West Yorkshire last year. Telegraph & Argus. 6 September.

A Rare Buddha's Head Statue Once Looted by the Nazis Goes up for Auction in New York

The Value (2020). A Rare Buddha's Head Statue Once Looted by the Nazis Goes up for Auction in New York. The Value. 6 September.

The Latest in Restitutions: A Bill Offers California's Indigenous Tribes Ownership of Ancestral Objects

Cassie Packard (2020). The Latest in Restitutions: A Bill Offers California's Indigenous Tribes Ownership of Ancestral Objects. Hyperallergic. 4 September.

ICE recovers 19th century painting stolen from Italian monastery

ICE (2020). ICE recovers 19th century painting stolen from Italian monastery. ICE. 3 September.

Idol of Lord Nataraja found in Tamil Nadu lake

Press Trust of India (2020). Idol of Lord Nataraja found in Tamil Nadu lake. Deccan Herald. 30 August.

Two arrested for stealing seven silver idols from temple in Navi Mumbai

Farhan Shaikh (2020). Two arrested for stealing seven silver idols from temple in Navi Mumbai. Hindustan Times. 29 August.

Se robaron una campana en iglesia de Tulancingo

A bell stolen from the Tulancingo church

Concepción Ocádiz (2020). Se robaron una campana en iglesia de Tulancingo. El Sol de Tulancingo. 28 August.

St Luke's Church roof vandalised by metal thieves

Darryl Chamberlain (2020). St Luke's Church roof vandalised by metal thieves. The Charlton Champion. 27 August.

Douglas A.J. Latchford, Khmer Antiquities Expert, Dies at 88

Tom Mashberg (2020). Douglas A.J. Latchford, Khmer Antiquities Expert, Dies at 88. The New York Times. 27 August.

Customs officials seize 25 antiques worth Rs 35.3 crore in north Bengal

Hindustan Times (2020). Customs officials seize 25 antiques worth Rs 35.3 crore in north Bengal. Hindustan Times. 27 August.

Tribal nations are decolonizing cultural protection

Anna V. Smith (2020). Tribal nations are decolonizing cultural protection. High Country News. 27 August.

Ibrahim Hakkı Konyalı: Art historian who saved Ottoman heritage

Ali Tüfekçi (2020). Ibrahim Hakkı Konyalı: Art historian who saved Ottoman heritage. Daily Sabah. 26 August.

Campaign raises £2,000 after gravestone stolen and churchyard desecrated in St Michael's on Wyre

James Graves (2020). Campaign raises £2,000 after gravestone stolen and churchyard desecrated in St Michael's on Wyre. The Gazette. 25 August.

Ganesha idol stolen from Andhra temple on Vinayaka Chavithi

The News Minute (2020). Ganesha idol stolen from Andhra temple on Vinayaka Chavithi. The News Minute. 24 August.

More than 30 headstones damaged at South African Jewish cemetery

Cnaan Liphshiz (2020). More than 30 headstones damaged at South African Jewish cemetery. Forward. 21 August.

Douglas Latchford: The Man Who Pillaged Cambodia

Tess Davis (2020). Douglas Latchford: The Man Who Pillaged Cambodia. The Diplomat. 21 August.

Trio admit stealing lead from Lincolnshire churches

Louth Leader (2020). Trio admit stealing lead from Lincolnshire churches. Louth Leader. 21 August.

American Authorities Have Returned 10 Looted Antiquities Worth a Combined $1.2 Million Back to India

Eileen Kinsella (2020). American Authorities Have Returned 10 Looted Antiquities Worth a Combined $1.2 Million Back to India. ArtNet News. 20 August.

US Returns 10 Smuggled Artefacts To India; Here Are Six Reasons Why This Is Significant

S. Vijay Kumar (2020). US Returns 10 Smuggled Artefacts To India; Here Are Six Reasons Why This Is Significant. Swarajya Magazine. 15 August.

After Dead Sea Forgeries Exposed, How Do We Know the Scrolls in Israel Are Authentic?

Ariel David (2020). After Dead Sea Forgeries Exposed, How Do We Know the Scrolls in Israel Are Authentic?. Haaretz. 12 August.

What Ever Happened to the Gospel of Jesus's Wife?

Amy Weiss-Meyer (2020). What Ever Happened to the Gospel of Jesus's Wife?. The Atlantic. 11 August.

Auction House Repatriates Sacred Indigenous Items, Possibly a Human Scalp

Josh Gabert-Doyon (2020). Auction House Repatriates Sacred Indigenous Items, Possibly a Human Scalp. Vice. 11 August.

150 Jewish Gravestones Uprooted by the Nazis Found in Polish Town

Ofer Aderet (2020). 150 Jewish Gravestones Uprooted by the Nazis Found in Polish Town. Haaretz. 9 August.

Stolen religious icon returned from UK

eKathimerini (2020). Stolen religious icon returned from UK. eKathimerini. 4 August.

Amman, Perumal idols unearthed from Cauvery river

D Vincent Arockiaraj (2020). Amman, Perumal idols unearthed from Cauvery river. The Times of India. 3 August.

Trading in Native artifacts does real harm

Robert Alan Hershey (2020). Trading in Native artifacts does real harm. High Country News. 3 August.

Stolen in 1998, rare Shiva statue on way from London to India

Prasun Sonwalkar (2020). Stolen in 1998, rare Shiva statue on way from London to India. Hindustan Times. 30 July.

Morton: no todo arte sacro es de la nación

Morton: Not all sacred art is [property] of the nation

Selene Flores (2020). Morton: no todo arte sacro es de la nación. Milenio. 19 May.

500-year-old handwritten Bibles seized near Turkey-Greece border

Daily Sabah (2020). 500-year-old handwritten Bibles seized near Turkey-Greece border. Daily Sabah. 12 May.

CRIME FILES: Prolific church raider ends up behind bars

James Connell (2020). CRIME FILES: Prolific church raider ends up behind bars. Malvern Gazette. 10 May.

Idol Wing CID arrests two in Tirusulam

The Hindu (2020). Idol Wing CID arrests two in Tirusulam. The Hindu. 16 March.

Crime epidemic: Our historical rural churches are facing a raft of threats

James More (2020). Crime epidemic: Our historical rural churches are facing a raft of threats. Express. 16 March.

Kingdom works to return artefacts looted during war

Soth Koemsoeun (2020). Kingdom works to return artefacts looted during war. The Phnom Penh Post. 15 March.

Thieves cause costly damage targeting lead from Somerset's rural churches

Steven Salter (2020). Thieves cause costly damage targeting lead from Somerset's rural churches. County Gazette. 15 March.

Interpol busca más de 5 mil obras de arte que fueron robadas en el país

Leonardo Nieva (2020). Interpol busca más de 5 mil obras de arte que fueron robadas en el país. Perfil. 14 March.

Karur police recover seven stolen panchaloha idols, gold ornaments

TNN (2020). Karur police recover seven stolen panchaloha idols, gold ornaments. The Times of India. 14 March.

Rajasthan police arrest two who allegedly stole 400-year-old Krishna idol

Hindustan Times (2020). Rajasthan police arrest two who allegedly stole 400-year-old Krishna idol. Hindustan Times. 14 March.

Chandigarh: Burglars strike at temple, make off with silver ornaments worth Rs 3.30L

The Indian Express (2020). Chandigarh: Burglars strike at temple, make off with silver ornaments worth Rs 3.30L. The Indian Express. 13 March.

Precious idols stolen from Purnia temple

TNN (2020). Precious idols stolen from Purnia temple. The Times of India. 13 March.

Robo en otra iglesia de Córdoba: se llevaron los cálices

Theft in another Cordoba church: chalices taken

Cadena 3 (2020). Robo en otra iglesia de Córdoba: se llevaron los cálices. Cadena 3. 11 March.

Looted by Nazis, almost blown up and now restored: on the trail of the art crime of the century

Mick Brown (2020). Looted by Nazis, almost blown up and now restored: on the trail of the art crime of the century. The Telegraph. 11 March.

Robo de arte sacro, cotidiano e impune

Theft of sacred art: everyday and unpunished

El Universal (2020). Robo de arte sacro, cotidiano e impune. Pulso. 23 February.

India seeks return of 15th century Tamil statue in Oxford

Prasun Sonwalkar (2020). India seeks return of 15th century Tamil statue in Oxford. Hindustan Times. 23 February.

Replicating Nepal's stolen gods

Alisha Sijapati (2020). Replicating Nepal's stolen gods. Nepali Times. 21 February.

Italy hands Nazi-looted Renaissance sculpture from the Uffizi to Germany

Catherine Hickley (2020). Italy hands Nazi-looted Renaissance sculpture from the Uffizi to Germany. The Art Newspaper. 21 February.

India asks Oxford museum to return 'stolen' bronze statue

David Batty (2020). India asks Oxford museum to return 'stolen' bronze statue. The Guardian. 21 February.

`Odisha has turned a major hub of stolen idols'

Daily Pioneer (2020). `Odisha has turned a major hub of stolen idols'. Daily Pioneer. 16 February.

Thief smashes priceless Cambridge church windows by Victorian artist

Alex Spencer (2020). Thief smashes priceless Cambridge church windows by Victorian artist. Cambridge Independent. 14 February.

Picture of stolen Thirumangai Alwar idol matches one in London Museum

TNN (2020). Picture of stolen Thirumangai Alwar idol matches one in London Museum. The Times of India. 13 February.

'Shady and unscrupulous' metal detectorist hits Winchelsea

Harry Bullmore (2020). 'Shady and unscrupulous' metal detectorist hits Winchelsea. The Argus. 13 February.

Los vigilantes del patrimonio rural

The Guardians of Rural Heritage

Gabriel de la Iglesia (2020). Los vigilantes del patrimonio rural. Burgos Conecta. 8 February.

Roban la corona del Niño Jesús de la Virgen del Rosario de Lorquí

Crown of the Baby Jesus from the Virgin of the Rosary of Lorquí stolen

J. Ruiz Palacios, R. Hernández (2020). Roban la corona del Niño Jesús de la Virgen del Rosario de Lorquí. La Verdad. 7 February.

Robo en el retablo del Rosario de la iglesia de Santo Domingo

Altarpiece of the Rosary stolen from the church of Santo Domingo

Diario de Jerez (2020). Robo en el retablo del Rosario de la iglesia de Santo Domingo. Diario de Jerez. 6 February.

'Bringing a chief home': Tribe celebrates return of headdress, hopes for more repatriation victories

Chris Aadland (2020). 'Bringing a chief home': Tribe celebrates return of headdress, hopes for more repatriation victories. Casper Star Tribune. 6 February.

Five antique idols seized in Pudukottai

R. Sivaraman (2020). Five antique idols seized in Pudukottai. The Hindu. 5 February.

Roban la Virgen de la Inmaculada de un altar en una calle de Osuna

Diario de Sevilla (2020). Roban la Virgen de la Inmaculada de un altar en una calle de Osuna. Diario de Sevilla. 4 February.

Turkish ministry seeks return of Panagia Soumela artefacts

Neos Kosmos (2020). Turkish ministry seeks return of Panagia Soumela artefacts. Neos Kosmos. 4 February.

Blood Buddhas: Not just about theft of antiquities, but a portrayal of much deeper malaise of societal apathy towards heritage

Ashish Dhar (2020). Blood Buddhas: Not just about theft of antiquities, but a portrayal of much deeper malaise of societal apathy towards heritage. Op India. 4 February.

Odisha: Precious 12th Century Idol Stolen From Temple In Puri

Ommcom News (2019). Odisha: Precious 12th Century Idol Stolen From Temple In Puri. Ommcom News. 6 August.

1,000-year-old Quran recovered from smugglers

Anadolu Agency (2019). 1,000-year-old Quran recovered from smugglers. Hurriyet Daily News. 3 August.

Priest steals diamond crown of idol from Mumbai trader's home, held

Express News Service (2019). Priest steals diamond crown of idol from Mumbai trader's home, held. The Indian Express. 17 February.

Two weeks gone by, but cops yet to solve golden crown theft case

TNN (2019). Two weeks gone by, but cops yet to solve golden crown theft case. The Times of India. 16 February.

New film calls for stolen idols to be returned to India

Bhumika Popli (2019). New film calls for stolen idols to be returned to India. The Sunday Guardian. 16 February.

Plea by idol theft kingpin Subash Kapoor dismissed

The Hindu (2019). Plea by idol theft kingpin Subash Kapoor dismissed. The Hindu. 16 February.

Tamil Nadu: Case filed 47 yrs after theft of 7 idols worth Rs 110 crore

TNN (2019). Tamil Nadu: Case filed 47 yrs after theft of 7 idols worth Rs 110 crore. The Times of India. 15 February.

Tamil Nadu Idol Wing police revive 4-decade-old case

V. V. Subramanian (2019). Tamil Nadu Idol Wing police revive 4-decade-old case. The Hindu. 15 February.

Aumenta en SLP el robo a Iglesias

Alicia Limón (2019). Aumenta en SLP el robo a Iglesias. Plano Informativo. 15 February.

Turkish police find 400-year-old Torah in Aydın province

Daily Sabah (2019). Turkish police find 400-year-old Torah in Aydın province. Daily Sabah. 15 February.

One arrested for idol theft

TNN (2019). One arrested for idol theft. The Times of India. 14 February.

Man held in Kanyakumari for idol theft

TNN (2019). Man held in Kanyakumari for idol theft. The Times of India. 13 February.

4 ancient books depicting life of Jesus seized in Turkey's Denizli

Daily Sabah (2019). 4 ancient books depicting life of Jesus seized in Turkey's Denizli. Daily Sabah. 12 February.

El hombre que robó las imágenes de la iglesia, regresó y confesó que las vendió en el mercado

Man that stole church paintings returns and confesses that he sold them in the market

El Tribuno (2019). El hombre que robó las imágenes de la iglesia, regresó y confesó que las vendió en el mercado. El Tribuno. 12 February.

Anuraag Saxena, India Pride Project in the limelight in `Blood Buddhas' documentary

Tushaar Kuthiala (2019). Anuraag Saxena, India Pride Project in the limelight in `Blood Buddhas' documentary. Connected To India. 12 February.

Bid to smuggle antique statue in Peshawar foiled

The Express Tribune (2019). Bid to smuggle antique statue in Peshawar foiled. The Express Tribune. 8 February.

Ex-temple official held in idols theft case

The Hindu (2019). Ex-temple official held in idols theft case. The Hindu. 6 February.

Miscreants loot idols, ornaments from Madhavjew Temple in Cuttack

Pragativadi (2019). Miscreants loot idols, ornaments from Madhavjew Temple in Cuttack. Pragativadi. 6 February.

Search for undiscovered Dead Sea Scrolls reveals dispute over West Bank artifacts

Religion News Service (2019). Search for undiscovered Dead Sea Scrolls reveals dispute over West Bank artifacts. The Presbyterian Outlook. 6 February.

1,200-year-old Bible seized in southeastern Turkey's Diyarbakır

Daily Sabah (2019). 1,200-year-old Bible seized in southeastern Turkey's Diyarbakır. Daily Sabah. 5 February.

Ex-museum director acquitted of non-return of ancient icons to Russia

RAPSI (2019). Ex-museum director acquitted of non-return of ancient icons to Russia. RAPSI. 4 February.

Andhra police suspect insider job in theft of crowns from Tirupati temple

The News Minute (2019). Andhra police suspect insider job in theft of crowns from Tirupati temple. The News Minute. 4 February.

Three 'asthadhatu' idols stolen from temple: Police

Press Trust of India (2019). Three 'asthadhatu' idols stolen from temple: Police. The Times of India. 3 February.

Stolen fresco fragments welcomed home

Evie Andreou (2019). Stolen fresco fragments welcomed home. Cyprus Mail. 25 January.

Foundation denies idols in its possession are stolen

The Hindu (2019). Foundation denies idols in its possession are stolen. The Hindu. 22 January.

British aristocrat confronted by 'Indiana Jones of art world' over priceless stolen artefacts

Helena Horton (2019). British aristocrat confronted by 'Indiana Jones of art world' over priceless stolen artefacts. The Telegraph. 22 January.

Experts Racing Against Antiquities Robbers in Hunt for Dead Sea Scrolls

Reuters (2019). Experts Racing Against Antiquities Robbers in Hunt for Dead Sea Scrolls. Reuters. 22 January.

Tebra recupera el cáliz de su iglesia 35 años después del robo

Tebra recovers a chalice stolen from their church 35 years ago

M. Oliva Tomiño (2019). Tebra recupera el cáliz de su iglesia 35 años después del robo. Atlántico. 19 January.

Los guardianes del patrimonio religioso de iglesias y capillas

The guardians of the religious heritage of churches and chapels

S.G. Rial (2019). Los guardianes del patrimonio religioso de iglesias y capillas. Le Voz de Galicia. 19 January.

Holy statue stolen from Indigenous church dumped in snowy gravel pit

Betsy Trumpener (2019). Holy statue stolen from Indigenous church dumped in snowy gravel pit. CBC. 18 January.

Police Investigate Suspected Burglary of Ancient Pagoda in Bago Region

Kaung Myat Min (2019). Police Investigate Suspected Burglary of Ancient Pagoda in Bago Region. The Irrawaddy. 18 January.

Ashtadhatu idol stolen from Manikeswari temple in Odisha

Odisha Sun Times (2019). Ashtadhatu idol stolen from Manikeswari temple in Odisha. Odisha Sun Times. 18 January.

How a history post-graduate masterminded idol thefts in Rajasthan

Jaykishan Sharma (2019). How a history post-graduate masterminded idol thefts in Rajasthan. Hindustan Times. 18 January.

Historic Effigy Stolen, Whacked on Head, Left in Snow for Weeks

Cole Kelly (2019). Historic Effigy Stolen, Whacked on Head, Left in Snow for Weeks. My Prince George Now. 17 January.

Theft of Nalain Mubarak from Badshahi Mosque: SC orders media to run ads

The News (2019). Theft of Nalain Mubarak from Badshahi Mosque: SC orders media to run ads. The News. 16 January.

Chinese villagers mourn lost deity as Dutch reject claim to mummified monk

Isaac Beech (2018). Chinese villagers mourn lost deity as Dutch reject claim to mummified monk. The Sunday Times. 30 December.

Antiquities police stop theft of ancient coins

Yvette J. Deane (2018). Antiquities police stop theft of ancient coins. The Jerusalem Post. 27 December.

SLP, entre los estados con mayor número de robo de arte sacro

SLP among the states with the highest number of sacred art thefts

El Exprés (2018). SLP, entre los estados con mayor número de robo de arte sacro. El Exprés. 26 December.

Conditional bail for DSP arrested in idol theft case

The Hindu (2018). Conditional bail for DSP arrested in idol theft case. The Hindu. 26 December.

`This is our land': Native Americans see Trump's move to reduce Bears Ears monument as an assault on their culture

Kurtis Lee (2018). `This is our land': Native Americans see Trump's move to reduce Bears Ears monument as an assault on their culture. Los Angeles Times. 25 December.

Panchaloha Murugan idol seized, one arrested in guindy

Deccan Chronicle (2018). Panchaloha Murugan idol seized, one arrested in guindy. Deccan Chronicle. 23 December.

Criminales roban arte sacro de 26 iglesias del país cada semana. Pero ni siquiera hay inventario

Criminals rob sacred art from 26 churches in the country each week, but they have not been inventoried

EFE (2018). Criminales roban arte sacro de 26 iglesias del país cada semana. Pero ni siquiera hay inventario. SinEmbargo. 22 December.

Idol theft case: Kiran Rao and Ranvir Shah get anticipatory bail

Priyanka Thirumurthy (2018). Idol theft case: Kiran Rao and Ranvir Shah get anticipatory bail. The News Minute. 22 December.

Repatriation of 6th century mosaics 'important for cultural heritage'

CNA News Service (2018). Repatriation of 6th century mosaics 'important for cultural heritage'. Cyprus Mail. 22 December.

University offers £10,000 reward in bid to recover stolen silverware

Bex Bastable (2018). University offers £10,000 reward in bid to recover stolen silverware. Brighton & hove Independent. 21 December.

'Unique' paintings stolen from Limerick church found `tattered' and `crumbling'

Jess Casey (2018). 'Unique' paintings stolen from Limerick church found `tattered' and `crumbling'. Limerick Leader. 21 December.

Thief steals £100,000 worth of silverware from university chapel

Harry Bullmore (2018). Thief steals £100,000 worth of silverware from university chapel. The Argus. 17 December.

Church Leaders Sue Princeton Over `Stolen' Manuscripts

Colin Moynihan (2018). Church Leaders Sue Princeton Over `Stolen' Manuscripts. The New York Times. 14 December.

Statue and ornaments of Rani Sati Dadi stolen from Ghatsila temple

The Avenue Mail (2018). Statue and ornaments of Rani Sati Dadi stolen from Ghatsila temple. The Avenue Mail. 13 December.

18 groups ask Pompeo to exclude Jewish artifacts from import restriction deals

Josefin Dolsten (2018). 18 groups ask Pompeo to exclude Jewish artifacts from import restriction deals. The Times of Israel. 13 December.

Antique Vishnu idol stolen from Siddheswar temple found

Pranjal Baruah (2018). Antique Vishnu idol stolen from Siddheswar temple found. The Times of India. 11 December.

US an Oz ignore India's request for return of stolen idols

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2018). US an Oz ignore India's request for return of stolen idols. The Times of India. 11 December.

Native American group denounces Met's exhibition of indigenous objects

Gabriella Angeleti (2018). Native American group denounces Met's exhibition of indigenous objects. The Art Newspaper. 6 November.

Thailand Is Ramping Up Efforts to Recover Cultural Heritage From US Museums, Including the Met

Javier Pes (2018). Thailand Is Ramping Up Efforts to Recover Cultural Heritage From US Museums, Including the Met. ArtNet News. 6 November.

Antique idols stolen from temple

United News of India (2018). Antique idols stolen from temple. United News of India. 3 November.

¿Cómo parar los expolios en las iglesias y ermitas sorianas?

How to stop the looting of the churches and hermitages of Soria

Soria Noticias (2018). ¿Cómo parar los expolios en las iglesias y ermitas sorianas?. Soria Noticias. 2 November.

Callao: delincuente se persigna ante Señor de los Milagros y roba cáliz de parroquia

Callao: Delenquent crosses self in front of Señor de los Milagros and steals church chalice

La República (2018). Callao: delincuente se persigna ante Señor de los Milagros y roba cáliz de parroquia. La República. 2 November.

1 held for theft of temple idols

The Hindu (2018). 1 held for theft of temple idols. The Hindu. 1 November.

Uttar Pradesh: Idols of Ram, Laxman, Janki stolen from temple in Mau

OpIndia (2018). Uttar Pradesh: Idols of Ram, Laxman, Janki stolen from temple in Mau. OpIndia. 31 October.

Seized idols dumped in the open

R. Sivaraman (2018). Seized idols dumped in the open. The Hindu. 30 October.

Bronze decorations stolen from Fayoum mosque door: Antiquities ministry

Nevine El-Aref (2018). Bronze decorations stolen from Fayoum mosque door: Antiquities ministry. Ahram Online. 29 October.

Viral video of Rajasthan temple robbery being circulated as `theft at Jain temple in Navi Mumbai'

Local Press Co (2018). Viral video of Rajasthan temple robbery being circulated as `theft at Jain temple in Navi Mumbai'. Local Press Co. 29 October.

Sacred art stolen from Yucatecan churches

The Yucatan Times (2018). Sacred art stolen from Yucatecan churches. The Yucatan Times. 5 October.

Thieves take entire roof from Grade I listed church

Press Association (2018). Thieves take entire roof from Grade I listed church. Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter. 5 October.

Roban en la iglesia de Valdegrulla en un nuevo ataque al patrimonio de la Diócesis de Osma-Soria

Theft in the church of Veldegrulla in a new attack against the heritage of the Diocese of Osma-Soria

Europa Press (2018). Roban en la iglesia de Valdegrulla en un nuevo ataque al patrimonio de la Diócesis de Osma-Soria. 20 Minutos. 5 October.

Possession of antiquities, artefacts: the legal position

B. Kolappan (2018). Possession of antiquities, artefacts: the legal position. The Hindu. 5 October.

Ancient Bible Stolen, Turns up Years Later at Museum of the Bible

Ben Kennedy (2018). Ancient Bible Stolen, Turns up Years Later at Museum of the Bible. CBN. 4 October.

Nuevo expolio en Soria: Roban dos capiteles románicos de la ermita de Boós

New pillage in Soria: Two Romanesque capitals stolen from Boós hermitage

ABC Spain (2018). Nuevo expolio en Soria: Roban dos capiteles románicos de la ermita de Boós. ABC Spain. 1 October.

Robo de arte sacro en Yucatán, un delito impune

Theft of sacred art in Yucatán, a crime committed with impunity

La Verdad (2018). Robo de arte sacro en Yucatán, un delito impune. La Verdad. 30 September.

El patrimonio histórico de varios siglos en España, bajo la amenaza de los cazatesoros

Centuries of historical heritage in Spain under threat from treasurehunters

Silvia Pisani (2018). El patrimonio histórico de varios siglos en España, bajo la amenaza de los cazatesoros. La Nación. 22 September.

Thieves steal £40,000 worth of lead from North Lincolnshire church

Simon Leonard (2018). Thieves steal £40,000 worth of lead from North Lincolnshire church. Grimsby Telegraph. 21 September.

Stolen icon of St George now back in Cyprus

Evie Andreou (2018). Stolen icon of St George now back in Cyprus. Cyprus Mail. 20 September.

India's ancient treasures: Lost and found, but still inaccessible

Samayita Banerjee (2018). India's ancient treasures: Lost and found, but still inaccessible. The Statesman. 20 September.

Police unearth interstate idol theft racket

United News of India (2018). Police unearth interstate idol theft racket. United News of India. 19 September.

Fisherman finds two stolen idols from Kanchi lake

TNN (2018). Fisherman finds two stolen idols from Kanchi lake. The Times of India. 19 September.

`Unesco estimated that India lost 50,000 artefacts till 1989 … our biggest victory has been the narrative war'

The Times of India (2018). `Unesco estimated that India lost 50,000 artefacts till 1989 … our biggest victory has been the narrative war'. The Times of India. 19 September.

Robaron corona de oro de la Virgen del Valle en iglesia de La Guaira

Gold crown of the Virgen del Valle stolen from La Guaira church

Noticia al Día (2018). Robaron corona de oro de la Virgen del Valle en iglesia de La Guaira. Noticia al Día. 18 September.

HC laments temple priests' apathy to theft of idols

Press Trust of India (2018). HC laments temple priests' apathy to theft of idols. Business Standard. 18 September.

Stolen church bell in north recovered

Kristian Chrysostomou (2018). Stolen church bell in north recovered. Cyprus Mail. 17 September.

Greek Orthodox Church Attempting to Reclaim Centuries-Old Manuscripts in U.S. Collections

Darden Livesay (2018). Greek Orthodox Church Attempting to Reclaim Centuries-Old Manuscripts in U.S. Collections. The Pappas Post. 17 September.

Odisha: Six stolen Astadhatu idols recovered a month after

Express News Service (2018). Odisha: Six stolen Astadhatu idols recovered a month after. The New Indian Express. 15 September.

Precious Astadhatu Idols Stolen From Radhakanta Temple Recovered

Devbrat Patnaik (2018). Precious Astadhatu Idols Stolen From Radhakanta Temple Recovered. Odisha TV. 14 September.

Buddha statue pulled from Sotheby's auction on suspicion it may be from China Unesco site

Simone McCarthy (2018). Buddha statue pulled from Sotheby's auction on suspicion it may be from China Unesco site. South China Morning Post. 14 September.

Idols stolen from Jain temple in MP

Press Trust of India (2018). Idols stolen from Jain temple in MP. Business Standard. 13 September.

Theft Of Aurangzeb-Era Quran Copy: CBI Gives Up, HC Adjourns PIL

Marouf Ali (2018). Theft Of Aurangzeb-Era Quran Copy: CBI Gives Up, HC Adjourns PIL. Kashmir Observer. 13 September.

No decision on Tamil Nadu government order to transfer idol theft cases: CBI

Press Trust of India (2018). No decision on Tamil Nadu government order to transfer idol theft cases: CBI. The Economic Times. 12 September.

Roban campanas de la iglesia en Rancho Jesús, Oaxaca

Bells from church in Rancho Jesús, Oaxaca, stolen

Saúl Salazar (2018). Roban campanas de la iglesia en Rancho Jesús, Oaxaca. NVI Noticias. 12 September.

Another dancing Shiva in the eye of a storm

Vijay Kumar (2018). Another dancing Shiva in the eye of a storm. The Times of India. 12 September.

Dancing Shiva at Art Gallery of South Australia was stolen from India

Michaela Boland, Penny Timms (2018). Dancing Shiva at Art Gallery of South Australia was stolen from India. ABC Australia. 12 September.

The pelican thief ... police probe after golden bird statue stolen from church

Kelly Williams (2018). The pelican thief ... police probe after golden bird statue stolen from church. Daily Post. 11 September.

Clinton woman gets 20 months for stealing from Russian Icons Museum

By Brad Petrishen (2018). Clinton woman gets 20 months for stealing from Russian Icons Museum. Telegram & Gazette. 11 September.

Idol wing starts probe at Srirangam

TNN (2018). Idol wing starts probe at Srirangam. The Times of India. 7 September.

Market for stolen Buddhist statues widens; rightful owners at a loss

The Asahi Shimbun (2018). Market for stolen Buddhist statues widens; rightful owners at a loss. The Asahi Shimbun. 7 September.

Massillon man accused of stealing religious relics pleads not guilty

Samantha Ickes (2018). Massillon man accused of stealing religious relics pleads not guilty. IndeOnline. 7 September.

Feds: US tribal items sold at Paris auction houses declines

Mary Hudetz (2018). Feds: US tribal items sold at Paris auction houses declines. The Journal Times. 7 September.

Birmingham museum returns stolen sculpture to India

Erin Edgemon (2018). Birmingham museum returns stolen sculpture to India. AL. 5 September.

Two stunning 12th century antiques repatriated to India by New York District Attorney and US Homeland Security Investigations teams

Nikhila Natarajan (2018). Two stunning 12th century antiques repatriated to India by New York District Attorney and US Homeland Security Investigations teams. First Post. 5 September.

Thane: Rs 60-lakh temple theft; six arrested in 8 hours

Express News Service (2018). Thane: Rs 60-lakh temple theft; six arrested in 8 hours. The Indian Express. 4 September.

When you fight the good fight: tracking down stolen idols

Sweta Akundi (2018). When you fight the good fight: tracking down stolen idols. The Hindu. 3 September.

Book on idol thefts launched

The Hindu (2018). Book on idol thefts launched. The Hindu. 3 September.

Alarma robo de arte sacro; 'acaban adornando la casa de ricos'

Alarms raised over theft of sacred art; 'they end up decorating the houses of the rich'

Juan Pablo Reyes (2018). Alarma robo de arte sacro; 'acaban adornando la casa de ricos'. Excelsior. 3 September.

Heritage lotus symbol stolen from Charles 'Hindoo' Stuart's tomb at South Part Street Cemetery

Priyanka Dasgupta (2018). Heritage lotus symbol stolen from Charles 'Hindoo' Stuart's tomb at South Part Street Cemetery. The Times of India. 21 July.

Twenty-one ancient skulls stolen from Kent church

BBC News (2018). Twenty-one ancient skulls stolen from Kent church. BBC News. 18 July.

Bipartisan group of senators discussing bill to keep Iraqi Jewish Archive in US

Josefin Dolsten (2018). Bipartisan group of senators discussing bill to keep Iraqi Jewish Archive in US. Cleveland Jewish News. 18 July.

Oz seeks FIRs of stolen idols cases in English

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2018). Oz seeks FIRs of stolen idols cases in English. The Times of India. 15 July.

Idol theft: HC pulls up government for dragging its feet

TNN (2018). Idol theft: HC pulls up government for dragging its feet. The Times of India. 14 July.

In India, a Missing Key to a Temple's Treasure Vault Ignites a Furor Image

Kai Schultz, Suhasini Raj (2018). In India, a Missing Key to a Temple's Treasure Vault Ignites a Furor Image. The New York Times. 14 July.

Frequent incidents of idol thefts irk HC no end

Mohamed Imranullah (2018). Frequent incidents of idol thefts irk HC no end. The Hindu. 12 July.

One arrested in temple theft case

The Hindu (2018). One arrested in temple theft case. The Hindu. 12 July.

3 metal idols stolen from city temple

TNN (2018). 3 metal idols stolen from city temple. The Times of India. 12 July.

Idol theft complaints get Madras HC's goat

Mohamed Imranullah (2018). Idol theft complaints get Madras HC's goat. The Hindu. 12 July.

Idol theft cases will be transferred to CBI if no strong action taken: Madras High Court

Express News Service (2018). Idol theft cases will be transferred to CBI if no strong action taken: Madras High Court. The New Indian Express. 12 July.

Pazhavoor Idol Theft: Notorious Smuggler's Aide Arrested Thirteen Years After Crime

Swarajya Magazine (2018). Pazhavoor Idol Theft: Notorious Smuggler's Aide Arrested Thirteen Years After Crime. Swarajya Magazine. 11 July.

TDB to honour 'girl' who helped crack temple theft

Express News Service (2018). TDB to honour 'girl' who helped crack temple theft. The New Indian Express. 10 July.

Iglesias implementarán video vigilancia

Churches to implement video surveillance

Monsetrrat García (2018). Iglesias implementarán video vigilancia. El Sol de San Juan del Rio. 9 July.

Miscreants loot Hanuman temple in Keonjhar

Update Odisha (2018). Miscreants loot Hanuman temple in Keonjhar. Update Odisha. 8 July.

Idol theft accused arrested in Tirunelveli

Rudhran Baraasu (2018). Idol theft accused arrested in Tirunelveli. Deccan Chronicle. 8 July.

Palani idol theft: former HR&CE; official surrenders

The Hindu (2018). Palani idol theft: former HR&CE; official surrenders. The Hindu. 7 July.

Three men are arrested for stealing artefacts

Khouth Sophak Chakrya (2018). Three men are arrested for stealing artefacts. The Phnom Penh Post. 5 July.

Man charged with theft of artefacts from pagoda

Buth Reaksmey Kongkea (2018). Man charged with theft of artefacts from pagoda. Khmer Times. 5 July.

Roban las joyas de la Virgen de la iglesia de Villamayor de Calatrava

Jewels of the Virgin of the church of Villamayor de Calatrava stolen

ABC Spain (2018). Roban las joyas de la Virgen de la iglesia de Villamayor de Calatrava. ABC Spain. 5 July.

Should the Getty Return Its Famed "Victorious Youth' Statue?

Sarah E. Bond (2018). Should the Getty Return Its Famed "Victorious Youth' Statue?. Hyperallergic. 5 July.

Westminster Abbey urged by African ambassador to hand over looted relic

Alex Williams (2018). Westminster Abbey urged by African ambassador to hand over looted relic. Premier. 4 July.

Stolen korowai returned

Jessica Tyson (2018). Stolen korowai returned. Maori Television. 2 July.

Police arrest 2 suspected illicit icon traders in Achaia

eKathimerini (2018). Police arrest 2 suspected illicit icon traders in Achaia. eKathimerini. 2 July.

Berlin museum returns Nazi-looted 15th century relic to Jewish collector's heirs

Polina Garaev (2018). Berlin museum returns Nazi-looted 15th century relic to Jewish collector's heirs. i24 News. 2 July.

Ethiopia claims Ten Commandments tablet hidden in Westminster Abbey

Martin Bailey (2018). Ethiopia claims Ten Commandments tablet hidden in Westminster Abbey. The Art Newspaper. 2 July.

Jaya Durga 'Astadhatu' Idols, Crown Stolen From Temple At Sakhigopal

Odisha TV (2018). Jaya Durga 'Astadhatu' Idols, Crown Stolen From Temple At Sakhigopal. Odisha TV. 30 June.

Historians elated over return of icons

L. Renganathan (2018). Historians elated over return of icons. The Hindu. 31 May.

Centuries old artefacts stolen from Catton Hall chapel over bank holiday weekend

Beth Pridding (2018). Centuries old artefacts stolen from Catton Hall chapel over bank holiday weekend. Burton Mail. 8 May.

Prized artifacts stolen from Harlem church

Igor Kossov, Stephanie Pagones (2018). Prized artifacts stolen from Harlem church. New York Post. 1 May.

Of Chennai, idol theft and a crime-thriller

The Hindu (2018). Of Chennai, idol theft and a crime-thriller. The Hindu. 28 April.

Cyprus regains rare Orthodox Christian mosaic stolen in '70s

Associated Press (2018). Cyprus regains rare Orthodox Christian mosaic stolen in '70s. Waterloo Region Record. 28 April.

Stolen heart of Dublin's patron saint returned intact

Conor Humphries (2018). Stolen heart of Dublin's patron saint returned intact. Reuters. 26 April.

Brick stolen from Ayutthaya temple mailed back

The Nation (2018). Brick stolen from Ayutthaya temple mailed back. The Nation. 25 April.

Mosul's Renowned Religious Complex Will Rise From the Rubble

Margaret Coker (2018). Mosul's Renowned Religious Complex Will Rise From the Rubble. The New York Times. 24 April.

Ceremony to greet return of priceless looted Kanakaria mosaic

Jean Christou (2018). Ceremony to greet return of priceless looted Kanakaria mosaic. Cyprus Mail. 23 April.

Uttarakhand jeweller who was in cahoots with gang lands in Chandigarh police net

Hindustan Times (2018). Uttarakhand jeweller who was in cahoots with gang lands in Chandigarh police net. Hindustan Times. 23 April.

Tasoula Hadjitofi on Reclaiming Her Heritage

Brian Tanguay (2018). Tasoula Hadjitofi on Reclaiming Her Heritage. Santa Barbara Independent. 18 April.

La Guardia Civil de Navarra investiga a un hombre por robar vestimentas eclesiásticas de la Iglesia de Arraiza

The Guardia Civil of Navarra investigating a man for theft of ecclesiastical vestments from a Arraiza church

Navarra Información (2018). La Guardia Civil de Navarra investiga a un hombre por robar vestimentas eclesiásticas de la Iglesia de Arraiza. Navarra Información. 18 April.

Tardan 64 años en descubrir que les robaron un cuadro gótico con un «cambiazo»

ABC Spain (2018). Tardan 64 años en descubrir que les robaron un cuadro gótico con un «cambiazo». ABC Spain. 17 April.

Most retrieved idols yet to be restored

The Himalayan Times (2018). Most retrieved idols yet to be restored. The Himalayan Times. 16 April.

Two Thieves Steal Bells from Historic Church in Libya

Jamal Jawhar (2018). Two Thieves Steal Bells from Historic Church in Libya. Asharq Al-Awsat. 16 April.

Seven 'ashtadhatu' idols stolen from Narghoghi

Press Trust of India (2018). Seven 'ashtadhatu' idols stolen from Narghoghi. The Hindu. 13 April.

CBI seizes 81 antique artefacts; trader quizzed

Devesh K. Pandey (2018). CBI seizes 81 antique artefacts; trader quizzed. The Hindu. 12 April.

Thieves' temple run continues, target two more places in city

The Tribune (2018). Thieves' temple run continues, target two more places in city. The Tribune. 12 April.

Norwich church burglar escapes jail sentence after help

Network Norfolk (2018). Norwich church burglar escapes jail sentence after help. Network Norfolk. 12 April.

CBI busts antique smuggling racket, retrieves 81 artifacts

ANI (2018). CBI busts antique smuggling racket, retrieves 81 artifacts. Business Standard. 12 April.

Another temple heist: 10 gold-plated crowns, 9 canopies stolen in Sec 19

TNN (2018). Another temple heist: 10 gold-plated crowns, 9 canopies stolen in Sec 19. The Times of India. 11 April.

Temple looted

Express News Service (2018). Temple looted. The New Indian Express. 11 April.

10 wooden idols go missing from temple in Mamallapuram

TNN (2018). 10 wooden idols go missing from temple in Mamallapuram. The Times of India. 11 April.

Man who looted "irreplaceable" antiques from Norwich churches while homeless escapes jail

Dominic Gilbert (2018). Man who looted "irreplaceable" antiques from Norwich churches while homeless escapes jail. Eastern Daily Press. 11 April.

Britain's Secret Theft of Ethiopia's Most Wondrous Manuscripts

James Jeffrey (2018). Britain's Secret Theft of Ethiopia's Most Wondrous Manuscripts. Atlas Obscura. 11 April.

Bible that Goering stole from Jew discovered

Arutz Sheva (2018). Bible that Goering stole from Jew discovered. Israel National News. 11 April.

Painting stolen in Rome recovered

ANSA (2018). Painting stolen in Rome recovered. ANSA. 11 April.

Thieves hoping to strike it rich, land up with only fake ornaments in Chandigarh

Hindustan Times (2018). Thieves hoping to strike it rich, land up with only fake ornaments in Chandigarh. Hindustan Times. 11 April.

Roban un cáliz, un copón y unas crismeras de plata en la iglesia de San Martiño de Andrade

C. López (2018). Roban un cáliz, un copón y unas crismeras de plata en la iglesia de San Martiño de Andrade. La Voz de Galicia. 11 April.

Kundapur: Theft at Uppunda Venkataramana temple, ornaments worth lacs stolen

Silvester D'Souza (2018). Kundapur: Theft at Uppunda Venkataramana temple, ornaments worth lacs stolen. Daiji World. 7 April.

Bringing our Gods home

Sahina Shrestha (2018). Bringing our Gods home. Nepali Times. 6 April.

Bizman Ranvir Shah fails to appear before Idol wing CID in connection to stolen antique case

Gladwin Emmanuel (2018). Bizman Ranvir Shah fails to appear before Idol wing CID in connection to stolen antique case. Mumbai Mirror. 6 April.

The Met Will Return Looted Statues of Sages and Goddesses to Both India and Nepal

Sarah Cascone (2018). The Met Will Return Looted Statues of Sages and Goddesses to Both India and Nepal. ArtNet News. 5 April.

New York Met returns stolen idols to Nepal

AFP (2018). New York Met returns stolen idols to Nepal. The Nation. 5 April.

Stolen idols returned to Nepal

The Himalayan Times (2018). Stolen idols returned to Nepal. The Himalayan Times. 4 April.

1,000-year-old Apsara to Return Home from US

Archana Jyoti (2018). 1,000-year-old Apsara to Return Home from US. The Pioneer. 3 April.

Palani Temple Case Transferred Out Of Idol Wing

Swarajya Magazine (2018). Palani Temple Case Transferred Out Of Idol Wing. Swarajya Magazine. 3 April.

TN police begin Palani idol 'theft' case investigation

Press Trust of India (2018). TN police begin Palani idol 'theft' case investigation. News Today. 29 March.

Inquiry into 'irregularities' in manufacture of temple idols begins

Press Trust of India (2018). Inquiry into 'irregularities' in manufacture of temple idols begins. Business Standard. 29 March.

Ancient Ayutthaya temple damaged by drama-obsessed tourists

The Nation (2018). Ancient Ayutthaya temple damaged by drama-obsessed tourists. The Nation. 22 March.

Syria Accuses Israel of Removing Jewish Artifacts from Damascus Temple

Daniel J. Roth (2018). Syria Accuses Israel of Removing Jewish Artifacts from Damascus Temple. Jerusalem Post. 22 March.

Locals have mixed reaction to Bagan's pagoda climbing ban

Ei Ei Thu (2018). Locals have mixed reaction to Bagan's pagoda climbing ban. Myanmar Times. 21 March.

Nepali artefacts taken to Denmark: 'Six decades on, too easy to call collectors thieves'

OnlineKhabar (2018). Nepali artefacts taken to Denmark: 'Six decades on, too easy to call collectors thieves'. OnlineKhabar. 1 February.

'What about idols stolen before 1992?'

R. Sivaraman (2018). 'What about idols stolen before 1992?'. The Hindu. 30 January.

The Nataraja Idol Case Illustrates Padma Bhushan Dr Nagaswamy's Contribution To Indian Heritage

Amarnath Govindarajan (2018). The Nataraja Idol Case Illustrates Padma Bhushan Dr Nagaswamy's Contribution To Indian Heritage. Swarajya Magazine. 27 January.

100-year-old panchaloha idol stolen from temple

TNN (2018). 100-year-old panchaloha idol stolen from temple. The Times of India. 25 January.

372 stone idols, 832 icons stolen since 1992, government tells HC

Mohamed Imranullah (2018). 372 stone idols, 832 icons stolen since 1992, government tells HC. The Hindu. 25 January.

Idol smuggle cuffs on one

Sibdas Kundu (2018). Idol smuggle cuffs on one. Telegraph India. 23 January.

1,200 ancient idols stolen from Tamil Nadu temples in 25 years: Audit

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2018). 1,200 ancient idols stolen from Tamil Nadu temples in 25 years: Audit. The Times of India. 23 January.

Antique painting stolen from St Philip's church in Senglea

Independent (2018). Antique painting stolen from St Philip's church in Senglea. Independent. 22 January.

Who would steal a crucifix from a church? This SC university wants to know

Noah Feit (2018). Who would steal a crucifix from a church? This SC university wants to know. The State. 22 January.

Delincuentes roban campana de bronce en iglesia de caserío de Chongoyape

Thieves steal bronze bell from the Catholic church of Chongoyape

RPP (2018). Delincuentes roban campana de bronce en iglesia de caserío de Chongoyape. RPP. 22 January.

Balasore Temple Idol Theft: Kingpin Of Antique Smuggling Racket Arrested From UP

Press Trust of India (2018). Balasore Temple Idol Theft: Kingpin Of Antique Smuggling Racket Arrested From UP. The Samaya. 22 January.

ASI to write to Australian museum over stolen idols

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2018). ASI to write to Australian museum over stolen idols. The Times of India. 17 January.

Tiny French Town Demands the Restitution of a Religious Reliquary From the Met

Naomi Rea (2018). Tiny French Town Demands the Restitution of a Religious Reliquary From the Met. ArtNet News. 16 January.

Udupi: Thieves return part of silver items stolen from Daivasthana

Daiji World (2018). Udupi: Thieves return part of silver items stolen from Daivasthana. Daiji World. 15 January.

Teen foils 'theft attempt' at Curca church

TNN (2018). Teen foils 'theft attempt' at Curca church. The Times of India. 14 January.

'Bring back stolen Buddhist statue to Amaravati'

TNN (2018). 'Bring back stolen Buddhist statue to Amaravati'. The Times of India. 10 January.

Telangana, Andhra Pradesh urged to bring back sculptures

Mahesh Avadhutha (2018). Telangana, Andhra Pradesh urged to bring back sculptures. Deccan Chronicle. 10 January.

शिव मंदिर से पार्वती-गणेश की मूर्ति चोरी

Parvatiganesh Idol Stolen From Shiv Temple

Jagran (2018). शिव मंदिर से पार्वती-गणेश की मूर्ति चोरी. Jagran. 9 January.

Thieves strike at temple in Sec 24

The Tribune (2018). Thieves strike at temple in Sec 24. The Tribune. 9 January.

India retrieves 12th-century Brahma-Brahmani idol from London, others to follow soon

Sanjeev K. Ahuja (2018). India retrieves 12th-century Brahma-Brahmani idol from London, others to follow soon. Hindustan Times. 9 January.

मन्दिर से अष्टधातु की 3 मूर्तियाँ चोरी, मूर्तियों की कीमत लाखों रुपये

Three Ashtadhutra statues stolen from temple

Akhand Bharat News (2018). मन्दिर से अष्टधातु की 3 मूर्तियाँ चोरी, मूर्तियों की कीमत लाखों रुपये. Akhand Bharat News. 8 January.

PIL questions shifting of ancient idols to 'icon centres'

Mohamed Imranullah (2018). PIL questions shifting of ancient idols to 'icon centres'. The Hindu. 7 January.

Minnesota monk Columba Stewart rescues ancient manuscripts from modern threats

Jean Hopfensperger (2018). Minnesota monk Columba Stewart rescues ancient manuscripts from modern threats. Star Tribune. 7 January.

Durga Temple broken in, valuables stolen

The Hitavada (2018). Durga Temple broken in, valuables stolen. The Hitavada. 6 January.

Stolen idols in the U.S. must be brought back: art enthusiasts

R. Sivaraman (2018). Stolen idols in the U.S. must be brought back: art enthusiasts. The Hindu. 6 January.

HC warns of CBI probe over pending idol thefts

Press Trust of India (2018). HC warns of CBI probe over pending idol thefts. News Today. 5 January.

Theft in Digamber Jain Temple in Debari

Udaipur Times (2018). Theft in Digamber Jain Temple in Debari. Udaipur Times. 5 January.

50 ancient idols, statues of deities restored

Ujjwal Satyal (2018). 50 ancient idols, statues of deities restored. The Himalayan Times. 5 January.

Votualevu Mandir Installs CCTV Cameras, Burglar Bars

Lusi Banuve (2018). Votualevu Mandir Installs CCTV Cameras, Burglar Bars. Fiji Sun. 4 January.

यति स्थान मंदिर से मूर्ति की चोरी

Jagran (2018). यति स्थान मंदिर से मूर्ति की चोरी. Jagran. 3 January.

5.75kg gold stolen from idol, police begin investigation

TNN (2018). 5.75kg gold stolen from idol, police begin investigation. The Times of India. 3 January.

19 cases of theft of antiquities reported in 3 years: Govt

Press Trust of India (2018). 19 cases of theft of antiquities reported in 3 years: Govt. The New Indian Express. 1 January.

Theft of silverware and records from Whitton church was 'attack on community'

Andrew Hirst (2017). Theft of silverware and records from Whitton church was 'attack on community'. East Anglian Daily Times. 31 December.

Idol theft anger at cops

Sibdas Kundu (2017). Idol theft anger at cops. The Telegraph. 29 December.

Safety tags in museums

Debraj Mitra (2017). Safety tags in museums. The Telegraph. 29 December.

Turkey requests France return tiles stolen from Sultan Selim II's tomb at Hagia Sophia

Daily Sabah (2017). Turkey requests France return tiles stolen from Sultan Selim II's tomb at Hagia Sophia. Daily Sabah. 26 December.

RM10k Sleeping Buddha idol stolen while devotees pray

Imran Hilmy (2017). RM10k Sleeping Buddha idol stolen while devotees pray. The Sun Daily. 21 December.

Jayanagar temple theft leaves cops baffled, clueless

Tushar Kaushik (2017). Jayanagar temple theft leaves cops baffled, clueless. The New Indian Express. 21 December.

Bullets fly as cops bust Buddha robbers at Bombing Handan festival

Keoni Everington (2017). Bullets fly as cops bust Buddha robbers at Bombing Handan festival. Taiwan News. 21 December.

German museum returning objects robbed from Alaskan graves

Associated Press (2017). German museum returning objects robbed from Alaskan graves. KTUU. 19 December.

Quran theft: Court seeks fresh status report from CBI

Ishfaq Tantry (2017). Quran theft: Court seeks fresh status report from CBI. The Tribune. 17 December.

Home isn't where the art is

Sanyukta Shrestha (2017). Home isn't where the art is. The Kathmandu Post. 16 December.

Temples in Taiwan upgrading security after thieves steal deities, try to mail them to China

Duncan DeAeth (2017). Temples in Taiwan upgrading security after thieves steal deities, try to mail them to China. Taiwan News. 12 December.

Scuffles break out as artworks removed from Catalan city's museum

Sam Jones (2017). Scuffles break out as artworks removed from Catalan city's museum. The Guardian. 11 December.

'Pandora', operación contra el expolio

'Pandora': operation against looting

Verónica Viñas (2017). 'Pandora', operación contra el expolio. Diario de León. 11 December.

Case over non-return of ancient icons to Russia sent back to prosecutors

RAPSI (2017). Case over non-return of ancient icons to Russia sent back to prosecutors. RAPSI. 11 December.

Iraqi Jewish archive: from 2003 to now, what's happened

Jacob Natowicz (2017). Iraqi Jewish archive: from 2003 to now, what's happened. Beloit College Round Table. 11 December.

पीरो के तारा मंदिर से गहने चुराये व मूर्ति तोड़ी, रोड पर उतरे लोग

Jewellery stolen and idol broken in Tara temple in Piro

Live Hindustan (2017). पीरो के तारा मंदिर से गहने चुराये व मूर्ति तोड़ी, रोड पर उतरे लोग. Live Hindustan. 11 December.

200 साल पुराने मंदिर से चोरी गई श्रीराम जानकी की मूर्तियां गन्ने के खेत में मिलीं

Idols stolen from 200-year-old temple found in sugarcane field

Live Hindustan (2017). 200 साल पुराने मंदिर से चोरी गई श्रीराम जानकी की मूर्तियां गन्ने के खेत में मिलीं. Live Hindustan. 11 December.

Hurghada Airport thwarts smuggling of 102 artifacts

Egypt Today (2017). Hurghada Airport thwarts smuggling of 102 artifacts. Egypt Today. 9 December.

Site identified for icon centre at Tiruvanaikoil

R. Rajaram (2017). Site identified for icon centre at Tiruvanaikoil. The Hindu. 9 December.

El Arte Sacro en México

Jorge Díaz Bartolomé (2017). El Arte Sacro en México. Diario Xalapa. 6 December.

Push Underway to Keep Jewish Artifacts From Returning to Iraq

Oren Peleg (2017). Push Underway to Keep Jewish Artifacts From Returning to Iraq. Jewish Journal. 6 December.

Historical artifacts stolen from church seized in anti-smuggling op in southeast Turkey

Daily Sabah (2017). Historical artifacts stolen from church seized in anti-smuggling op in southeast Turkey. Daily Sabah. 5 December.

Trio Busted with 60 Stolen Pagoda Statues

Coconuts Yangon (2017). Trio Busted with 60 Stolen Pagoda Statues. Coconuts Yangon. 24 November.

Goddess Lakshmi's crown missing in Puri Jagannath Temple

Pragativadi (2017). Goddess Lakshmi's crown missing in Puri Jagannath Temple. Pragativadi. 24 November.

Idols stolen from Lalitpur's Rudrayani Temple

The Himalayan Times (2017). Idols stolen from Lalitpur's Rudrayani Temple. The Himalayan Times. 24 November.

Inspired by Dhoom, man posed as scholar and stole shawls worth Rs 2cr from Delhi museum

Shubhomoy Sikdar (2017). Inspired by Dhoom, man posed as scholar and stole shawls worth Rs 2cr from Delhi museum. Hindustan Times. 24 November.

Police recover Buddha heads

Mengxi Gu (2017). Police recover Buddha heads. ECNS. 23 November.

Palestinian police help recover Torah scrolls stolen from Israeli shul

Nathan Jeffay (2017). Palestinian police help recover Torah scrolls stolen from Israeli shul. The Jewish Chronicle. 22 November.

Chinese gang face charges over Buddhist temple raid

Alice Shen (2017). Chinese gang face charges over Buddhist temple raid. South China Morning Post. 22 November.

Trade in Dead Sea Scrolls awash with suspected forgeries, experts warn

Peter Beaumont, Oliver Laughland (2017). Trade in Dead Sea Scrolls awash with suspected forgeries, experts warn. The Guardian. 21 November.

Indonesia Can't Stop Its Illegal Treasure Hunters

Adi Renaldi (2017). Indonesia Can't Stop Its Illegal Treasure Hunters. Vice. 20 November.

Devout thief at Howrah temple

The Telegraph (2017). Devout thief at Howrah temple. The Telegraph. 20 November.

CBI pulled up for 'shoddy probe' in idol theft case

Nirnimesh Kumar (2017). CBI pulled up for 'shoddy probe' in idol theft case. The Hindu. 20 November.

Idol theft case: Witness identifies suspended DSP

TNN (2017). Idol theft case: Witness identifies suspended DSP. The Times of India. 20 November.

Forgeries may hide in Museum of the Bible's dead see scrolls

Michael Greshko (2017). Forgeries may hide in Museum of the Bible's dead see scrolls. National Geographic. 19 November.

Aussie museum seeks more info on six stolen TN idols

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). Aussie museum seeks more info on six stolen TN idols. The Times of India. 19 November.

Torah Scrolls Stolen From Jaffa Synagogue Are Found in Hebron and Returned After Cooperation Between Israeli, Palestinian Police

The Algemeiner (2017). Torah Scrolls Stolen From Jaffa Synagogue Are Found in Hebron and Returned After Cooperation Between Israeli, Palestinian Police. The Algemeiner. 19 November.

La Victoria: se llevan S/ 90.000 en joyas de iglesia y profanan imagen del Señor de Los Milagros

La Victoria: 90,000 soles in jewels taken from church and statue of Señor de Los Milagros desecrated

La República (2017). La Victoria: se llevan S/ 90.000 en joyas de iglesia y profanan imagen del Señor de Los Milagros. La República. 19 November.

Hacen misa para recuperar imagen robada de templo

Jesús Valencia (2017). Hacen misa para recuperar imagen robada de templo. AM. 16 November.

Golden idol lifter arrested, articles seized

Siasat (2017). Golden idol lifter arrested, articles seized. Siasat. 15 November.

Officials negligence leads to gold ornaments theft

The Nation (2017). Officials negligence leads to gold ornaments theft. The Nation. 15 November.

Thieves target Jain temple 2nd time in 2 months, get away with 25kg silver

TNN (2017). Thieves target Jain temple 2nd time in 2 months, get away with 25kg silver. The Times of India. 12 November.

American Student Falls to Death from Bagan Temple

Coconuts Yangon (2017). American Student Falls to Death from Bagan Temple. Coconuts Yangon. 8 November.

Acoma Pueblo still awaits return of tribal shield

Michael Coleman (2017). Acoma Pueblo still awaits return of tribal shield. Albuquerque Journal. 8 November.

Bipartisan Legislation To Safeguard Tribal Items Receives Key Committee Hearing

Martin Heinrich (2017). Bipartisan Legislation To Safeguard Tribal Items Receives Key Committee Hearing. KRWG. 8 November.

Russia and Israel sign historic deal to share digitised Gunzburg Collection

Anny Shaw (2017). Russia and Israel sign historic deal to share digitised Gunzburg Collection. The Art Newspaper. 7 November.

Centre set up in Idlib to protect Syrian heritage sites

TRT World (2017). Centre set up in Idlib to protect Syrian heritage sites. TRT World. 7 November.

Idol theft case: Masterminds arrested

TNN (2017). Idol theft case: Masterminds arrested. The Times of India. 7 November.

York Minster to be protected with anti-terror security blocks

BBC News (2017). York Minster to be protected with anti-terror security blocks. BBC News. 6 November.

3 held, 23-year-old idol theft case cracked

TNN (2017). 3 held, 23-year-old idol theft case cracked. The Times of India. 6 November.

Stolen statue returned to church in huge recovery

Elisabetta Povoledo (2017). Stolen statue returned to church in huge recovery. Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette. 4 November.

Buddhists give up on lost statue

Baboki Kayawe (2017). Buddhists give up on lost statue. Mmegi Online. 2 November.

'Antique smuggler' booked by DRI: US Homeland Security starts investigation

Khushboo Narayan (2017). 'Antique smuggler' booked by DRI: US Homeland Security starts investigation. The Indian Express. 2 November.

DRI to seek US help to probe purchase of smuggled Indian artefacts in Hong Kong

Pratik Salunke (2017). DRI to seek US help to probe purchase of smuggled Indian artefacts in Hong Kong. Hindustan Times. 2 November.

Panchaloha idol worth Rs 5L stolen from temple

Express News Service (2017). Panchaloha idol worth Rs 5L stolen from temple. The New Indian Express. 31 October.

Delincuentes roban joyas de plata del Cristo de Huamán en Reque

Delinquents steal silver jewels of the Cristo de Huamán in Reque

RPP (2017). Delincuentes roban joyas de plata del Cristo de Huamán en Reque. RPP. 30 October.

Hurghada airport officials foil attempt to smuggle 18th-century Coptic icon

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Hurghada airport officials foil attempt to smuggle 18th-century Coptic icon. Ahram Online. 29 October.

Gods For Sale: Misplaced Priorities And Mercantilism In The Antiquities Bill 2017

Anuraag Saxena, J. Sai Deepak (2017). Gods For Sale: Misplaced Priorities And Mercantilism In The Antiquities Bill 2017. Swarajya Magazine. 28 October.

Artifact for sale on eBay questioned by Saskatchewan Metis community

Laura Woodward (2017). Artifact for sale on eBay questioned by Saskatchewan Metis community. CTV. 27 October.

Ancient Ganesh idol stolen

Express News Service (2017). Ancient Ganesh idol stolen. The New Indian Express. 26 October.

The Saga of a Long-Lost 15th-Century Illuminated Prayer Book

Vittoria Traverso (2017). The Saga of a Long-Lost 15th-Century Illuminated Prayer Book. Atlas Obscura. 25 October.

Turkey seeks return of 16th-century Quran from London

Anadolu Agency (2017). Turkey seeks return of 16th-century Quran from London. Daily Sabah. 24 October.

Hundreds of Italy's Churches Were Robbed of Artworks. This One Was Recovered.

Elisabetta Povoledo (2017). Hundreds of Italy's Churches Were Robbed of Artworks. This One Was Recovered.. The New York Times. 22 October.

Is An Ancient Text In The Museum of the Bible Real Or Fake?

Joel Baden Candida Moss (2017). Is An Ancient Text In The Museum of the Bible Real Or Fake?. The Daily Beast. 22 October.

The man who stole gods

Narayan Lakshman (2017). The man who stole gods. The Hindu. 21 October.

File Status Report On Preservation Of Artifacts And Manuscripts In National Museum: Delhi HC

Apoorva Mandhani (2017). File Status Report On Preservation Of Artifacts And Manuscripts In National Museum: Delhi HC. Live Law. 21 October.

Tourist killed by falling masonry in famous Florence church

Associated Press (2017). Tourist killed by falling masonry in famous Florence church. The Guardian. 19 October.

Can the Museum of the Bible overcome the sins of the past?

Lizzie Wade (2017). Can the Museum of the Bible overcome the sins of the past?. Science. 16 October.

'Join hands to fight idol theft'

The Hindu (2017). 'Join hands to fight idol theft'. The Hindu. 14 October.

HC asks officials to join hands to fight idol theft

The Hindu (2017). HC asks officials to join hands to fight idol theft. The Hindu. 13 October.

36-yr-old case: HC stays order of cost on CBI's sr officer

Outlook (2017). 36-yr-old case: HC stays order of cost on CBI's sr officer. Outlook. 12 October.

Ethiopia: The Unfortunate Case of Ethiopia's Looted Heritages

Abiy Hailu (2017). Ethiopia: The Unfortunate Case of Ethiopia's Looted Heritages. All Africa. 12 October.

600-year-old idol worth Rs 2.35 crore recovered, 4 held

TNN (2017). 600-year-old idol worth Rs 2.35 crore recovered, 4 held. The Times of India. 12 October.

Theft of Aurangzeb-era Quran copy: HC Seeks Status of CBI Investigation

Marouf Ali (2017). Theft of Aurangzeb-era Quran copy: HC Seeks Status of CBI Investigation. Kashmir Observer. 12 October.

Border guards detain Briton who tried to smuggle collection of antiquities from Ukraine

Interfax Ukraine (2017). Border guards detain Briton who tried to smuggle collection of antiquities from Ukraine. Interfax Ukraine. 12 October.

Maharashtra museum to get better security, go solar

Dhaval Kulkarni (2017). Maharashtra museum to get better security, go solar. DNA. 11 October.

Open 'art market' may put a price tag on our Gods

Vijay Kumar (2017). Open 'art market' may put a price tag on our Gods. The Times of India. 11 October.

Idol Wing IG's special camp office comes up at Tiruchi

R. Rajaram (2017). Idol Wing IG's special camp office comes up at Tiruchi. The Hindu. 9 October.

Six panchaloha idols stolen from temple in Chennai

The News Minute (2017). Six panchaloha idols stolen from temple in Chennai. The News Minute. 8 October.

New draft antiquities bill will facilitate idol theft & smuggling, say activists

Jaya Menon, Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). New draft antiquities bill will facilitate idol theft & smuggling, say activists. The Times of India. 8 October.

10th-century Shiva idol to be on home ground soon

Kumar Vikram (2017). 10th-century Shiva idol to be on home ground soon. The New Indian Express. 8 October.

Burglars decamp with temple jewellery

Press Trust of India (2017). Burglars decamp with temple jewellery. India Today. 7 October.

Two held with antique idols, painting

The Hitavada (2017). Two held with antique idols, painting. The Hitavada. 6 October.

The damage being done to our churches

KLFM (2017). The damage being done to our churches. KLFM. 6 October.

Draft antiquities bill triggers jubilation and alarm

Sanya Dhingra (2017). Draft antiquities bill triggers jubilation and alarm. The Print. 6 October.

Madhya Pradesh STF arrests 2 men for smuggling antiques

P. Naveen (2017). Madhya Pradesh STF arrests 2 men for smuggling antiques. The Times of India. 5 October.

Temple's Stolen Dome Sparks Quarrel Over its Fabrication

Archana More (2017). Temple's Stolen Dome Sparks Quarrel Over its Fabrication. Pune Mirror. 5 October.

Theft at Ekvira Devi Temple

Shoumojit Banerjee (2017). Theft at Ekvira Devi Temple. The Hindu. 4 October.

ASI writes to Indian mission at Australia with details of stolen artefacts from Tamil Nadu

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). ASI writes to Indian mission at Australia with details of stolen artefacts from Tamil Nadu. The Times of India. 3 October.

4 try to steal idol from temple, land in villagers' net

TNN (2017). 4 try to steal idol from temple, land in villagers' net. The Times of India. 2 October.

वराह मंदिर से पांच सौ साल पुरानी पत्थर की प्रतिमा चोरी

Stone idol of the God Varaha stolen last night from temple

Manoj Tiwari (2017). वराह मंदिर से पांच सौ साल पुरानी पत्थर की प्रतिमा चोरी. News 18. 2 October.

CBI faces flak for delaying 37-year-old case

Shikha Verma (2017). CBI faces flak for delaying 37-year-old case. The Asian Age. 2 October.

Theft at puja older than city

Subhasish Chaudhuri (2017). Theft at puja older than city. Telegraph India. 30 September.

Antique Idol Stolen From Cuttack Recovered In UP

Odisha TV (2017). Antique Idol Stolen From Cuttack Recovered In UP. Odisha TV. 29 September.

Four including temple staff held for stealing silver palanquin

TNN (2017). Four including temple staff held for stealing silver palanquin. The Times of India. 29 September.

The story behind the world's oldest surviving wharenui at Te Papa

Laura Macdonald (2017). The story behind the world's oldest surviving wharenui at Te Papa. Newshub. 29 September.

7 idols stolen from Jain temple

Udaipur Times (2017). 7 idols stolen from Jain temple. Udaipur Times. 28 September.

Four held for stealing silver palanquin

The Hindu (2017). Four held for stealing silver palanquin. The Hindu. 28 September.

4 robbers held, booty worth Rs 7.5 lakh seized

Express News Service (2017). 4 robbers held, booty worth Rs 7.5 lakh seized. The New Indian Express. 28 September.

How China and America Can Protect the World's Antiquities

Eleni Wah (2017). How China and America Can Protect the World's Antiquities. Foreign Affairs. 28 September.

Serious quake damage to Morelos heritage

Mexico News Daily (2017). Serious quake damage to Morelos heritage. Mexico News Daily. 28 September.

Inter-state robbers nabbed

The Hans India (2017). Inter-state robbers nabbed. The Hans India. 27 September.

No CBI Probe into Melukote Temple Theft

Shyam Prasad (2017). No CBI Probe into Melukote Temple Theft. Bangalore Mirror. 26 September.

Idol lifting case: accused produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Idol lifting case: accused produced in court. The Hindu. 26 September.

Earthquake In Mexico Hit Churches Hard in Puebla State

Carrie Kahn (2017). Earthquake In Mexico Hit Churches Hard in Puebla State. NPR. 25 September.

Roban las joyas de la Virgen de la Alegría de Majadahonda y destrozan el despacho parroquial de Santa Catalina

Jewels of the Virgen de la Alegría of Majadahonda stolen and parish office of St Catherine destroyed

Majadahonda Magazin (2017). Roban las joyas de la Virgen de la Alegría de Majadahonda y destrozan el despacho parroquial de Santa Catalina. Majadahonda Magazin. 25 September.

Security headache of idol's valuables in pandal

Arabinda Panda (2017). Security headache of idol's valuables in pandal. The New Indian Express. 25 September.

DSP held in idol theft case proves hard nut to crack

A Selvaraj (2017). DSP held in idol theft case proves hard nut to crack. The Times of India. 24 September.

Un detenido por robar piezas arqueológicas del yacimiento íbero de Ulldecona

One detained for stealing archaeological pieces from Iberian site of Ulldecona

"La Vanguardia" (2017). Un detenido por robar piezas arqueológicas del yacimiento íbero de Ulldecona. La Vanguardia. 24 September.

Suspended DSP produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Suspended DSP produced in court. The Hindu. 23 September.

Idol theft case: Arrested cop didn't cooperate with investigators, says police officer

A. Selvaraj (2017). Idol theft case: Arrested cop didn't cooperate with investigators, says police officer. The Times of India. 23 September.

Idol theft gang falls in CID trap

Express News Service (2017). Idol theft gang falls in CID trap. The New Indian Express. 22 September.

Theft At Temple In Siliguri's Champasari

Siliguri Times (2017). Theft At Temple In Siliguri's Champasari. Siliguri Times. 20 September.

Theft of Qur'an: HC seeks status

D.H. Rashid (2017). Theft of Qur'an: HC seeks status. Greater Kashmir. 20 September.

Stolen church items found after tipoff during confession

Times of Malta (2017). Stolen church items found after tipoff during confession. Times of Malta. 19 September.

Antiques smugglers had a free run of state's heritage

Tribune News Service (2017). Antiques smugglers had a free run of state's heritage. The Tribune. 19 September.

Two Stolen Chapel Paintings To Be Repatriated To Peru After Collector Voluntarily Returns The Works

Fox Rothschild LLP (2017). Two Stolen Chapel Paintings To Be Repatriated To Peru After Collector Voluntarily Returns The Works. JDSupra. 18 September.

Burglars steal Rs 22,000 silver sheet from templevalued at Rs 22,000 stolen from temple in Baner

TNN (2017). Burglars steal Rs 22,000 silver sheet from templevalued at Rs 22,000 stolen from temple in Baner. The Times of India. 18 September.

Ayutthaya temple fire damages ancient Buddha statue

The Nation (2017). Ayutthaya temple fire damages ancient Buddha statue. The Nation. 15 September.

Thieves break into Latin Catholic Church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artifacts

Çetin Aydın (2017). Thieves break into Latin Catholic Church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artifacts. Hurriyet Daily News. 15 September.

Thieves break into Armenian Orthodox church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artefacts

Hurriyet Daily News (2017). Thieves break into Armenian Orthodox church in Istanbul's Beyoğlu, steal artefacts. Hurriyet Daily News. 15 September.

Campaigners call to preserve rubble from archaeological buildings

OnlineKhabar (2017). Campaigners call to preserve rubble from archaeological buildings. OnlineKhabar. 15 September.

DSP wanted in antique idols smuggling case arrested

R. Rajaram (2017). DSP wanted in antique idols smuggling case arrested. The Hindu. 14 September.

Despite protests, US returning artifacts to Iraq

Josefin Dolsten (2017). Despite protests, US returning artifacts to Iraq. The Jewish Star. 13 September.

Police in Italy fight back against theft of art from churches

The Local (2017). Police in Italy fight back against theft of art from churches. The Local. 13 September.

Italy police recover $8.4m worth of stolen church art

The News (2017). Italy police recover $8.4m worth of stolen church art. The News. 13 September.

Cospicua men charged with stealing €34,000 worth of items from parish church

Matthew Agius (2017). Cospicua men charged with stealing €34,000 worth of items from parish church. Malta Today. 7 September.

Armenia's Ministry of Culture Seeks Return of Ancient Armenian Church Bell from Iran

Armen Press (2017). Armenia's Ministry of Culture Seeks Return of Ancient Armenian Church Bell from Iran. Asbarez. 7 September.

Two in court on Cospicua church robbery charges

Times of Malta (2017). Two in court on Cospicua church robbery charges. Times of Malta. 7 September.

Robo de los atributos de la virgen: "Estamos muy apenados", asegura el padre Federico Lagoa

Theft of the attributes of the Virgin: "We are very sorry", says Father Federico Lagoa

Noticias Mercedinas (2017). Robo de los atributos de la virgen: "Estamos muy apenados", asegura el padre Federico Lagoa. Noticias Mercedinas. 7 September.

'Free Our Sacred' Campaign Calls for the Liberation of Sacred Afro-Brazilian Objects

Lisa Hollenbach (2017). 'Free Our Sacred' Campaign Calls for the Liberation of Sacred Afro-Brazilian Objects. Rioonwatch. 6 September.

Idol theft probe: Madras High Court warns of notice to officials

Press Trust of India (2017). Idol theft probe: Madras High Court warns of notice to officials. Mirror Now. 6 September.

Idol stolen from temple

Kaumudi (2017). Idol stolen from temple. Kaumudi. 2 September.

Mangaluru: 800-yr-old idol, ornaments stolen from temple

Bangalore Mirror (2017). Mangaluru: 800-yr-old idol, ornaments stolen from temple. Bangalore Mirror. 2 September.

Sullia: Thieves steal idol of goddess, ornaments from Subrahmanya temple

Daiji World (2017). Sullia: Thieves steal idol of goddess, ornaments from Subrahmanya temple. Daiji World. 1 September.

Antiques smuggling: After DRI letter, Navjot Singh Sidhu writes to CM, seeks inquiry against Randhawa

Kanchan Vasdev (2017). Antiques smuggling: After DRI letter, Navjot Singh Sidhu writes to CM, seeks inquiry against Randhawa. The Indian Express. 1 September.

China's Peking University to investigate graffiti found on ancient bell

Laurie Chen (2017). China's Peking University to investigate graffiti found on ancient bell. South China Morning Post. 31 August.

महराजगंज: महंगे शौक के चलते चुराई करोड़ों की मूर्तियां [ पूरी ख़बर यहाँ से पढ़ें

Maharajganj Police arrest two people who stole idols worth cores from temple

Dynamite News (2017). महराजगंज: महंगे शौक के चलते चुराई करोड़ों की मूर्तियां [ पूरी ख़बर यहाँ से पढ़ें. Dynamite News. 31 August.

The Mystery Behind The Lost Books Of A Cherished Lublin Yeshiva

Barbara Finkelstein (2017). The Mystery Behind The Lost Books Of A Cherished Lublin Yeshiva. Forward. 31 August.

Absconding idol theft accused arrested

TNN (2017). Absconding idol theft accused arrested. The Times of India. 30 August.

Subash Kapoor, 10 others produced before court

TNN (2017). Subash Kapoor, 10 others produced before court. The Times of India. 30 August.

Briton arrested in Spanish hotel on suspicion of stealing ancient artifacts from Italy

James Badcock, Nick Squires (2017). Briton arrested in Spanish hotel on suspicion of stealing ancient artifacts from Italy. The Telegraph. 29 August.

Pagans demand return of church buildings 'stolen' 1,300 years ago

Olivia Rudgard (2017). Pagans demand return of church buildings 'stolen' 1,300 years ago. The Telegraph. 27 August.

Saving Italy's earthquake art

Margaret Stenhouse (2017). Saving Italy's earthquake art. Wanted in Rome. 24 August.

Priceless artefacts kept in dismal condition at Jaipur police station

Deep Mukherjee (2017). Priceless artefacts kept in dismal condition at Jaipur police station. Hindustan Times. 24 August.

Cologne secures cathedral in light of Sagrada Familia terror plot

DW (2017). Cologne secures cathedral in light of Sagrada Familia terror plot. DW. 23 August.

The curious case of a missing relic casket

Sadia Qasim Shah (2017). The curious case of a missing relic casket. Dawn. 22 August.

चोरों के निशाने पर मंदिर, चांदी का छत्र व मुकुट चोरी

Theft in the Temple

Gaurav Khandelwal (2017). चोरों के निशाने पर मंदिर, चांदी का छत्र व मुकुट चोरी. Patrika. 22 August.

Myanmar to Repair Earthquake-Hit Bagan by 2020

Tin Htet Paing (2017). Myanmar to Repair Earthquake-Hit Bagan by 2020. Irrawaddy. 22 August.

जैन मंदिर से 10 प्रतिमाएं चुरा ले गए, सबूत मिटाने सीसीटीवी कैमरे भी ले गए

Statue Stolen from Temple

Dainik Bhaskar (2017). जैन मंदिर से 10 प्रतिमाएं चुरा ले गए, सबूत मिटाने सीसीटीवी कैमरे भी ले गए. Dainik Bhaskar. 22 August.

Police seize ancient tapestry in southern Turkey

Yusuf Koyun (2017). Police seize ancient tapestry in southern Turkey. Andalou Agency. 21 August.

Rescuing Assyrian Manuscripts in Iraq

Amir Harrack (2017). Rescuing Assyrian Manuscripts in Iraq. AINA. 20 August.

India yet to receive 200 artefacts worth $100 million from US

Navtan Kumar (2017). India yet to receive 200 artefacts worth $100 million from US. Sunday Guardian Live. 20 August.

Himachal Pradesh police recover stolen idols worth several crores, arrest two Nepalese

Anand Bodh (2017). Himachal Pradesh police recover stolen idols worth several crores, arrest two Nepalese. The Times of India. 20 August.

Ancient Idols Worth Crores Stolen From Shirgul Maharaj Temple In Shimla

Ratisha Goyal (2017). Ancient Idols Worth Crores Stolen From Shirgul Maharaj Temple In Shimla. ChandigarhX. 19 August.

Gang of four held, three panchaloha idols recovered from them

TNN (2017). Gang of four held, three panchaloha idols recovered from them. The Times of India. 19 August.

Four persons arrested, stolen property recovered

The Hindu (2017). Four persons arrested, stolen property recovered. The Hindu. 19 August.

Stealing Hindu Gods: A Madras High Court Judgment Shows The Way Out

Ashuosh Kulkarni (2017). Stealing Hindu Gods: A Madras High Court Judgment Shows The Way Out. Swarajya Magazine. 18 August.

Japanese Shinto shrine vandalized in Taipei

Keoni Everington (2017). Japanese Shinto shrine vandalized in Taipei. Taiwan News. 17 August.

Attempt to smuggle 18th century artefacts foiled at Egypt's Hurghada port

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Attempt to smuggle 18th century artefacts foiled at Egypt's Hurghada port. Ahram Online. 17 August.

Religious order seeks to recover stolen parts of Marian statue

Herald Malaysia (2017). Religious order seeks to recover stolen parts of Marian statue. Herald Malaysia. 17 August.

Statues of martyrs defaced by miscreants

Mahi Ahluwalia (2017). Statues of martyrs defaced by miscreants. The Times of India. 17 August.

Portion of stolen pagoda recovered

Tom Callis (2017). Portion of stolen pagoda recovered. Hawaii Tribune Herald. 16 August.

Preocupación en Cantabria Ante el Robo de Campanas en Las Iglesias Rurales del Norte de España

Concern in Cantabria about the Theft of Bells from Churches in Northern Spain

Francisco Medina (2017). Preocupación en Cantabria Ante el Robo de Campanas en Las Iglesias Rurales del Norte de España. Mituin. 16 August.

Thieves steal ancient chest from church at Ringstead, near Hunstanton

Chris Bishop (2017). Thieves steal ancient chest from church at Ringstead, near Hunstanton. Eastern Daily Press. 14 August.

Stolen Gandharan artefacts

The Express Tribune (2017). Stolen Gandharan artefacts. The Express Tribune. 12 August.

Idol Wing-CID opposes anticipatory bail to DSP

The Hindu (2017). Idol Wing-CID opposes anticipatory bail to DSP. The Hindu. 11 August.

Bombed and looted ancient Cambodian city poised for rebirth

AFP (2017). Bombed and looted ancient Cambodian city poised for rebirth. Maylay Mail. 11 August.

Iran to return 7-century-old bell to Turkey

Ali Mustafayev (2017). Iran to return 7-century-old bell to Turkey. Azernews. 10 August.

Ornaments stolen from temple

The Daily Star (2017). Ornaments stolen from temple. The Daily Star. 10 August.

Waqf: Israeli forces did not steal historical documents and materials from Al-Aqsa

Ma'an News Agency (2017). Waqf: Israeli forces did not steal historical documents and materials from Al-Aqsa. Ma'an News Agency. 10 August.

Burglar admits damaging ancient wooden panel at Carlisle cathedral

News and Star (2017). Burglar admits damaging ancient wooden panel at Carlisle cathedral. News and Star. 10 August.

Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation holds first Cultural Heritage Symposium

B.J. Coleman (2017). Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation holds first Cultural Heritage Symposium. The Californian. 9 August.

Desaparece una figura de un Niño Jesús durante una procesión

FPA (2017). Desaparece una figura de un Niño Jesús durante una procesión. Diario de Sevilla. 8 August.

Idol smuggler produced in court

The Hindu (2017). Idol smuggler produced in court. The Hindu. 8 August.

Colonial conquest's lost treasures return to Myanmar

Jared Downing (2017). Colonial conquest's lost treasures return to Myanmar. Fontier. 8 August.

Thieves target historic Portuguese decorative tiles

The Sun Daily (2017). Thieves target historic Portuguese decorative tiles. The Sun Daily. 8 August.

50kg gold-plated bell stolen from Siamese Buddhist temple

The Sun Daily (2017). 50kg gold-plated bell stolen from Siamese Buddhist temple. The Sun Daily. 7 August.

Family Gives "One-of-a-Kind" Chilkat Robe to Sealaska Heritage Institute

Mary Kauffman (2017). Family Gives "One-of-a-Kind" Chilkat Robe to Sealaska Heritage Institute. SIT News. 7 August.

6 stolen idols worth Rs 8 cr found in WB

DNA (2017). 6 stolen idols worth Rs 8 cr found in WB. DNA. 6 August.

La 'banda de las campanas' que arrasa las iglesias rurales: "No van a dejar ni una"

The 'Bells gang" that devastate rural churches: "they won't leave a single one"

David Brunat (2017). La 'banda de las campanas' que arrasa las iglesias rurales: "No van a dejar ni una". El Confidencial. 6 August.

Detenido tras robar donativos de los feligreses y un cofre del siglo XVIII de una iglesia de Puente Genil

Arrest made for theft of parishioner donations and 18th century chest from Puente Genil church

ABC Spain (2017). Detenido tras robar donativos de los feligreses y un cofre del siglo XVIII de una iglesia de Puente Genil. ABC Spain. 5 August.

More than £250,000 needed for alarms for Norfolk's churches

KL (2017). More than £250,000 needed for alarms for Norfolk's churches. KL. 3 August.

The real cost of looting

Frontier (2017). The real cost of looting. Fontier. 3 August.

Tribal leaders, HSI partnering to help prevent plundering of Indian artifacts

ICE (2017). Tribal leaders, HSI partnering to help prevent plundering of Indian artifacts. ICE. 3 August.

Despite smuggled antiquities purchase, some say criticism of Bible museum is unfair

Menachem Wecker (2017). Despite smuggled antiquities purchase, some say criticism of Bible museum is unfair. The Salt Lake Tribune. 3 August.

Idol theft Temple officials including priests in TN booked for theft of six ancient idols

DNA (2017). Idol theft Temple officials including priests in TN booked for theft of six ancient idols. DNA. 3 August.

Ancient temple chariot from Tamil Nadu on sale for Rs 96 lakh

Jaya Menon (2017). Ancient temple chariot from Tamil Nadu on sale for Rs 96 lakh. The Times of Israel. 2 August.

Antique smugglers' mantra: Raze temples, strike gold

Jaya Menon (2017). Antique smugglers' mantra: Raze temples, strike gold. The Times of India. 2 August.

Seven Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment department officials booked for theft of 6 idols

TNN (2017). Seven Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment department officials booked for theft of 6 idols. The Times of India. 2 August.

OPINION: US should give Balangiga Bells back to Philippines, then leave Duterte to China

Doug Bandow (2017). OPINION: US should give Balangiga Bells back to Philippines, then leave Duterte to China. Marianas Variety. 31 July.

Antiques smuggling: 'Kingpin' loaned artefacts to museum to get legal tag

TNN (2017). Antiques smuggling: 'Kingpin' loaned artefacts to museum to get legal tag. The Times of India. 31 July.

A tiny police wing is trying to bring back the thousands of idols stolen from Tamil Nadu

Vinita Govindarajan (2017). A tiny police wing is trying to bring back the thousands of idols stolen from Tamil Nadu. Scroll. 30 July.

Missing a creative curator

Kanak Mani Dixit (2017). Missing a creative curator. Nepali Times. 28 July.

Israel bans men under 50 from disputed Jerusalem holy site

Reuters (2017). Israel bans men under 50 from disputed Jerusalem holy site. Cyprus Mail. 28 July.

Bombay HC quashes lower court order to release passport of antiques 'smuggler'

Express News Service (2017). Bombay HC quashes lower court order to release passport of antiques 'smuggler'. The Indian Express. 28 July.

Stained-glass medallion stolen from North Branch cemetery

Matthew Davis (2017). Stained-glass medallion stolen from North Branch cemetery. The Catholic Spirit. 28 July.

After IS, Mosul rebuilds monuments, mosques – and society

Stephen Kalin (2017). After IS, Mosul rebuilds monuments, mosques – and society. Reuters. 26 July.

PH demands return of Balangiga bells seized by U.S.

Elmor P. Santos (2017). PH demands return of Balangiga bells seized by U.S.. CNN. 26 July.

Cospicua parish church gets security alarms

Ivan Martin (2017). Cospicua parish church gets security alarms. Times of Malta. 26 July.

Israel removes flashpoint metal detectors at Jerusalem holy site

BBC News (2017). Israel removes flashpoint metal detectors at Jerusalem holy site. BBC News. 25 July.

Icon centres getting ready to house idol

R. Rajaram (2017). Icon centres getting ready to house idol. The Hindu. 25 July.

New Zealand family's gift bridges 165 years, heals colonial wounds

Jacob Goldberg (2017). New Zealand family's gift bridges 165 years, heals colonial wounds. Coconuts Yangon. 24 July.

Sacred ancient objects returned to Australian Indigenous leaders after centuries

The Sun Daily (2017). Sacred ancient objects returned to Australian Indigenous leaders after centuries. The Sun Daily. 24 July.

Idol smuggling theft of nat'l treasure: HC

TNN (2017). Idol smuggling theft of nat'l treasure: HC. The Times of India. 22 July.

IG Manickavel to handle idol theft cases

The Hindu (2017). IG Manickavel to handle idol theft cases. The Hindu. 22 July.

Set up camp for idol theft cases in a week: Madras High Court

Express News Service (2017). Set up camp for idol theft cases in a week: Madras High Court. The New Indian Express. 22 July.

Kapoor produced before court

The Hindu (2017). Kapoor produced before court. The Hindu. 21 July.

HC dismisses antique dealer Kapoor's bail plea

Press Trust of India (2017). HC dismisses antique dealer Kapoor's bail plea. Press Trust of India. 21 July.

HC denies advance bail to suspected idol smuggler

The Hindu (2017). HC denies advance bail to suspected idol smuggler. The Hindu. 21 July.

Roban cinco campanas de las iglesias de Zuazo de Kuartango y Morillas

Five bells from churches in Zuazo, Kuratango, and Morillas stolen

Ignacio Gatón (2017). Roban cinco campanas de las iglesias de Zuazo de Kuartango y Morillas. Gasteiz Hoy. 20 July.

El obispo denuncia el robo del copón de la Basílica de San Pascual en Vila-real

Bishop denounces the theft of ciborium from Basilica of San Pascual in Vila-real

Europa Press (2017). El obispo denuncia el robo del copón de la Basílica de San Pascual en Vila-real. Europa Press. 16 July.

Idols worth over a lakh stolen from Iskcon temple in Greater Noida

Vinit Koneru (2017). Idols worth over a lakh stolen from Iskcon temple in Greater Noida. Hindustan Times. 15 July.

Chinese villagers demand identity of stolen mummy Buddha's new holder

Xinhua (2017). Chinese villagers demand identity of stolen mummy Buddha's new holder. Xinhua. 15 July.

China villagers launch Dutch court bid to retrieve mummy

BBC News (2017). China villagers launch Dutch court bid to retrieve mummy. BBC News. 14 July.

Monastery rebuilding delay angers monks

Anup Ojha (2017). Monastery rebuilding delay angers monks. The Kathmandu Post. 13 July.

Robo de las campanas en la antigua iglesia de Abades

Bells stolen from the ancient church of Abades

La Voz de Galicia (2017). Robo de las campanas en la antigua iglesia de Abades. La Voz de Galicia. 13 July.

Chinese villagers to claim back stolen mummy Buddha in Dutch court

Liping Gu (2017). Chinese villagers to claim back stolen mummy Buddha in Dutch court. ECNS. 13 July.

Roban el campanil de la ermita Nuestra Señora de los Remedios de Villallano

Campanile of the chapel of Nuestra Señora de los Remedios in Villallano robbed

SE12 (2017). Roban el campanil de la ermita Nuestra Señora de los Remedios de Villallano. SE12. 12 July.

Villagers refuse to relinquish artefact

Mom Sophon (2017). Villagers refuse to relinquish artefact. Khmer Times. 11 July.

Buddha stolen ahead of 'Dalai Lama's visit'

Boboki Kayawe (2017). Buddha stolen ahead of 'Dalai Lama's visit'. Mmegi Online. 11 July.

Dutch court to hear Buddha relic case

Caiyu Liu (2017). Dutch court to hear Buddha relic case. Global Times. 11 July.

Big cases yet to be cracked

The Hindu (2017). Big cases yet to be cracked. The Hindu. 11 July.

Idols worth crores yet to be recovered from abroad

R. Sivaraman (2017). Idols worth crores yet to be recovered from abroad. The Hindu. 11 July.

Pakistan yet to bring back stolen Buddha artefact from US

Jamal Shahid (2017). Pakistan yet to bring back stolen Buddha artefact from US. Dawn. 10 July.

Idol theft: DSP seeks advance bail

The Hindu (2017). Idol theft: DSP seeks advance bail. The Hindu. 10 July.

21 places of worship burgled in four years

Saurabh Prashar (2017). 21 places of worship burgled in four years. The Indian Express. 9 July.

Robó reliquias de una iglesia valuadas en 15 mil dólares: fue detenido

Relics from a church valued at 15,000 dollars stolen: arrest made.

Minuto Uno (2017). Robó reliquias de una iglesia valuadas en 15 mil dólares: fue detenido. Minuto Uno. 9 July.

Palermo: robó reliquias en una iglesia y fue detenido

Diario Popular (2017). Palermo: robó reliquias en una iglesia y fue detenido. Diario Popular. 9 July.

Rag picker held in Kukatpally for temple thefts

Telangana Today (2017). Rag picker held in Kukatpally for temple thefts. Telangana Today. 6 July.

Temple sculptures moved to prevent theft

Mom Kunthear (2017). Temple sculptures moved to prevent theft. Khmer Times. 6 July.

Roban imagen del Niño San Salvador de Capachica

Statue of the Niño San Salvador stolen from Capachica

Juan Guillermo Mamani (2017). Roban imagen del Niño San Salvador de Capachica. Correo. 6 July.

Norway returns stolen antique Buddha sculpture to Myanmar

WQOW (2017). Norway returns stolen antique Buddha sculpture to Myanmar. WQOQ. 6 July.

Robaron relicario de la Virgen de Belén en Aragua

Reliquary of the Virgen de Belén stolen in Aragua

La Patilla (2017). Robaron relicario de la Virgen de Belén en Aragua. La Patilla. 5 July.

For lifting Buddhist temple statues, she gets no added jail time

Ken Stone (2017). For lifting Buddhist temple statues, she gets no added jail time. My News LA. 5 July.

Descendants of conquerors to return artifacts stolen during Anglo-Burmese War

Coconuts Yangon (2017). Descendants of conquerors to return artifacts stolen during Anglo-Burmese War. Coconuts Yangon. 4 July.

«Corrimos la voz de que si aparecía el Códice Calixtino dejaríamos la investigación»

"We worked with the understanding that if the Codex Calixtinus appeared, we'd close the investigation"

La Voz de Galicia (2017). «Corrimos la voz de que si aparecía el Códice Calixtino dejaríamos la investigación». La Voz de Galicia. 4 July.

Two arrested in emerald lingam theft

TNN (2017). Two arrested in emerald lingam theft. The Times of India. 4 July.

Roban campana de bronce de histórica iglesia de Santiago de Chuco

Bronze bell stolen from the historic church of Santiago de Chuco

RPP (2017). Roban campana de bronce de histórica iglesia de Santiago de Chuco. RPP. 3 July.

Eight gems missing from Padmanabha idol

Krishnadas Rajagopal (2017). Eight gems missing from Padmanabha idol. The Hindu. 3 July.

Court allows US citizen, alleged to be antique smuggler, to travel abroad

Sadaf Modak (2017). Court allows US citizen, alleged to be antique smuggler, to travel abroad. The Indian Express. 3 July.

La Libertad: Roban campana de Iglesia de Angasmarca

La Libertad: Bell from the church of Angasmarca stolen

Correo (2017). La Libertad: Roban campana de Iglesia de Angasmarca. Correo. 2 July.

Indomitable champion of Cyprus' cultural heritage

Marina Christofides (2017). Indomitable champion of Cyprus' cultural heritage. Cyprus Mail. 2 July.

Venezolanos son acusados del robo de una iglesia en Cúcuta

Venezuelans accused of stealing from a Cúcuta church

Caracol Radio (2017). Venezolanos son acusados del robo de una iglesia en Cúcuta. Caracol Radio. 2 July.

Man wanted in several robbery cases nabbed

The Hindu (2017). Man wanted in several robbery cases nabbed. The Hindu. 2 July.

The tussle for Kasthamandap

Sanjit Bhakta (2017). The tussle for Kasthamandap. The Kathmandu Post. 1 July.

DSP wanted in multi-crore idol theft suspended

The Hindu (2017). DSP wanted in multi-crore idol theft suspended. The Hindu. 1 July.

Venezuela: Looters Destroy Altar, Steal Communion Artifacts

TruNews (2017). Venezuela: Looters Destroy Altar, Steal Communion Artifacts. TruNews. 30 June.

हनुमान मंदिर से नगी और मुकुट चोरी

Nuni And Crown Theft From Hanuman Temple

Amar Ujala (2017). हनुमान मंदिर से नगी और मुकुट चोरी. Amar Ujala. 30 June.

Idol theft by police: Madras HC asks IG why erring officials are not arrested

A. Subramani (2017). Idol theft by police: Madras HC asks IG why erring officials are not arrested. The Times of India. 30 June.

Why idol wing personnel who sold antiques are not arrested, asks High Court

TNN (2017). Why idol wing personnel who sold antiques are not arrested, asks High Court. The Times of India. 30 June.

Idol theft: DSP on the run

R. Sivaraman (2017). Idol theft: DSP on the run. The Hindu. 29 June.

Destruction of Mosul's Great Mosque holds a heritage lesson for Australia

Dale Stephens, Tara Gutman (2017). Destruction of Mosul's Great Mosque holds a heritage lesson for Australia. The Guardian. 29 June.

Miscreants vandalise Shiva linga at Hampi World Heritage site

The News Minute (2017). Miscreants vandalise Shiva linga at Hampi World Heritage site. The News Minute. 29 June.

SI arrested for idol theft, HC calls for case records

TNN (2017). SI arrested for idol theft, HC calls for case records. The Times of India. 28 June.

A.P. to go digital to secure ancient icons

P. Sujatha Varma (2017). A.P. to go digital to secure ancient icons. The Hindu. 28 June.

Hyderabad: Unidentified persons steal idol from temple

Telangana Today (2017). Hyderabad: Unidentified persons steal idol from temple. Telangana Today. 27 June.

Roban dos campanas de 200 kg en Labeaga (Navarra)

Two bells weighing 200g stolen in Labeaga (Navarra)

EITB (2017). Roban dos campanas de 200 kg en Labeaga (Navarra). EITB. 27 June.

Two rob gold jewellery from temple

The Hindu (2017). Two rob gold jewellery from temple. The Hindu. 26 June.

Tamil Nadu: Siva lingam worth Rs 2 crore stolen from Swayambulingeswara temple

Pooja Darade (2017). Tamil Nadu: Siva lingam worth Rs 2 crore stolen from Swayambulingeswara temple. India. 26 June.

The many headless Buddha

Emran Feroz (2017). The many headless Buddha. Qantera. 26 June.

Gold-covered mast of Kerala's Sabarimala temple found damaged; 3 held

Press Trust of India (2017). Gold-covered mast of Kerala's Sabarimala temple found damaged; 3 held. The Indian Express. 25 June.

Stolen Buddhist painting exhibited to public after discovery in U.S.

Yonhap News Agency (2017). Stolen Buddhist painting exhibited to public after discovery in U.S.. Yonhap News Agency. 23 June.

ASI to send Australia gallery details of 4 stolen TN idols

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). ASI to send Australia gallery details of 4 stolen TN idols. The Times of India. 23 June.

Battle for Mosul: IS 'blows up' al-Nuri mosque

BBC News (2017). Battle for Mosul: IS 'blows up' al-Nuri mosque. BBC News. 22 June.

Battle for Mosul: Destruction of al-Nuri mosque 'shows IS defeated'

BBC News (2017). Battle for Mosul: Destruction of al-Nuri mosque 'shows IS defeated'. BBC News. 22 June.

Two of eight-man gang held, idols recovered

The Hindu (2017). Two of eight-man gang held, idols recovered. The Hindu. 22 June.

Smuggling of idols: Advance bail plea of Delhi-based man opposed

TNN (2017). Smuggling of idols: Advance bail plea of Delhi-based man opposed. The Times of India. 21 June.

Unos ladrones roban la reliquia del hueso de San Hipólito Mártir en una iglesia de Cocentaina

Thieves steal the bone reliquary of San Hipólito Mártir from a Cocentaina church

ABC Spain (2017). Unos ladrones roban la reliquia del hueso de San Hipólito Mártir en una iglesia de Cocentaina. ABC Spain. 21 June.

Nepal gets four stolen idols back from US

The Himalayan Times (2017). Nepal gets four stolen idols back from US. The Himalayan Times. 19 June.

Roban campanas de la iglesia de La Candelaria

Bells of the church of La Candelaria stolen

Edo Lara (2017). Roban campanas de la iglesia de La Candelaria. Aporrea. 19 June.

Roban un cáliz de plata de la Iglesia Mayor de Baza

Silver chalice stolen from the main church of Baza

José Utrera García (2017). Roban un cáliz de plata de la Iglesia Mayor de Baza. Ideal. 18 June.

Religious figures returned

Nepali Times (2017). Religious figures returned. Nepali Times. 18 June.

Thief arrested, stolen items recovered

Daily Excelsior (2017). Thief arrested, stolen items recovered. Daily Excelsior. 18 June.

Idol theft case: Madras High Court seeks action against police officials

Deepa Biswas (2017). Idol theft case: Madras High Court seeks action against police officials. India Live Today. 18 June.

A month later, burglar caught in Ulhasnagar with jewellery stolen from Challiaha temple

Pradeep Gupta (2017). A month later, burglar caught in Ulhasnagar with jewellery stolen from Challiaha temple. The Times of India. 17 June.

Officials start fencing seized stone idols at Egmore govt museum

TNN (2017). Officials start fencing seized stone idols at Egmore govt museum. The Times of India. 17 June.

Qurans from Ottoman era seized at Cairo International Airport

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Qurans from Ottoman era seized at Cairo International Airport. Ahram Online. 17 June.

Recuperan la reliquia de Don Bosco

"Periodista Digital" (2017). Recuperan la reliquia de Don Bosco. Periodista Digital. 16 June.

Vandals daub anti-christian messages on Tamworth's St Editha's Church

Tamworth Herald (2017). Vandals daub anti-christian messages on Tamworth's St Editha's Church. Tamworth Herald. 15 June.

Recuperan reliquia de Don Bosco que había sido robada

Recovered: relic of Don Bosco that had been stolen

ACI Prensa (2017). Recuperan reliquia de Don Bosco que había sido robada. ACI Prensa. 15 June.

El Gobierno entrega siete obras del siglo XVIII a Taraco

Government returns seven work from the 18th century to Taraco

Página Siete (2017). El Gobierno entrega siete obras del siglo XVIII a Taraco. Página Siete. 13 June.

2 arrested for trying to smuggle out antique idol

Millennium Post (2017). 2 arrested for trying to smuggle out antique idol. Millennium Post. 12 June.

En Las Choapas, recuperan imagen de la virgen de la maternidad

In Las Choapas, statue of the Virgin of Maternity recovered

Hernán Villarreal (2017). En Las Choapas, recuperan imagen de la virgen de la maternidad. Presencia. 12 June.

Stolen tusks returned but suspected 'hermit' thief still at large

Somjit Rungjamrasrassamee (2017). Stolen tusks returned but suspected 'hermit' thief still at large. The Nation. 12 June.

Miscreants target temple, flee with five crowns, donation box

The Hitavada (2017). Miscreants target temple, flee with five crowns, donation box. The Hitavada. 11 June.

Police locate centuries-old carved elephant tusks stolen from Karen village

Somjit Rungjamrasrassamee (2017). Police locate centuries-old carved elephant tusks stolen from Karen village. The Nation. 11 June.

Ancient carved tusks stolen from Karen village

Assawin Pinitwong (2017). Ancient carved tusks stolen from Karen village. Bangkok Post. 10 June.

Picón se muestra "disgustado" por el robo y "preocupado" por los desprendimientos

Picón "disgusted" by theft and "worried" by landslides

Burgos Conecta (2017). Picón se muestra "disgustado" por el robo y "preocupado" por los desprendimientos. Burgos Conecta. 10 June.

Roban las campanas de Villacibio

Bells of Villacibio stolen

El Norte de Castilla (2017). Roban las campanas de Villacibio. El Norte de Castilla. 8 June.

Roban imagen de 55 años de antigüedad en la parroquia de Las Choapas

55-year-old sculpture stolen from the church of Las Choapas

Janeth Cardona (2017). Roban imagen de 55 años de antigüedad en la parroquia de Las Choapas. Presencia. 7 June.

Catholic Saint's Brain Stolen From Italian Church

Ronel Puello (2017). Catholic Saint's Brain Stolen From Italian Church. Latin Post. 7 June.

Mumbai Jain temple theft: Thief turned off CCTVs to steal gold strips

Anurag Kamble (2017). Mumbai Jain temple theft: Thief turned off CCTVs to steal gold strips. Mid-day. 7 June.

Arunachal: Divorce, tale of revenge and greed behind theft of 900-yr-old statue

Shiv Sunny (2017). Arunachal: Divorce, tale of revenge and greed behind theft of 900-yr-old statue. Hindustan Times. 7 June.

About 100 stolen antique idols are untraceable in Telangana

Siddharth Tadepalli (2017). About 100 stolen antique idols are untraceable in Telangana. The Times of India. 6 June.

900-year-old Antique Buddha Idol Stolen From Tawang, Recovered in Delhi

Nitisha Kashyap (2017). 900-year-old Antique Buddha Idol Stolen From Tawang, Recovered in Delhi. News 18. 5 June.

Rs 200-crore ancient idols, seized from thieves, rot at museum

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). Rs 200-crore ancient idols, seized from thieves, rot at museum. The Times of India. 5 June.

Roban reliquias de San Bosco en Turín

Relics of Saint Bosco stolen in Turin

El Debate (2017). Roban reliquias de San Bosco en Turín. El Debate. 3 June.

Solapur: Idol robbery in ancient Jain temple

Maharashtra Today (2017). Solapur: Idol robbery in ancient Jain temple. Maharashtra Today. 3 June.

Police to seek documents from Australian authorities

The Hindu (2017). Police to seek documents from Australian authorities. The Hindu. 2 June.

Priceless regalia stolen in Pendleton

East Oregonian (2017). Priceless regalia stolen in Pendleton. East Oregonian. 2 June.

Millions at stake as Chinese villagers take collector to court over "man in the Buddha"

John Hooper, Ted Plafker (2017). Millions at stake as Chinese villagers take collector to court over "man in the Buddha". AFR. 2 June.

Hopis Hoping to Recover Katsina Friends

John Christian Hopkins (2017). Hopis Hoping to Recover Katsina Friends. Lake Powell Life. 1 June.

Insólito: robaron la campana de una iglesia y la cargaron en el auto

Unusual: Bell stolen from a church and loaded into a car

El Periódico (2017). Insólito: robaron la campana de una iglesia y la cargaron en el auto. El Periódico. 29 May.

1,000-year-old 'Narasimmee' comes back to Tamil Nadu

R. Sivaraman (2017). 1,000-year-old 'Narasimmee' comes back to Tamil Nadu. The Hindu. 27 May.

How idol thieves deceived devotees

R. Sivaraman (2017). How idol thieves deceived devotees. The Hindu. 27 May.

Australia returns Tamil Nadu's antique idol stolen by notorious smuggler Kapoor

TNN (2017). Australia returns Tamil Nadu's antique idol stolen by notorious smuggler Kapoor. The Times of India. 27 May.

Roban santo antiguo en Caapucú

Antique saint stolen in Caapucú

ABC Paraguay (2017). Roban santo antiguo en Caapucú. ABC Paraguay. 25 May.

Is Ulhasnagar's Chaliya Mandir's stolen gold worth Rs 5 lakh or Rs 8 lakh?

Faisal Tandel (2017). Is Ulhasnagar's Chaliya Mandir's stolen gold worth Rs 5 lakh or Rs 8 lakh?. Mid-day. 25 May.

Stolen statue featuring Mormon prophets is found by police; 2 suspects are arrested

David Montero (2017). Stolen statue featuring Mormon prophets is found by police; 2 suspects are arrested. Los Angeles Times. 24 May.

Exhibition displays returned stone sculptures from Australia

IANS (2017). Exhibition displays returned stone sculptures from Australia. Business Standard. 24 May.

Thieves raid safe and loot artefacts during church break-in

Christopher Gage (2017). Thieves raid safe and loot artefacts during church break-in. The Brecon & Radnor Express. 24 May.

Stolen: 700-pound Salt Lake City statue of Mormon prophets

David Montero (2017). Stolen: 700-pound Salt Lake City statue of Mormon prophets. Los Angeles Times. 23 May.

Missing gold locket of Ambalappuzha temple traced from cash boxes

P S Sajimon (2017). Missing gold locket of Ambalappuzha temple traced from cash boxes. The Times of India. 23 May.

El robo de arte sacro en Zacatecas

Sacred art stolen in Zacatecas

Raúl García (2017). El robo de arte sacro en Zacatecas. El Sol de Zacatecas. 23 May.

Prized sculptures returned by Australia on display now

PTI News (2017). Prized sculptures returned by Australia on display now. PTI News. 23 May.

LA art dealer sentenced in theft from high-profile clients

Associated Press (2017). LA art dealer sentenced in theft from high-profile clients. Star Tribune. 22 May.

Roban en iglesia Pío Noveno

Theft in Pío Noveno church

El Diario (2017). Roban en iglesia Pío Noveno. El Diario. 17 May.

El robo del retablo de Olivares

The theft of the altarpiece of Olivares

Agapito Ojosnegros Lázaro (2017). El robo del retablo de Olivares. El Norte de Castilla. 15 May.

Antique Shivalinga recovered, two held

Kashi Prasad (2017). Antique Shivalinga recovered, two held. The Times of India. 15 May.

Million-euro crown stolen from Lyon museum

AFP (2017). Million-euro crown stolen from Lyon museum. RFI. 14 May.

Cops recover stolen idols worth Rs 180 crore

TNN (2017). Cops recover stolen idols worth Rs 180 crore. The Times of India. 13 May.

Roban las joyas de 4 santos y 3 vírgenes del templo San Agustín

Jewels of 4 saints 3 virgins stolen from San Agustín temple

Pamela Pomacahua (2017). Roban las joyas de 4 santos y 3 vírgenes del templo San Agustín. Página Siete. 13 May.

The Treasures of Timbuktu

Charlie English (2017). The Treasures of Timbuktu. The New York Times. 12 May.

La Hermandad de la Resurrección denuncia el robo de varias joyas a la Virgen de la Aurora

The Hermandad de la Resurrección denounces the theft of various jewels from the Virgin de la Aurora

Europa Press (2017). La Hermandad de la Resurrección denuncia el robo de varias joyas a la Virgen de la Aurora. La Vanguardia. 11 May.

SSB, Customs seize idols worth Rs 35 cr, one arrested

Amitava Banerjee (2017). SSB, Customs seize idols worth Rs 35 cr, one arrested. Millennium Post. 8 May.

Church regains three icons stolen from the north

Cyprus Mail (2017). Church regains three icons stolen from the north. Cyprus Mail. 5 May.

Idols stolen from temple

The Hindu (2017). Idols stolen from temple. The Hindu. 5 May.

Asaltan por séptima vez iglesia dedicada a Lourdes: Roban el sagrario y la Eucaristía

Church dedicated to Lourdes robbed for the seventh time: tabernacle and hosts stolen

ACI Prensa (2017). Asaltan por séptima vez iglesia dedicada a Lourdes: Roban el sagrario y la Eucaristía. Noticias Press. 5 May.

Japan preserves Buddhist statues and cultural artifacts with 3D scanning and 3D printing

3Ders (2017). Japan preserves Buddhist statues and cultural artifacts with 3D scanning and 3D printing. 3Ders. 5 May.

Three panchaloha idols stolen in Thanjavur

TNN (2017). Three panchaloha idols stolen in Thanjavur. The Times of India. 2 May.

Roban corona de oro de la Virgen de la iglesia Santa Lucia de Chía

Gold crown of the Virgin stolen from the church of Santa Lucia in Chía

Pulzo (2017). Roban corona de oro de la Virgen de la iglesia Santa Lucia de Chía. Pulzo. 2 May.

8 get 3 years jail for idol theft

Press Trust of India (2017). 8 get 3 years jail for idol theft. India. 2 May.

Mumbai Crime: Diamond-studded gold strips stolen from Jain temple at Marine Drive

Anurag Kamble (2017). Mumbai Crime: Diamond-studded gold strips stolen from Jain temple at Marine Drive. Mid-day. 2 May.

Restoration may have disfigured Buddhist monastery, a world heritage site

Amjad Iqbal (2017). Restoration may have disfigured Buddhist monastery, a world heritage site. Dawn. 2 May.

Roban parte de la corona de oro del "Niño Jesús del Cerrito" en Nopalucan

Part of the gold crown of the "Niño Jesús del Cerrito" of Nopalucan stolen

J. L. Hertewing (2017). Roban parte de la corona de oro del "Niño Jesús del Cerrito" en Nopalucan. E-Tlaxcala. 1 May.

Cuthand: Indigenous artifacts belong with indigenous people

Doug Cuthand (2017). Cuthand: Indigenous artifacts belong with indigenous people. Saskatoon Star Phoenix. 29 April.

Native America's Necessary And Imperfect Law

Chip Colwell (2017). Native America's Necessary And Imperfect Law. Huffington Post. 28 April.

SSB seizes antique idol being smuggled to Nepal

IANS (2017). SSB seizes antique idol being smuggled to Nepal. India. 27 April.

Roban un Cristo del siglo XVI de la capilla del cementerio de Artea

16th century Christ stolen from the chapel of the cemetery of Artea

El Correo (2017). Roban un Cristo del siglo XVI de la capilla del cementerio de Artea. El Correo. 27 April.

Relinquished to feds by local gallery, fate of stolen sculpture uncertain

Justin Horwath (2017). Relinquished to feds by local gallery, fate of stolen sculpture uncertain. Santa Fe New Mexican. 27 April.

Las iglesias de Jujuy reforzarán sus sistemas de seguridad

Churchs of Jujuy strengthen their security systems

MDZ (2017). Las iglesias de Jujuy reforzarán sus sistemas de seguridad. MDZ. 26 April.

Smuggled Torah, artifacts seized in Turkey's northwest

Anadolu Agency (2017). Smuggled Torah, artifacts seized in Turkey's northwest. Hurriyet Daily News. 25 April.

Foreigner enters Puri Jagannath Temple, creates flutter

Debabrata Mohapatra (2017). Foreigner enters Puri Jagannath Temple, creates flutter. The Times of India. 24 April.

Priceless cross back on display at Murcia cathedral museum 40 years after being stolen

Murcia Today (2017). Priceless cross back on display at Murcia cathedral museum 40 years after being stolen. Murcia Today. 24 April.

5 more idols stolen from Tamil Nadu in Australia gallery's possession

Samhati Mohapatra (2017). 5 more idols stolen from Tamil Nadu in Australia gallery's possession. The Times of India. 23 April.

Smugglers with idol of Goddess Radha arrested

Press Trust of India (2017). Smugglers with idol of Goddess Radha arrested. Business Standard. 22 April.

DRI to bring back stolen antiques smuggled to the US

Rajesh Ahuja (2017). DRI to bring back stolen antiques smuggled to the US. Hindustan Times. 20 April.

For God's sake, save our idols from New York parties

TNN (2017). For God's sake, save our idols from New York parties. The Times of India. 20 April.

Precious locket of Ambalappuzha temple goes missing; probe on

TNN (2017). Precious locket of Ambalappuzha temple goes missing; probe on. The Times of India. 20 April.

जैन मंदिर से अष्टधातु की तीन मूर्तियां चोरी

Three Statues Of Ashtadhutra Stolen From Jain Temple

Amar Ujala (2017). जैन मंदिर से अष्टधातु की तीन मूर्तियां चोरी. Amar Ujala. 20 April.

Bronze idol recovered

Press Trust of India (2017). Bronze idol recovered. Business Standard. 18 April.

Gujarat National Law University partners with ASI to hold exhibition

Express News Service (2017). Gujarat National Law University partners with ASI to hold exhibition. Indian Express. 18 April.

Stolen Panchaloha idol seized, youth held

Web India 123 (2017). Stolen Panchaloha idol seized, youth held. Web India 123. 18 April.

Goldplated ancient Torah seized by Turkish security forces in antismuggling drive

Daily Sabah (2017). Goldplated ancient Torah seized by Turkish security forces in antismuggling drive. Daily Sabah. 17 April.

Thief prostrates before Buddha image then steals

Kornkamon Aksorndech (2017). Thief prostrates before Buddha image then steals. The Nation. 16 April.

Stolen pagoda body returned to Chinese mainland

Xinhua (2017). Stolen pagoda body returned to Chinese mainland. Xinhua. 16 April.

Roban busto del padre Jaime Salcido, estaba en la iglesia de Fátima

Bust of Father Jaime Salcido stolen, was at the church of Fátima

Pepe Ávila (2017). Roban busto del padre Jaime Salcido, estaba en la iglesia de Fátima. Expreso. 16 April.

Smuggler with six Gupta period idols arrested

Outlook (2017). Smuggler with six Gupta period idols arrested. Outlook. 15 April.

200-yr-old bronze temple idol stolen

TNN (2017). 200-yr-old bronze temple idol stolen. The Times of India. 15 April.

Uncertainty over status of ancient idols in DRI custody

Neha L.M. Tripathi (2017). Uncertainty over status of ancient idols in DRI custody. The Asian Age. 15 April.

Germany to appeal first ruling allowing Nazi-looted art claim against it in U.S. court

Spencer S. Hsu (2017). Germany to appeal first ruling allowing Nazi-looted art claim against it in U.S. court. The Washington Post. 14 April.

2 arrested for smuggling 11th C idol

TNN (2017). 2 arrested for smuggling 11th C idol. The Times of India. 13 April.

The Case of the Missing Feet: Antiquities and Terrorism in Cambodia

Noah Charney (2017). The Case of the Missing Feet: Antiquities and Terrorism in Cambodia. Observer. 12 April.

Jewish family renews fight for Passover manuscript

Daniel Estrin (2017). Jewish family renews fight for Passover manuscript. The China Post. 12 April.

Delayed charge sheet earns bail for antiques smuggler Nanda

Mumbai Mirror (2017). Delayed charge sheet earns bail for antiques smuggler Nanda. Mumbai Mirror. 11 April.

Online ad leads Vienna couple to buy ancient Jewish headstone for $300

JTA (2017). Online ad leads Vienna couple to buy ancient Jewish headstone for $300. JTA. 7 April.

1,500-year-old 'antique' rots in court store room

Saibal Guptal (2017). 1,500-year-old 'antique' rots in court store room. The Times of India. 7 April.

Chennai: Emerald Siva Lingam seized

Deccan Chronicle (2017). Chennai: Emerald Siva Lingam seized. Deccan Chronicle. 6 April.

Medieval stones stolen from Edinburgh hospital

BBC News (2017). Medieval stones stolen from Edinburgh hospital. BBC News. 4 April.

Fake Dead Sea Scrolls Sold In The US: Products Of Sophisticated Archeological Forgeries

Regin Olimberio (2017). Fake Dead Sea Scrolls Sold In The US: Products Of Sophisticated Archeological Forgeries. The Science Times. 4 April.

28 New Dead Sea Scrolls Fragments Sold in US

Owen Jarus (2017). 28 New Dead Sea Scrolls Fragments Sold in US. Live Science. 4 April.

Hikind Says Lookout For Stolen, Antique Seforim

The Yeshiva World News (2017). Hikind Says Lookout For Stolen, Antique Seforim. The Yeshiva World News. 3 April.

How Indigenous Groups Can Reclaim Stolen Property

Chip Colwell (2017). How Indigenous Groups Can Reclaim Stolen Property. Foreign Affairs. 31 March.

Roban coronas de oro de la Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol en Ayapango

Gold crowns stolen from the Church of Santiago Apóstol in Ayapango

Luciano Tapia (2017). Roban coronas de oro de la Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol en Ayapango. El Sol de Toluca. 30 March.

Burglars Decamp With Antique Idol Worth One Crore From Temple

Odisha TV (2017). Burglars Decamp With Antique Idol Worth One Crore From Temple. Odisha TV. 29 March.

México, líder in América Latino por robo de arte sacro

Mexico Latin America's leader for sacred art theft

Ana Salazar (2017). México, líder in América Latino por robo de arte sacro. Milenio. 29 March.

Israel Arrests Temple Mount Officials After Assault on Archaeologists

Nir Hasson (2017). Israel Arrests Temple Mount Officials After Assault on Archaeologists. Haaretz. 29 March.

Egypt recovers objects stolen from Al-Imam Al-Shafie Dome

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Egypt recovers objects stolen from Al-Imam Al-Shafie Dome. Ahram Online. 29 March.

Roban el 'santísimo' de una iglesia en Cuautitlán

Custodia of Cuautitlán church stolen

Excelsior (2017). Roban el 'santísimo' de una iglesia en Cuautitlán. Excelsior. 28 March.

Ladrones se roban la placa de cobre de la Iglesia de Fátima

Thieves steal copper plaque from the Church of Fatima

Gabriela Salido (2017). Ladrones se roban la placa de cobre de la Iglesia de Fátima. Meganoticias. 28 March.

Federal agents take Baby Jesus

Jack Durham (2017). Federal agents take Baby Jesus. Mad River Union. 25 March.

Ritualistic conch stolen from Padmanabhaswamy temple

Kaumudi (2017). Ritualistic conch stolen from Padmanabhaswamy temple. Kaumudi. 25 March.

Lowest bidders threaten Nepal's quake-hit heritage

AFP (2017). Lowest bidders threaten Nepal's quake-hit heritage. The Daily Mail. 24 March.

Ingresan en prisión los presuntos autores de un robo en una iglesia de O Carballiño

Suspects in robbery of O Carballiño church sent to prison

La Voz de Galicia (2017). Ingresan en prisión los presuntos autores de un robo en una iglesia de O Carballiño. La Voz de Galicia. 24 March.

Hundreds of Chinese temple paintings recovered, 23 theft suspects arrested so far

Kinling Lo (2017). Hundreds of Chinese temple paintings recovered, 23 theft suspects arrested so far. South China Morning Post. 23 March.

Relic hunters loot murals in Shanxi temples

Yang Sheng (2017). Relic hunters loot murals in Shanxi temples. Global Times. 22 March.

Idols worth lakhs found missing from temple

TNN (2017). Idols worth lakhs found missing from temple. The Times of India. 21 March.

Three burglars held, stolen items worth thousands recovered

TNN (2017). Three burglars held, stolen items worth thousands recovered. The Times of India. 21 March.

First high court hearing on stolen Buddhist statue upcoming

Yonhap News Agency (2017). First high court hearing on stolen Buddhist statue upcoming. Yonhap News Agency. 20 March.

Roban arte sacro en Acatzingo; sospechan de los párrocos y los mayordomos

Sacred art stolen in Acatzingo; parish priests and caretakers suspected

Karen Meza (2017). Roban arte sacro en Acatzingo; sospechan de los párrocos y los mayordomos. Página Negra. 19 March.

Four ancient Panchaloha idols were reported stolen from a Ramalayam temple in Choutuppa

TNN (2017). Four ancient Panchaloha idols were reported stolen from a Ramalayam temple in Choutuppa. The Times of India. 19 March.

Tribal group says elimination of Bears Ears would be tragic

Brady McComba (2017). Tribal group says elimination of Bears Ears would be tragic. The Daily Progress. 18 March.

Teenager caused £5,000 of damage to ancient church in Dalgety Bay

Dunfermline Press (2017). Teenager caused £5,000 of damage to ancient church in Dalgety Bay. Dunfermline Press. 17 March.

Detenido tras robar limosnas y varias joyas en siete iglesias

Arrest for theft of offerings and various jewels in seven churches

A. Rodriguez Ourense (2017). Detenido tras robar limosnas y varias joyas en siete iglesias. Atlántico. 17 March.

Stolen gold rings and cross devastating to St. Leo Abbey, community

Peter Bernard (2017). Stolen gold rings and cross devastating to St. Leo Abbey, community. WFLA. 16 March.

Buyer Beware: US Market for Ancient Asian Art Still the Wild, Wild East

Tess Davis (2017). Buyer Beware: US Market for Ancient Asian Art Still the Wild, Wild East. The Diplomat. 14 March.

Woman suspected of stealing painting, police say

Channel 3000 (2017). Woman suspected of stealing painting, police say. Channel 3000. 13 March.

Los enemigos del patrimonio histórico

The enemies of historic heritage

Aludena Ruiz (2017). Los enemigos del patrimonio histórico. El Diario. 13 March.

Stolen Buddhist statue to return to Buyeo temple after 30 years

Yonhap News Agency (2017). Stolen Buddhist statue to return to Buyeo temple after 30 years. Yonhap News Agency. 13 March.

Police ask for help finding stolen painting

Channel 3000 (2017). Police ask for help finding stolen painting. Channel 3000. 11 March.

Delincuentes roban custodia con hostia consagrada de iglesia argentina

Delinquents steal custodia with consecrated hosts from Argentina church

ACI Prensa (2017). Delincuentes roban custodia con hostia consagrada de iglesia argentina. ACI Prensa. 11 March.

Tunisian authorities foil smuggling of 15th-century Torah scroll

Roi Kais (2017). Tunisian authorities foil smuggling of 15th-century Torah scroll. Ynet News. 11 March.

Smuggler Vijay Nanda stole Parvati idol from MP: Police

Vijay Kumar Yadav (2017). Smuggler Vijay Nanda stole Parvati idol from MP: Police. Mid-day. 10 March.

Door and decorative elements of Sultan Al-Kamel Al-Ayyubi shrine stolen

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Door and decorative elements of Sultan Al-Kamel Al-Ayyubi shrine stolen. Ahram Online. 9 March.

Idol smuggling suspect kills self

The Hindu (2017). Idol smuggling suspect kills self. The Hindu. 9 March.

US returns 8 ancient idols in big retrieval

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2017). US returns 8 ancient idols in big retrieval. The Times of India. 9 March.

Antiquities agency chief says Jordan Codices fake

The Jordan Times (2017). Antiquities agency chief says Jordan Codices fake. The Jordan Times. 9 March.

Ancient book stolen in Syria seized in Turkey

Hurriyet Daily News (2017). Ancient book stolen in Syria seized in Turkey. Hurriyet Daily News. 8 March.

Detenidas cuatro personas por robo de reliquia del museo de la Virgen del Valle

Four people arrested for theft of reliquary from the museum of the Virgen del Valle

María Eugenia Ramírez (2017). Detenidas cuatro personas por robo de reliquia del museo de la Virgen del Valle. El Carabobeño. 7 March.

Illegal stone mining a major danger to five ASI monuments

Deshdeep Saxena (2017). Illegal stone mining a major danger to five ASI monuments. The Times of India. 7 March.

Was ancient church at Santon Downham, near Thetford, targeted by nighthawks?

Chris Bishop (2017). Was ancient church at Santon Downham, near Thetford, targeted by nighthawks?. Eastern Daily Press. 6 March.

BJP demands fencing of Bihar temples, burial grounds

Press Trust of India (2017). BJP demands fencing of Bihar temples, burial grounds. The Indian Express. 6 March.

6 brass idols stolen from Nasirnagar Iskcon temple

Ujjal Chakraborty (2017). 6 brass idols stolen from Nasirnagar Iskcon temple. Dhaka Tribune. 5 March.

Antique smuggling racket: Key idol smuggler held in police raid

Vijay Kumar Yadav (2017). Antique smuggling racket: Key idol smuggler held in police raid. Mid-day. 4 March.

Reuniting Indigenous 'sticks' with their stories: the museum on a mission to give back

Paul Daley (2017). Reuniting Indigenous 'sticks' with their stories: the museum on a mission to give back. The Guardian. 3 March.

Ancient temple left in lurch

Ahmad Pasha (2017). Ancient temple left in lurch. The Hans India. 2 March.

La Xunta tendrá mayor control sobre bienes de la Iglesia en los que invierte

Regional government will have more control over the items in Churches that it funds

Juan Capeáns (2017). La Xunta tendrá mayor control sobre bienes de la Iglesia en los que invierte. La Voz de Galicia. 2 March.

Federal government agrees to return Métis artifacts

Jason Warick (2017). Federal government agrees to return Métis artifacts. CBC. 1 March.

Jordan demands Israel halts works at Jerusalem's Umayyad Palaces

The Jordan Times (2017). Jordan demands Israel halts works at Jerusalem's Umayyad Palaces. The Jordan Times. 1 March.

Detienen a un vecino de Calonge que robó el cáliz de la iglesia de Sant Martí

Resident of Calonge arrested for stealing a chalice from the church of San Martí

EFE (2017). Detienen a un vecino de Calonge que robó el cáliz de la iglesia de Sant Martí. La Vanguardia. 28 February.

Panchaloha idol stolen from temple near Ariyalur

TNN (2017). Panchaloha idol stolen from temple near Ariyalur. The Times of India. 27 February.

At Bhaktapur Durbar Square today

Sabitri Dhakal (2017). At Bhaktapur Durbar Square today. The Himalayan Times. 26 February.

The Monk Who Saves Manuscripts From ISIS

Matteo Fagotto (2017). The Monk Who Saves Manuscripts From ISIS. The Atlantic. 23 February.

Five held with stolen panchaloha idol

TNN (2017). Five held with stolen panchaloha idol. Bosco Dominique. 23 February.

Priceless 18th century icon seized in car trunk in Turkey's Adana

Fatih Karacali (2017). Priceless 18th century icon seized in car trunk in Turkey's Adana. Hurriyet Daily News. 22 February.

Records Point to Dealer's Role in Artifact Theft

Ben Paviour (2017). Records Point to Dealer's Role in Artifact Theft. The Cambodia Daily. 22 February.

Police clueless about stolen Dattatreaya Statuette

eKantipur (2017). Police clueless about stolen Dattatreaya Statuette. eKantipur. 22 February.

Ludhiana: Crowns, jewels stolen from Kali temple

Express News Service (2017). Ludhiana: Crowns, jewels stolen from Kali temple. The Indian Express. 18 February.

Stolen Guercino found in Casablanca

ANSA (2017). Stolen Guercino found in Casablanca. ANSA. 16 February.

4 held with ancient Buddha idol

The Kathmandu Post (2017). 4 held with ancient Buddha idol. The Kathmandu Post. 16 February.

Bihar govt to prepare list of idols, artefacts in temples

TNN (2017). Bihar govt to prepare list of idols, artefacts in temples. The Times of India. 16 February.

Greek police arrest 81-year-old ex-poultry baron for undeclared antiquities

Tornos News (2017). Greek police arrest 81-year-old ex-poultry baron for undeclared antiquities. Tornos News. 15 February.

New Dead Sea Scrolls Find May Help Detect Forgeries

Michelle Z. Donahue (2017). New Dead Sea Scrolls Find May Help Detect Forgeries. National Geographic. 14 February.

Ancient statue a riddle for experts

Mom Kunthear (2017). Ancient statue a riddle for experts. Khmer Times. 13 February.

13 years on, no sign of 'ancient' paintings missing from Qila Mubarak

Manish Sirhindi (2017). 13 years on, no sign of 'ancient' paintings missing from Qila Mubarak. The Times of India. 13 February.

Maoists deny hand in destruction of ancient Ganesha idol; Cops have their doubts

Ejaz Kaiser (2017). Maoists deny hand in destruction of ancient Ganesha idol; Cops have their doubts. The New Indian Express. 12 February.

DRI vs Nanda case: DRI recovered antique Mughal sculpture during searc

Virendrasingh Ghunawat (2017). DRI vs Nanda case: DRI recovered antique Mughal sculpture during searc. India Today. 12 February.

More antique wooden sculptures, carvings recovered from Nanda

Press Trust of India (2017). More antique wooden sculptures, carvings recovered from Nanda. The Indian Express. 12 February.

Vandals target display of multifaith artworks at Gloucester Cathedral

Vanessa Thorpe (2017). Vandals target display of multifaith artworks at Gloucester Cathedral. The Guardian. 12 February.

DRI to approach USA for details on antique smuggler's imports

Pratik Salunke (2017). DRI to approach USA for details on antique smuggler's imports. Hindustan Times. 10 February.

Church secured against thieves - at cost of £311,000

Mark Foster (2017). Church secured against thieves - at cost of £311,000. Darlington & Stockton Times. 10 February.

New Dead Sea Scrolls cave filled with ancient artefacts discovered for first time in 60 years

Bethan McKernan (2017). New Dead Sea Scrolls cave filled with ancient artefacts discovered for first time in 60 years. The Independent. 9 February.

Indian cops arrest US businessman over idol smuggling

AFP (2017). Indian cops arrest US businessman over idol smuggling. The Daily Mail. 8 February.

Recuperan un misal y un sacro antiguos robados en Pinos del Valle

Missal and ancient sacrum stolen in Pinos del Valle recovered

Granada Hoy (2017). Recuperan un misal y un sacro antiguos robados en Pinos del Valle. Granada Hoy. 7 February.

Debate over statue highlights complexities of ownership

Korea JoongAng Daily (2017). Debate over statue highlights complexities of ownership. Korea JoongAng Daily. 6 February.

Over 28 antiquities retrieved from abroad till date: Govt

Press Trust of India (2017). Over 28 antiquities retrieved from abroad till date: Govt. The Indian Express. 6 February.

Cathedral-goers get up-close look at snatched medieval crucifix

Alex Williams (2017). Cathedral-goers get up-close look at snatched medieval crucifix. Premier. 6 February.

Roban reliquia de Mártires Mercedarios

Relic of the Mercedarios Martys stolen

Miguel Lopez (2017). Roban reliquia de Mártires Mercedarios. Prensa Libre. 6 February.

दिनदहाड़े राधाकृष्ण मंदिर से अष्टधातु की मूर्तियां चोरी

Radhakrishna Temple Ashtadhatu Statues Stolen In Broad Daylight

Amar Ujala (2017). दिनदहाड़े राधाकृष्ण मंदिर से अष्टधातु की मूर्तियां चोरी. Amar Ujala. 6 February.

गोरखपुर में पांच करोड़ की मूर्ति बरामद तस्कर गिरफ्तार

Smuggler arrested with lord buddha stolen in Gorakhpur

Patrika (2017). गोरखपुर में पांच करोड़ की मूर्ति बरामद तस्कर गिरफ्तार. Patrika. 5 February.

ठाकुरबाड़ी से अष्ट धातु की माँ सीता की मूर्ति चोरी

Ashta metal sculpture of Mother Sita stolen from Thakurbari

Live Hindustan (2017). ठाकुरबाड़ी से अष्ट धातु की माँ सीता की मूर्ति चोरी. Live Hindustan. 3 February.

Call for Italy's quake-stricken works to return home for treatment

Hannah McGivern (2017). Call for Italy's quake-stricken works to return home for treatment. The Art Newspaper. 3 February.

Date set for Chinese villagers' Dutch court battle over ownership of 1,000-year-old 'stolen' gilded statute

Kinling Lo (2017). Date set for Chinese villagers' Dutch court battle over ownership of 1,000-year-old 'stolen' gilded statute. South China Morning Post. 3 February.

Maui temple bell stolen

Gary Kubota (2017). Maui temple bell stolen. Star Advertiser. 2 February.

Chhattisgarh: Ancient Ganesha idol damaged by suspected Maoists successfully restored

ANI (2017). Chhattisgarh: Ancient Ganesha idol damaged by suspected Maoists successfully restored. Business Standard. 2 February.

Court approves stay of execution on return order for stolen Buddhist statue

Yonhap News Agency (2017). Court approves stay of execution on return order for stolen Buddhist statue. Yonhap News Agency. 1 February.

Antiques dealer jailed for stealing painting from Chester Cathedral

Nazia Parveen (2017). Antiques dealer jailed for stealing painting from Chester Cathedral. The Guardian. 31 January.

Panchaloha idol stolen from temple in Tamil Nadu

Devanathan Veerappani (2017). Panchaloha idol stolen from temple in Tamil Nadu. The Times of India. 30 January.

Find them! $70,000 Torah stolen from Jersey Shore Jewish school

Dan Alexander (2017). Find them! $70,000 Torah stolen from Jersey Shore Jewish school. New Jersey 101.5. 30 January.

Burglary in Chhota Udepur palace, antiques stolen

TNN (2017). Burglary in Chhota Udepur palace, antiques stolen. The Times of India. 30 January.

1100-year-old Ganesha idol falls from Bastar hilltop, cops suspect Maoists' role

Rashmi Drolia (2017). 1100-year-old Ganesha idol falls from Bastar hilltop, cops suspect Maoists' role. The Times of India. 28 January.

Seven silver parasols stolen from Jain temple

Nikhil Bhardwaj (2017). Seven silver parasols stolen from Jain temple. The Tribune. 27 January.

Bronze idol worth lakhs stolen from temple

Press Trust of India (2017). Bronze idol worth lakhs stolen from temple. News Today. 27 January.

150 वर्ष पुरानी अष्टधातु मूर्ति चोरी का खुलासा

Theft of 150 year old ashtadhatu idol revealed in Varanasi

Khaskhabar (2017). 150 वर्ष पुरानी अष्टधातु मूर्ति चोरी का खुलासा. Khaskhabar. 27 January.

बस्तर: पहाड़ी से चोरी हुई हजार साल पुरानी गणेश प्रतिमा

Bastar: ancient Ganesh idol stolen from Dholkal

Khabar Non Stop (2017). बस्तर: पहाड़ी से चोरी हुई हजार साल पुरानी गणेश प्रतिमा. Khabar Non Stop. 27 January.

Roban cuatro imágenes de santos de la ermita de San Antonio de Frailes

Four sculptures of saints stolen from the hermitage of San Antonio in Frailes

Belén Ramírez (2017). Roban cuatro imágenes de santos de la ermita de San Antonio de Frailes. Alcalá la Real. 27 January.

Peru: Stolen paintings recovered in U.S. return to Cusco

Andina (2017). Peru: Stolen paintings recovered in U.S. return to Cusco. Andina. 27 January.

Devuelven parte de las joyas robadas en Parla

Some of the jewels stolen in Parla returned

Vivir en Parla (2017). Devuelven parte de las joyas robadas en Parla. Vivir en Parla. 26 January.

South Korea Can Keep Buddha Statue Stolen From Japan, Court Says

Choe Sang-Hun (2017). South Korea Can Keep Buddha Statue Stolen From Japan, Court Says. The New York Times. 26 January.

Más de 800 objetos culturales sacados ilegalmente del Perú serán repatriados en 2017

More than 800 illegally looted cultural objects from Peru will be repatriated in 2017

David Hidalgo (2017). Más de 800 objetos culturales sacados ilegalmente del Perú serán repatriados en 2017. Ojo Público. 26 January.

Roban campana de iglesia en Villa de la Paz

Rosa María Morales (2017). Roban campana de iglesia en Villa de la Paz. Pulso SLP. 25 January.

Locals obstruct temple rebuilding, demand participatio

Gyan P Neupane (2017). Locals obstruct temple rebuilding, demand participatio. My Republica. 25 January.

बिहार में मंदिर से 11 कीमती मूर्तियों की चोरी

11 Precious Statues Stolen from Temple in Bihar

Samay Live (2017). बिहार में मंदिर से 11 कीमती मूर्तियों की चोरी. Samay Live. 25 January.

Historic lanterns stolen from Refai Mosque restored

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2017). Historic lanterns stolen from Refai Mosque restored. Egypt Independent. 25 January.

Temples, a new target for thieves

Santosh Sonawane (2017). Temples, a new target for thieves. The Times of India. 25 January.

Lamps stolen from Cairo's El-Refai Mosque recovered

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Lamps stolen from Cairo's El-Refai Mosque recovered. Ahram Online. 24 January.

Ancient Welby church banned from displaying 'tasteless' plaque thanking lottery windfall

Tom Mack (2017). Ancient Welby church banned from displaying 'tasteless' plaque thanking lottery windfall. Leicester Mercury. 23 January.

Roban y profanan imágenes de la Virgen y el Niño en ermita de Córdoba

Blanca Ruiz (2017). Roban y profanan imágenes de la Virgen y el Niño en ermita de Córdoba. ACI Prensa. 23 January.

Un ladrón llama al 112 tras caerse del tejado de la iglesia de San Pablo

A thief calls 112 after falling off the roof of the Church of San Pablo

El Periódico (2017). Un ladrón llama al 112 tras caerse del tejado de la iglesia de San Pablo. El Periódico. 22 January.

हनुमान मंदिर से चांदी के आभूषण चोरी, पुलिस ने प्रारंभ की जांच

Silver ornaments stolen from Hanuman Temple, police start investigation

Khaskhabar (2017). हनुमान मंदिर से चांदी के आभूषण चोरी, पुलिस ने प्रारंभ की जांच. Khaskhabar. 22 January.

Hindu Aikyavedi to protest theft of idol in Vaniyambalam temple

Express News Service (2017). Hindu Aikyavedi to protest theft of idol in Vaniyambalam temple. The New Indian Express. 21 January.

How Egypt is trying to stop looting at ancient mosques

Khalid Hassan (2017). How Egypt is trying to stop looting at ancient mosques. Al Monitor. 20 January.

Thieves steal lead from church roof

BBC News (2017). Thieves steal lead from church roof. BBC News. 19 January.

मंदिर से करोड़ों की मूर्ति चुरा ले गए चोर, नहीं ले जा पाए 'कृष्ण' की ये निशानी

Lord Krishna Statue Stolen from Temple in Varanasi

Dainik Bhaskar (2017). मंदिर से करोड़ों की मूर्ति चुरा ले गए चोर, नहीं ले जा पाए 'कृष्ण' की ये निशानी. Dainik Bhaskar. 19 January.

Aparece el 60%de las joyas robadas hace tres días a una hermandad de Parla

60%of stolen jewels reappear after three says at the hermitage of Parla

Tele Madrid (2017). Aparece el 60%de las joyas robadas hace tres días a una hermandad de Parla. Tele Madrid. 19 January.

Varias Iglesias instalan sistemas de seguridad por los robos

Churches install security systems because of robberies

Nueva Ciudad (2017). Varias Iglesias instalan sistemas de seguridad por los robos. Nueva Ciudad. 19 January.

वाराणसी में 150 साल पुरानी भगवान कृष्ण की मूर्ति चोरी

Varanasi: 150-year-old Lord Krishna Idol Stolen

Amar Ujala (2017). वाराणसी में 150 साल पुरानी भगवान कृष्ण की मूर्ति चोरी. Amar Ujala. 19 January.

Silver ornaments worth Rs. 5 lakh stolen from temple

The Hindu (2017). Silver ornaments worth Rs. 5 lakh stolen from temple. The Hindu. 19 January.

Ghost churches near Jordan River baptism site await reclamation

Ori Lewis (2017). Ghost churches near Jordan River baptism site await reclamation. Reuters. 18 January.

Cairo's Museum of Islamic Art to open Friday after two-year closure

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Cairo's Museum of Islamic Art to open Friday after two-year closure. Ahram Online. 18 January.

El Obispado de Cádiz afronta una multa por abandonar una iglesia paleocristiana

The bishopric of Cádiz faces fine for abandoning early Christian church

Jesús A. Cañas (2017). El Obispado de Cádiz afronta una multa por abandonar una iglesia paleocristiana. El País. 18 January.

2 Arrested for Stealing Silver Throne, Temple Donations

Gargi Verma (2017). 2 Arrested for Stealing Silver Throne, Temple Donations. Mumbai Mirror. 18 January.

2 arrested over Karave temple theft case

TNN (2017). 2 arrested over Karave temple theft case. The Times of India. 18 January.

Young church bell thieves fined, given suspended sentences

Matthew Agius (2017). Young church bell thieves fined, given suspended sentences. Malta Today. 17 January.

Hyderabad: Stolen antiques make their way back home

C. R. Gowri Shankar (2017). Hyderabad: Stolen antiques make their way back home. Deccan Chronicle. 16 January.

Australia returns three antiquities to India

Press Trust of India (2017). Australia returns three antiquities to India. The Times of India. 16 January.

मिंदर से लाख क मूत व दानपा चोरी

Asthadhatu idol and charity box stolen from temple

Patrika (2017). मिंदर से लाख क मूत व दानपा चोरी. Patrika. 15 January.

Official laments smuggling of invaluable Shia manuscripts

Mehr News Agency (2017). Official laments smuggling of invaluable Shia manuscripts. Mehr News Agency. 12 January.

Stolen Panchaloha idols seized from trio on bike

TNN (2017). Stolen Panchaloha idols seized from trio on bike. The Times of India. 12 January.

A prisión por robar un cáliz y dinero de la lotería de una iglesia de Onda

Prison for theft of a chalice and lottery money from an Onda church

El Mundo (2017). A prisión por robar un cáliz y dinero de la lotería de una iglesia de Onda. El Mundo. 11 January.

'Indian art awaits high scrutiny in Oz'

U Tejonmayam (2017). 'Indian art awaits high scrutiny in Oz'. The Times of India. 11 January.

Hyderabad: Thieves looting antiques without any fear of law

C R Gowri Shanker (2017). Hyderabad: Thieves looting antiques without any fear of law. Deccan Chronicle. 11 January.

Detenidos por robar en una iglesia de Onda

Arrests for theft in an Onda church

Paula Varella (2017). Detenidos por robar en una iglesia de Onda. Cadena Ser. 11 January.

Philip Johnson Chapel Vandalized in Dallas

Hrag Vartanian (2017). Philip Johnson Chapel Vandalized in Dallas. Hyperallergic. 10 January.

Two antique brass pots stolen from temple

The Star (2017). Two antique brass pots stolen from temple. The Star. 9 January.

Police recover most of stolen idols but culprits still at alarge

D B Buda (2017). Police recover most of stolen idols but culprits still at alarge. My Republica. 9 January.

How the estate of Thailand's missing 'Silk King' was among the winners of Reagan's 1986 Tax Reform Act

Helen Stoilas (2017). How the estate of Thailand's missing 'Silk King' was among the winners of Reagan's 1986 Tax Reform Act. The Art Newspaper. 9 January.

Emerald lingam stolen from TN temple for second time

J Shanmughasundaram (2017). Emerald lingam stolen from TN temple for second time. The Times of India. 9 January.

Police looking for Jumla's stolen idols arrest other criminals

D B Buda (2017). Police looking for Jumla's stolen idols arrest other criminals. My Republica. 7 January.

14 Chandannath idols recovered

L.P. Devkota (2017). 14 Chandannath idols recovered. The Kathmandu Post. 4 January.

Facebook sleuths bring home India's stolen idols

AFP (2017). Facebook sleuths bring home India's stolen idols. The Daily Mail. 3 January.

Meet the Indian art enthusiasts who are using Facebook to bring home stolen antiquities

AFP (2017). Meet the Indian art enthusiasts who are using Facebook to bring home stolen antiquities. The Economic Times. 3 January.

Khajuraho to get back 'Parrot Lady'

Rabindra Nath Choudhury (2017). Khajuraho to get back 'Parrot Lady'. Deccan Chronicle. 3 January.

2016 saw 3 UNESCO listings, return of stolen antiquities

Manoj Pokhriyal (2017). 2016 saw 3 UNESCO listings, return of stolen antiquities. Press Trust of India. 3 January.

Bringing the gods home

Saurav Karki (2017). Bringing the gods home. The Kathmandu Post. 3 January.

Thousands of pounds worth of damage caused to ancient church

Helen Machin (2017). Thousands of pounds worth of damage caused to ancient church. Tamworth Herald. 2 January.

Thieves get bright idea to steal six priceless Islamic lanterns from Cairo's Al Refai mosque

Nevine El-Aref (2017). Thieves get bright idea to steal six priceless Islamic lanterns from Cairo's Al Refai mosque. Albawaba. 2 January.

Cash, silver stolen from Ludhiana temple

TNN (2016). Cash, silver stolen from Ludhiana temple. The Times of India. 31 December.

PGR investiga robo de Niño Dios en iglesia de Tlaxcala

PGR investigating the theft of the Baby Jesus from the church of Tlaxcala

Antonio Morán (2016). PGR investiga robo de Niño Dios en iglesia de Tlaxcala. Televisa. 31 December.

राधा कृष्ण मंदिर हनुमान की मूर्ति चुरायी

Hanuman Idol Stolen

Live Hindustan (2016). राधा कृष्ण मंदिर हनुमान की मूर्ति चुरायी. Live Hindustan. 31 December.

Aurangzeb-era Quran stolen from Kashmir in 2003 may be with New Delhi museum, hints CBI

M. A. Parray (2016). Aurangzeb-era Quran stolen from Kashmir in 2003 may be with New Delhi museum, hints CBI. Kashmir Reader. 30 December.

Early Christian book shrine caused much soul searching

Fiona Gartland (2016). Early Christian book shrine caused much soul searching. The Irish Times. 29 December.

Roban imagen de Niño Jesús en Iglesia de la zona uno

Sculpture of the Baby Jesus stolen from church in zone one

Grecia Ortíz (2016). Roban imagen de Niño Jesús en Iglesia de la zona uno. La Hora. 28 December.

Statue Widely Ridiculed After Restoration Returned to Artist

Sarah Cascone (2016). Statue Widely Ridiculed After Restoration Returned to Artist. ArtNet News. 28 December.

Roban dos campanas de bronce de 500 kilos en una iglesia de Porto do Son, A Coruña

Two 500 kilo bronze bells stolen from the church of Porto do Son

Antena 3 (2016). Roban dos campanas de bronce de 500 kilos en una iglesia de Porto do Son, A Coruña. Antena 3. 28 December.

Obama declares Bears Ears National Monument in southern Utah

Brian Maffly (2016). Obama declares Bears Ears National Monument in southern Utah. The Salt Lake Tribune. 28 December.

Police find new lead on stolen idols from Jumla

Kamal Pariyar (2016). Police find new lead on stolen idols from Jumla. My Republica. 27 December.

Modern fight over ancient library

David Rising (2016). Modern fight over ancient library. The Journal Gazette. 27 December.

Una Hermandad de Guillena restituye la corona y el Niño Jesús robado para la Misa del Gallo

Brotherhood of Guillena restores the stolen crown and the Baby Jesus for midnight mass

F. Cabanillas (2016). Una Hermandad de Guillena restituye la corona y el Niño Jesús robado para la Misa del Gallo. Arahal Información. 27 December.

Subhash Kapoor remanded in Pazhavoor idol theft case

Pon Vasanth Arunchalam (2016). Subhash Kapoor remanded in Pazhavoor idol theft case. The Hindu. 27 December.

Indore: Theft at a temple at Subhash Chowk

TNN (2016). Indore: Theft at a temple at Subhash Chowk. The Times of India. 26 December.

Ancient idols of gods under serious threat in Nepal

Deepak Kharel (2016). Ancient idols of gods under serious threat in Nepal. My Republica. 26 December.

Pratyangira idol and two other artefacts back in India

TNN (2016). Pratyangira idol and two other artefacts back in India. The Times of India. 26 December.

Web of smugglers linked to New York art gallery

T.K. Rohit (2016). Web of smugglers linked to New York art gallery. The Hindu. 24 December.

Angkorian Artifact Dealer Arrested in New York

Ben Paviour (2016). Angkorian Artifact Dealer Arrested in New York. The Cambodia Daily. 23 December.

Art dealer Nancy Wiener who sold stolen Buddha to NGA arrested

Michaela Boland (2016). Art dealer Nancy Wiener who sold stolen Buddha to NGA arrested. The Australian. 22 December.

London church to be reunited with stolen 16th-century carving

Dalya Alberge (2016). London church to be reunited with stolen 16th-century carving. The Guardian. 21 December.

New York Art Dealer Charged With Trafficking Illegal Antiquities

Lisa Bannon (2016). New York Art Dealer Charged With Trafficking Illegal Antiquities. The Wall Street Journal. 21 December.

Prominent Antiquities Dealer Accused of Selling Stolen Artifacts

Tom Mashberg (2016). Prominent Antiquities Dealer Accused of Selling Stolen Artifacts. The New York Times. 21 December.

A Master Work, the Ghent Altarpiece, Reawakens Stroke by Stroke

Milan Schreuer (2016). A Master Work, the Ghent Altarpiece, Reawakens Stroke by Stroke. The New York Times. 19 December.

Roban arte sacro en iglesia del Barrio de "Jesús" de Acajete

Sacred art stole from church in the Jesús neighbourhood of Acejete

Carmen Flores (2016). Roban arte sacro en iglesia del Barrio de "Jesús" de Acajete. El Sol de Puebla. 19 December.

Two criminals held for damaging Jain Tirthankar's idol

The Times of India (2016). Two criminals held for damaging Jain Tirthankar's idol. The Times of India. 18 December.

Jain idol found broken in Rajgir temple

TNN (2016). Jain idol found broken in Rajgir temple. The Times of India. 18 December.

Hundreds of Historic Texts Hidden in ISIS-Occupied Monastery

Owen Jarus (2016). Hundreds of Historic Texts Hidden in ISIS-Occupied Monastery. Live Science. 16 December.

Mali declares archaeological emergency

FT (2016). Mali declares archaeological emergency. Financial Times. 14 December.

Police crack temple theft case, two held

CT Bureau (2016). Police crack temple theft case, two held. City Today. 13 December.

New Exhibition Shows Poland Using Jewish Gravestones to Build Walls, Sidewalks, Playgrounds

JNi.Media (2016). New Exhibition Shows Poland Using Jewish Gravestones to Build Walls, Sidewalks, Playgrounds. The Jewish Press. 13 December.

सुपौल: मंदिर से अष्टधातु की बहुमूल्य मूर्तियां चुरा ले गए चोर

Theft in Ramjanki temple in Supaul, three valuable sculptures stolen

Live Hindustan (2016). सुपौल: मंदिर से अष्टधातु की बहुमूल्य मूर्तियां चुरा ले गए चोर. Live Hindustan. 13 December.

Not allowed to pray, man steals Shivalinga

TNN (2016). Not allowed to pray, man steals Shivalinga. The Times of India. 13 December.

Filipino photographer's pagoda shoot prompts Facebook fury

Ei Ei Thu (2016). Filipino photographer's pagoda shoot prompts Facebook fury. Mayanmar Times. 13 December.

Piden a ladrones que devuelvan cuadro religioso

Thieves asked to return religious painting

Fátima Membreño (2016). Piden a ladrones que devuelvan cuadro religioso. La Prensa Grafica. 9 December.

Criminal network involved in idol smuggling unearthed

The Hindu (2016). Criminal network involved in idol smuggling unearthed. The Hindu. 9 December.

Lax security makes protected temples easy targets for thieves

Arun Devl (2016). Lax security makes protected temples easy targets for thieves. The Times of India. 8 December.

Theft of manuscript of Holy Quran

D. A. Rashid (2016). Theft of manuscript of Holy Quran. Greater Kashmir. 7 December.

Shashi Tharoor's Delhi home burgled, copper Gandhi glasses gifted by PM Modi stolen

Mahender Singh Manral (2016). Shashi Tharoor's Delhi home burgled, copper Gandhi glasses gifted by PM Modi stolen. The Indian Express. 7 December.

Stolen Buddhist painting to be returned to Korea

Sang-Un Kim (2016). Stolen Buddhist painting to be returned to Korea. The Dong-A Ilbo. 7 December.

Virgin Mary stolen from Helensville church

Danielle Clent (2016). Virgin Mary stolen from Helensville church. Stuff.co.nz. 6 December.

Idol thieves' gang busted, two arrested in Bhagalpur

TNN (2016). Idol thieves' gang busted, two arrested in Bhagalpur. The Times of India. 6 December.

Abren un boquete en la puerta de la capilla de San Antón, en Cedeira, para robar el cepillo

Hole opened in the door of the chapel of San Anton in Cedeira to rob the chapel

Ana F. Cuba (2016). Abren un boquete en la puerta de la capilla de San Antón, en Cedeira, para robar el cepillo. La Voz de Galicia. 6 December.

Pearce Leads Effort To Protect Tribal Artifacts

Office of Rep. Steve Pearce (2016). Pearce Leads Effort To Protect Tribal Artifacts. KRWG. 6 December.

Sacred Sites And Treaty Rights – The Dakota Access Backstory

Dan Kraker (2016). Sacred Sites And Treaty Rights – The Dakota Access Backstory. Inside Energy. 6 December.

'Stolen' Dattatreya idol found in wardrobe inside the temple

My Republica (2016). 'Stolen' Dattatreya idol found in wardrobe inside the temple. My Republica. 5 December.

Preservation of archaeological sites promotes tourism

APP (2016). Preservation of archaeological sites promotes tourism. The Nation. 5 December.

La Policía detiene a los presuntos autores del robo en la iglesia y la rectoral de Cea

Police arrested suspects in the robbery of the church and rectory of Cea

Faro de Vigo (2016). La Policía detiene a los presuntos autores del robo en la iglesia y la rectoral de Cea. Faro de Vigo. 5 December.

Man guilty of stealing Chester Cathedral's Greek Lazarus painting

BBC News (2016). Man guilty of stealing Chester Cathedral's Greek Lazarus painting. BBC News. 5 December.

Aboriginal art depicting Wandjina figure that sparked aliens theory to be reclaimed by traditional owners

Erin Parke (2016). Aboriginal art depicting Wandjina figure that sparked aliens theory to be reclaimed by traditional owners. ABC Australia. 4 December.

Four precious idols stolen from temple

Press Trust of India (2016). Four precious idols stolen from temple. Business Standard. 4 December.

Chandannath Temple Guthi committee, priest suspended

DB Buda (2016). Chandannath Temple Guthi committee, priest suspended. My Republica. 3 December.

Arrests confirm more thefts in NGA collection

Michaela Boland (2016). Arrests confirm more thefts in NGA collection. The Australian. 2 December.

Man 'stole' Chester Cathedral's Greek Lazarus painting

BBC News (2016). Man 'stole' Chester Cathedral's Greek Lazarus painting. BBC News. 30 November.

Man accused of stealing Chester Cathedral icon stands trial

Frances Barrett (2016). Man accused of stealing Chester Cathedral icon stands trial. The Chester Chronicle. 30 November.

2 Nepalese henchmen of idol racket kingpin held

Express News Service (2016). 2 Nepalese henchmen of idol racket kingpin held. The New Indian Express. 30 November.

Harn Museum turns over sculpture bought from alleged smuggler

Paige Fry (2016). Harn Museum turns over sculpture bought from alleged smuggler. Alligator. 30 November.

ICE HSI, Tamil Nadu Police arrest major India-based artifact smugglers

ICE (2016). ICE HSI, Tamil Nadu Police arrest major India-based artifact smugglers. ICE. 30 November.

Debate over whether Afghanistan's Buddhas should be reconstructed

Sky News (2016). Debate over whether Afghanistan's Buddhas should be reconstructed. Sky News. 30 November.

Khalanga shut for third day over temple robbery

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Khalanga shut for third day over temple robbery. The Kathmandu Post. 30 November.

4 idols stolen from TN temple seized, man, son arrested

TNN (2016). 4 idols stolen from TN temple seized, man, son arrested. The Times of India. 30 November.

Nalanda cops recover 3 stolen idols, arrest 1

TNN (2016). Nalanda cops recover 3 stolen idols, arrest 1. The Times of India. 30 November.

Dozens of rare Islamic books seized at Cairo Airport on way to Doha authentic

Nevine El-Aref (2016). Dozens of rare Islamic books seized at Cairo Airport on way to Doha authentic. Ahram Online. 30 November.

Onus on govt to trace idols of Thanjai temple

Express News Service (2016). Onus on govt to trace idols of Thanjai temple. The New Indian Express. 29 November.

Roban una reliquia del siglo XVI del Museo de Arte Sacro y la entregan a la Policía Local

Sixteenth century relic stolen from the Museum of Sacred Art and deliver to Local Police

David Gonzalez (2016). Roban una reliquia del siglo XVI del Museo de Arte Sacro y la entregan a la Policía Local. El Correo. 29 November.

कैला माता मंदिर से चुराया था सोने का त्रिशूल, पकड़े गए तीन चोर

Trident of gold stolen from the Kaila mata temple, three thieves caught

Khaskhabar (2016). कैला माता मंदिर से चुराया था सोने का त्रिशूल, पकड़े गए तीन चोर. Khaskhabar. 29 November.

Signs Of Hope: Ancient Relics Found In Monastery Destroyed By ISIS

Carey Lodge (2016). Signs Of Hope: Ancient Relics Found In Monastery Destroyed By ISIS. Christian Today. 29 November.

రాచకొండ సీతారామ స్వామి ఆలయంలో చోరీ

Idols theft at Racha Konda Seetaramaswamy Temple

Namasthetelangaana (2016). రాచకొండ సీతారామ స్వామి ఆలయంలో చోరీ. Namasthetelangaana. 29 November.

HC rejects plea to recover Raja Raja Cholan statue

The Hindu (2016). HC rejects plea to recover Raja Raja Cholan statue. The Hindu. 29 November.

Chandannath temple robbery: Jumla headquarters shut from past 3 days

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Chandannath temple robbery: Jumla headquarters shut from past 3 days. The Kathmandu Post. 29 November.

28 idols stolen from Chandannath Temple overnight

D B Buda (2016). 28 idols stolen from Chandannath Temple overnight. My Republica. 28 November.

28 ancient idols stolen from Chandannath

LP Devkota (2016). 28 ancient idols stolen from Chandannath. The Kathmandu Post. 28 November.

Madras High Court dismisses PIL for retrieval of ancient idols

Press Trust of India (2016). Madras High Court dismisses PIL for retrieval of ancient idols. The Indian Express. 28 November.

16 idols stolen from Jumla's Chandannath temple

The Kathmandu Post (2016). 16 idols stolen from Jumla's Chandannath temple. The Kathmandu Post. 27 November.

కోటప్పకొండపై నంది విగ్రహం అపహరణ... ఎందుకో తెలుసా...?

Nandi idol theft from Kotappa Konda Temple in Guntur District

Webdunia (2016). కోటప్పకొండపై నంది విగ్రహం అపహరణ... ఎందుకో తెలుసా...?. Webdunia. 26 November.

Huella de zapato delata a ladrones de corona de Virgen de Altagracia

Footprint of shoe betrays crown robbers of Virgen de Altagracia

Jesus Rivero (2016). Huella de zapato delata a ladrones de corona de Virgen de Altagracia. Panorama. 24 November.

Ten incidents of stolen relics strike Shanxi

Xu Shanshan (2016). Ten incidents of stolen relics strike Shanxi. ECNS. 23 November.

मंदिर से भगवान महावीर की 500 साल पुरानी मूर्ति चोरी, अष्टधातु की 11 अन्य चीजें भी गायब

500 Year Old Statues Stolen From The Temple

Patrika (2016). मंदिर से भगवान महावीर की 500 साल पुरानी मूर्ति चोरी, अष्टधातु की 11 अन्य चीजें भी गायब. Rajasthan Patrika. 23 November.

Retienen a hombre que intentó robar medalla a virgen en iglesia

Man tried to steal a virgin's medal in church

Emilio Fernandez (2016). Retienen a hombre que intentó robar medalla a virgen en iglesia. El Universal. 23 November.

Idol thief hires 5 in jail to snatch chains

TNN (2016). Idol thief hires 5 in jail to snatch chains. The Times of India. 23 November.

Roban la corona de la Virgen de Altagracia en Los Puertos

Crown of the Virgin of Altagracia in Los Puertos stolen

Noticia al dia (2016). Roban la corona de la Virgen de Altagracia en Los Puertos. Noticia al dia. 21 November.

Roban arte sacro a 26 iglesias cada semana en México: Diputada

Bajo Palabra (2016). Roban arte sacro a 26 iglesias cada semana en México: Diputada. Bajo Palabra. 21 November.

Veracruz entre los estado con mayor saquen de arte sacro

Veracruz between the states with the greatest sac of sacred art

Veracruzanos (2016). Veracruz entre los estado con mayor saquen de arte sacro. Veracruzanos. 21 November.

Trente ans aprés, le dénouement d'un vol rocambolesque d'albâtres précieux?

Thirty years later, the denouement of a fantastic flight of precious alabaster?

Le Point (2016). Trente ans aprés, le dénouement d'un vol rocambolesque d'albâtres précieux?. Le Point. 18 November.

Stealing Hosts for anti-Catholic art? Not illegal, Spanish judge says

CNA (2016). Stealing Hosts for anti-Catholic art? Not illegal, Spanish judge says. Catholic News Agency. 16 November.

Why retrieved antiquities should be sent back to place of origin

Sanjeev Sanyal (2016). Why retrieved antiquities should be sent back to place of origin. Hindustan Times. 16 November.

Stolen Indian idols to be brought to National Museum from Australia

The Times of India (2016). Stolen Indian idols to be brought to National Museum from Australia. The Times of India. 16 November.

Iraqi forces take Nimrud from IS: why are its artefacts so significant?

SBS (2016). Iraqi forces take Nimrud from IS: why are its artefacts so significant?. SBS. 14 November.

HC grants time to CBI in Quran theft case

Daily Excelsior (2016). HC grants time to CBI in Quran theft case. Daily Excelsior. 13 November.

Tourists disappointed on not finding antique idols in Baijnath temples

Seema Sharmal (2016). Tourists disappointed on not finding antique idols in Baijnath temples. The Times of India. 13 November.

Silver artefact stolen from Karave temple

George Mendonca (2016). Silver artefact stolen from Karave temple. The Times of India. 12 November.

'Gospel of Jesus' Wife' Researcher Says Frenzy Distracts from Larger Issues

Bonnie K. Bennett (2016). 'Gospel of Jesus' Wife' Researcher Says Frenzy Distracts from Larger Issues. The Harvard Crimson. 10 November.

Recuperados el sagrario y el copón sustraídos de la iglesia de Polloe

Tabernacle and ciborium stolen from Polloe church recovered

El Diario Vasco (2016). Recuperados el sagrario y el copón sustraídos de la iglesia de Polloe. El Diario Vasco. 10 November.

Roban dos tallas de los siglos XVI y XVIII en la iglesia de Villaldavín

Carved sculptures from the 16th and 18th centuries stolen from the church of Villaldavín

El Norte de Castilla (2016). Roban dos tallas de los siglos XVI y XVIII en la iglesia de Villaldavín. El Norte de Castilla. 8 November.

Dutch court reportedly issues notice to collector of mummified statue

Li Yan (2016). Dutch court reportedly issues notice to collector of mummified statue. ECNS. 8 November.

Donation boxes, ornaments stolen from temple near Lonavla

The Times of India (2016). Donation boxes, ornaments stolen from temple near Lonavla. The Times of India. 8 November.

जैन मंदिर से चोरी हुईं 500 साल पुरानी मूर्तियां बरामद, दो बदमाश गिरफ्तार

500-year old sculptures stolen from Jain Temple recovered

Dainik Bhaskar (2016). जैन मंदिर से चोरी हुईं 500 साल पुरानी मूर्तियां बरामद, दो बदमाश गिरफ्तार. Dainik Bhaskar. 8 November.

Savina Jain Temple theft case solved, Culprits nabbed

Udaipur Times (2016). Savina Jain Temple theft case solved, Culprits nabbed. Udaipur Times. 8 November.

Minister vows tough control on cultural heritage after fire damages ancient Vardzia frescos

Agenda News (2016). Minister vows tough control on cultural heritage after fire damages ancient Vardzia frescos. Agenda News. 7 November.

बालाजी धाम मंदिर से चांदी के छत्र के साथ 7 मुकुट चोरी

Silver crown and parasol stolen from Balaji Dham temple

Hindustan Hindi News (2016). बालाजी धाम मंदिर से चांदी के छत्र के साथ 7 मुकुट चोरी. Hindustan Hindi News. 7 November.

Historic painting looted from church in Italy destroyed by earthquake

Allen Cone (2016). Historic painting looted from church in Italy destroyed by earthquake. UPI. 7 November.

Temple theft: Cops recover crown, arrest 3

TNN (2016). Temple theft: Cops recover crown, arrest 3. The Times of India. 7 November.

Iconic Buddha in Swat valley restored after nine years when Taliban defaced it

Fazal Khaliq (2016). Iconic Buddha in Swat valley restored after nine years when Taliban defaced it. Dawn. 7 November.

'Lead Sea Scrolls' row reopened

Richard Brooks (2016). 'Lead Sea Scrolls' row reopened. The Sunday Times. 6 November.

Police Search For Man Who Stole Scepter, Other Items From Brooklyn Church

CBS (2016). Police Search For Man Who Stole Scepter, Other Items From Brooklyn Church. CBS. 6 November.

A temple in the heart of Capital remains in ruins

Anup Ojha (2016). A temple in the heart of Capital remains in ruins. The Kathmandu Post. 6 November.

Palestinians make a play for Dead Sea Scrolls at UNESCO

Tovah Lazaroff (2016). Palestinians make a play for Dead Sea Scrolls at UNESCO. The Jerusalem Post. 6 November.

Lakshmi idol recovered from mosque in Bangladesh, another temple torched

IANS (2016). Lakshmi idol recovered from mosque in Bangladesh, another temple torched. Business Standard. 5 November.

Obras de arte en 'busca y captura'

Works of art in 'search and capture'

Carlos Fonesca (2016). Obras de arte en 'busca y captura'. Voz Populi. 5 November.

Se robaron tres coronas de la Virgen

Three crowns of the Virgin stolen

El Tiempo (2016). Se robaron tres coronas de la Virgen. El Tiempo. 4 November.

14th century Italian manuscript transferred to ICE following probe

ICE (2016). 14th century Italian manuscript transferred to ICE following probe. ICE. 4 November.

Cleveland Museum of Art gives back manuscript page illegally cut from book in Italy

Steven Litt (2016). Cleveland Museum of Art gives back manuscript page illegally cut from book in Italy. Cleveland.com. 4 November.

Gold ornaments of Kali idol stolen in Ctg

FM Mizanur Rahaman (2016). Gold ornaments of Kali idol stolen in Ctg. Dhaka Tribune. 3 November.

Cops seize stolen Salt Lake idol on its way to Chandernagore

Tamaghna Banerjee (2016). Cops seize stolen Salt Lake idol on its way to Chandernagore. The Times of India. 1 November.

Idol wing police to seek French assistance in probe

R. Sivaraman (2016). Idol wing police to seek French assistance in probe. The Hindu. 1 November.

Crown worth 4 Lakh stolen in Bagulamukhi temple

TNN (2016). Crown worth 4 Lakh stolen in Bagulamukhi temple. The Times of India. 29 October.

Idol smuggler's grandson in DRI net, antiques seized

Express News Service (2016). Idol smuggler's grandson in DRI net, antiques seized. The New Indian Express. 28 October.

Pondy art galleries under scanner after idol theft

Bosco Dominique (2016). Pondy art galleries under scanner after idol theft. The Times of India. 28 October.

पाकुड़ में चौथी बार एक ही मंदिर में हुई चोरी, चुराए मां काली के गहने

Thieves steal ornames of idol in Pakur

Live Hindustan (2016). पाकुड़ में चौथी बार एक ही मंदिर में हुई चोरी, चुराए मां काली के गहने. Live Hindustan. 27 October.

Smuggling racket busted, 11 idols seized

S Prasad (2016). Smuggling racket busted, 11 idols seized. The Hindu. 27 October.

Idol smuggler held, eleven panchaloha idols recovered

TNN (2016). Idol smuggler held, eleven panchaloha idols recovered. The Times of India. 27 October.

Temple doors found open but all valuables intact

TNN (2016). Temple doors found open but all valuables intact. The Times of India. 27 October.

A goodwill gesture: India loans ancient statue to Bhutan

Gargi Gupta (2016). A goodwill gesture: India loans ancient statue to Bhutan. DNA. 27 October.

Smuggler's aide held in idol theft case

The Hindu (2016). Smuggler's aide held in idol theft case. The Hindu. 26 October.

Thieves steal idols, jewels from 3 temples

TNN (2016). Thieves steal idols, jewels from 3 temples. The Times of India. 26 October.

Ancient idols worth Rs 50 crore seized, 1 held

Web India 123 (2016). Ancient idols worth Rs 50 crore seized, 1 held. Web India 123. 26 October.

Theft at Savina Jain Temple, Precious idols stolen

Udaipur Times (2016). Theft at Savina Jain Temple, Precious idols stolen. Udaipur Times. 25 October.

Italian Preservationists Save 900 Artworks From the Ruins of Earthquake-Struck Amatrice

Danny Lewis (2016). Italian Preservationists Save 900 Artworks From the Ruins of Earthquake-Struck Amatrice. Smithsonian. 25 October.

Culture Held Captive—Tribal Members Want Patrimony Returned

Stephanie Woodard (2016). Culture Held Captive—Tribal Members Want Patrimony Returned. Indian Country Today. 24 October.

These Sifrei Torah made it through hard times in Poland, Iraq, Portugal, Russia and elsewhere, before being reborn in new communities.

The Jerusalem Post (2016). These Sifrei Torah made it through hard times in Poland, Iraq, Portugal, Russia and elsewhere, before being reborn in new communities.. The Jerusalem Post. 24 October.

'Destroying damaged ancient sculptures a crime'

TNN (2016). 'Destroying damaged ancient sculptures a crime'. The Times of India. 24 October.

Stolen Jesus head returned to Sudbury church

Inside Ottawa Valley (2016). Stolen Jesus head returned to Sudbury church. Inside Ottawa Valley. 23 October.

Baby Jesus statue in Canada turns heads with artists' 'shocking' restoration

Ashifa Kassam (2016). Baby Jesus statue in Canada turns heads with artists' 'shocking' restoration. The Guardian. 20 October.

Israel's antiquities chief compares UNESCO to Islamic State

Ilan Ben Zion (2016). Israel's antiquities chief compares UNESCO to Islamic State. The Times of Israel. 20 October.

Four sent to judicial custody for stealing 4-century-old Buddha idols

The Himalayan Times (2016). Four sent to judicial custody for stealing 4-century-old Buddha idols. The Himalayan Times. 19 October.

Udall Leads Senate Hearing On Action To Prevent Theft, Illegal Possession, Sale Of Tribal Cultural Items

Chris Clark (2016). Udall Leads Senate Hearing On Action To Prevent Theft, Illegal Possession, Sale Of Tribal Cultural Items. Los Alamos Daily Post. 19 October.

Loopholes in U.S. Laws Allow Trafficking in Sacred Tribal Artifacts

Mary Hudez (2016). Loopholes in U.S. Laws Allow Trafficking in Sacred Tribal Artifacts. AllGov. 19 October.

Arrested men smuggled many idols out of TN: Police

TNN (2016). Arrested men smuggled many idols out of TN: Police. The Times of India. 19 October.

Police arrest five for theft at Kateel temple priest's house

Deccan Herald (2016). Police arrest five for theft at Kateel temple priest's house. Deccan Herald. 18 October.

Idol case: Four arrested in Ramanathapuram

The Hindu (2016). Idol case: Four arrested in Ramanathapuram. The Hindu. 18 October.

U.S. Senators are pushing for Native American Artifact legislation

Justin Matthews (2016). U.S. Senators are pushing for Native American Artifact legislation. KOAT. 18 October.

Why India Must Counter The Heritage Plunder

Creative India (2016). Why India Must Counter The Heritage Plunder. Swarajya Magazine. 18 October.

Roban ornamentos religiosos y joyas en la iglesia de Santa María en Ocaña

Religious ornaments and jewellery stolen from the church of Santa María in Ocaña

ABC España (2016). Roban ornamentos religiosos y joyas en la iglesia de Santa María en Ocaña. ABC España. 18 October.

Police crack 4-yr-old temple theft case, 2 held

TNN (2016). Police crack 4-yr-old temple theft case, 2 held. The Times of India. 17 October.

AGNSW's Indian sculptures feared stolen

Michaela Boland (2016). AGNSW's Indian sculptures feared stolen. The Australian. 17 October.

Maninag temple heist: Stolen jewellery found

Orissa Post (2016). Maninag temple heist: Stolen jewellery found. Orissa Post. 16 October.

Mystery shrouds emerald lingam robbery

Ajay Kanth (2016). Mystery shrouds emerald lingam robbery. The New Indian Express. 15 October.

Reclaiming our Gods: Why India must reverse the plunder of its artistic heritage

S. Vijay Kumar (2016). Reclaiming our Gods: Why India must reverse the plunder of its artistic heritage. DNA. 15 October.

Why has idol theft been neglected?

Donna Yates (2016). Why has idol theft been neglected?. DNA. 15 October.

Roban campana a templo católico en Santiago

Bell stolen from Catholic church in Santiago

Ricardo Rodríguez Rosa (2016). Roban campana a templo católico en Santiago. Diario Digital. 14 October.

Friday essay: war crimes and the many threats to cultural heritag

Ian Lilley (2016). Friday essay: war crimes and the many threats to cultural heritag. The Conversation. 14 October.

Why thieves have and continue to walk away with India's antiques

Gargi Gupta (2016). Why thieves have and continue to walk away with India's antiques. DNA. 14 October.

Roban la campana de la iglesia de Quintana del Pino

Loreto Velázquez (2016). Roban la campana de la iglesia de Quintana del Pino. El Correo De Burgos. 14 October.

Explainer: The NGA looted antiquities scandal

The Australian (2016). Explainer: The NGA looted antiquities scandal. The Australian. 14 October.

Trafficking is neglected because people associate antiquities with Egypt, Greece, Rome. Only recently India

Donna Yates (2016). Trafficking is neglected because people associate antiquities with Egypt, Greece, Rome. Only recently India. DNA. 14 October.

Suman ocho robos a iglesias de la región de Tecamachalco

Eight robberies in churches in the region of Tecamachalco

Javier Rodríguez (2016). Suman ocho robos a iglesias de la región de Tecamachalco. Diario Cambio. 13 October.

Roban arte sacro en Tecamachalco

Sacred art stolen in Tecamachalco

José Sánchez (2016). Roban arte sacro en Tecamachalco. El Popular. 12 October.

Emerald lingam missing from TN temple locker

TNN (2016). Emerald lingam missing from TN temple locker. The Times of India. 12 October.

Are These New Dead Sea Scrolls the Real Thing?

Owen Jarus (2016). Are These New Dead Sea Scrolls the Real Thing?. Live Science. 10 October.

Buddha stolen from Me So Pagoda returned

Vietnam Net (2016). Buddha stolen from Me So Pagoda returned. Vietnam Net. 10 October.

Heritage crimes: Let's get our past back

Anuraag Saxena (2016). Heritage crimes: Let's get our past back. Sunday Guardian Live. 9 October.

Temple politics in Kullu

Dipender Manta (2016). Temple politics in Kullu. The Tribune. 9 October.

Thieves target Khermai temple, decamp with jewellery worth 1.5 lakh

The Hitavada (2016). Thieves target Khermai temple, decamp with jewellery worth 1.5 lakh. The Hitavada. 8 October.

"La corona ya no está en Tabasco"

"The Crown is not in Tabasco"

José Vázquez (2016). "La corona ya no está en Tabasco". Tabasco Hoy. 7 October.

Nine suspects charged with smuggling rare Torah manuscripts into Israel

Al-Masry Al-Youm (2016). Nine suspects charged with smuggling rare Torah manuscripts into Israel. Egypt Independent. 7 October.

Debate simmers over name of Devils Tower monument in Wyoming

Bob Moen (2016). Debate simmers over name of Devils Tower monument in Wyoming. Casper Star Tribune. 7 October.

Damaged Bagan Temples Under Detailed Assessment

Tin Htet Paing (2016). Damaged Bagan Temples Under Detailed Assessment. The Irrawaddy. 6 October.

Raiders of the Lost Archive: How Newly Discovered Manuscripts of Afghanistan Ended Up in Israel

Michael Press (2016). Raiders of the Lost Archive: How Newly Discovered Manuscripts of Afghanistan Ended Up in Israel. Hyperallergic. 5 October.

Statue stolen from ancient pagoda

Vietnam Net (2016). Statue stolen from ancient pagoda. Vietnam Net. 4 October.

Heritage for sale: Stop the loot of India's past

Anuraag Saxena (2016). Heritage for sale: Stop the loot of India's past. Sunday Guardian Live. 4 October.

Idols, donation box stolen from Jain temple in Mumbai

Anurag Kamble (2016). Idols, donation box stolen from Jain temple in Mumbai. Mid-day. 4 October.

Cultural ownership and responsibility is not just a fad

Esther Anatolitis (2016). Cultural ownership and responsibility is not just a fad. Eureka Street. 3 October.

India needs to bring heritage-criminals to justice

Anuraag Saxena (2016). India needs to bring heritage-criminals to justice. Sunday Guardian Live. 3 October.

Art detectives track down stolen 12th-century Indian sculpture

Richard Morris (2016). Art detectives track down stolen 12th-century Indian sculpture. India GB News. 3 October.

Congress Condemns Trafficking of Native American Objects

Laura Morales (2016). Congress Condemns Trafficking of Native American Objects. Arizona Public Media. 3 October.

Four Panchaloha idols stolen from temple

Web India 123 (2016). Four Panchaloha idols stolen from temple. Web India 123. 1 October.

Es un sacrilegio: Diócesis

Crystyan Vinagre (2016). Es un sacrilegio: Diócesis. Tabasco Hoy. 1 October.

Five stolen Tamil Nadu idols in Oz on radar for return

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2016). Five stolen Tamil Nadu idols in Oz on radar for return. The Times of India. 1 October.

India takes possession of stolen 12th-century Brahma sculpture

Eastern Eye (2016). India takes possession of stolen 12th-century Brahma sculpture. Eastern Eye. 1 October.

Spanish thieves find easy source of loot: unprotected churches

Jordi Pérez Colomé (2016). Spanish thieves find easy source of loot: unprotected churches. El País. 30 September.

Se roban una virgen en municipio de Ocotepeque

Virgin stolen from the municipality of Ocotepeque

Ariel Trigueros (2016). Se roban una virgen en municipio de Ocotepeque. Tiempo. 30 September.

When Art Thieves Target Treasures In Churches

Tobias Heimbach (2016). When Art Thieves Target Treasures In Churches. World Crunch. 30 September.

Roban corona de Virgen de la Asunción

Crown of the Virgen de la Asunción stolen

Leobardo Pérez Marín (2016). Roban corona de Virgen de la Asunción. El Universal. 30 September.

Russian collector repatriates 17th-century icon to Yaroslavl church

Sophia Kishkovsky (2016). Russian collector repatriates 17th-century icon to Yaroslavl church. The Art Newspaper. 30 September.

Temple looted

The Hindu (2016). Temple looted. The Hindu. 29 September.

Theft in Hebri temple

The Hindu (2016). Theft in Hebri temple. The Hindu. 29 September.

Feds 'Paying a Lot of Attention' to International Repatriations; Is It Enough?

Kim Baca (2016). Feds 'Paying a Lot of Attention' to International Repatriations; Is It Enough?. Indian Country Today. 28 September.

Una carta anónima desvela el robo de cuatro campanas en la Casa del Chavo

An anonymous letter reveals the theft of four bells from the Casa del Chavo C

Javier Martínez (2016). Una carta anónima desvela el robo de cuatro campanas en la Casa del Chavo. Las Provincias. 27 September.

Un tapiz robado multiplica por diez su precio tras 'perder' el nombre

A stolen tapestry that's price multiplied by ten after 'losing' its name.

Eduardo Bayona (2016). Un tapiz robado multiplica por diez su precio tras 'perder' el nombre. Publico. 25 September.

Roban campana en Huichapan

Bell stolen in Huichapan

El Sol de Hidalgo (2016). Roban campana en Huichapan. El Sol de Hidalgo. 25 September.

The ghost of Vaman Ghiya is rising

Vijay Kumar (2016). The ghost of Vaman Ghiya is rising. DNA. 24 September.

Art of the past

Zainab Fakhar (2016). Art of the past. Pakistan Today. 24 September.

Theft of Aurangzeb-era Quran: HC orders CBI prob

M. A. Parray (2016). Theft of Aurangzeb-era Quran: HC orders CBI prob. Kashmir Reader. 22 September.

Youth arrested for thefts in 8 temples

TNN (2016). Youth arrested for thefts in 8 temples. The Times of India. 21 September.

Buddha statue theft from temple treated as hate crime

Jenny Thomson (2016). Buddha statue theft from temple treated as hate crime. STV. 20 September.

City cops nab gang involved in 13 temple thefts in Karnataka

Nishikant Karlikar (2016). City cops nab gang involved in 13 temple thefts in Karnataka. The Times of India. 16 September.

Preventing the plunder of Asean's heritage

Curtis S. Chin (2016). Preventing the plunder of Asean's heritage. The Straits Times. 16 September.

Se salvó gran parte de obras de arte más importantes de San Sebastián

Large portion of the most important works of art of San Sebastián saved.

Andina (2016). Se salvó gran parte de obras de arte más importantes de San Sebastián. Andina. 16 September.

Sector Cultura adopta medidas urgentes tras incendio en iglesia de San Sebastián

Cultural sector adopts emergency measures after the fire in the San Sebastián church

Radio Nacional (2016). Sector Cultura adopta medidas urgentes tras incendio en iglesia de San Sebastián. Radio Nacional. 16 September.

5 members of gang involved in temple thefts in Karnataka held

Press Trust of India (2016). 5 members of gang involved in temple thefts in Karnataka held. India Today. 15 September.

An 18th-Century Temple Buddha Painting Returns to Korea after an Epic Journey

Alexxa Gotthardt (2016). An 18th-Century Temple Buddha Painting Returns to Korea after an Epic Journey. Artsy. 15 September.

Yobs 'mindlessly' smash historic stained-glass window in 12th-century Rye church

Adrian Imms (2016). Yobs 'mindlessly' smash historic stained-glass window in 12th-century Rye church. The Argus. 15 September.

Bring back vigango to their rightful locations

Nancy Jumwa Ngowa (2016). Bring back vigango to their rightful locations. Daily Nation. 14 September.

Roban medallas de la Virgen en la iglesia de Zumpango

Medals of the Virgin of the church of Zumpango robbed

El Siglo de Torreón (2016). Roban medallas de la Virgen en la iglesia de Zumpango. El Siglo de Torreón. 14 September.

B.C. allocates $2 million for First Nations repatriation efforts

CBC (2016). B.C. allocates $2 million for First Nations repatriation efforts. CBC. 13 September.

Vandals daub bizarre message on cathedral's 900 year old walls

The Plymouth Herald (2016). Vandals daub bizarre message on cathedral's 900 year old walls. Plymouth Herald. 13 September.

Rani Pokhari reconstruction to resume this week

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Rani Pokhari reconstruction to resume this week. The Kathmandu Post. 12 September.

Robo de figuras religiosas: PDI da consejos para facilitar la búsqueda de piezas valiosas

Theft of religious statues: PDI gives suggestions to help facilitate the locating of valuable pieces

Lilian Olivares (2016). Robo de figuras religiosas: PDI da consejos para facilitar la búsqueda de piezas valiosas. Economía y Negocios. 11 September.

25 kilo laddu stolen from Ganesh pandal

Mahesh Buddil (2016). 25 kilo laddu stolen from Ganesh pandal. The Times of India. 10 September.

Thieves break into temple, steal antiques worth crores

TNN (2016). Thieves break into temple, steal antiques worth crores. The Times of India. 10 September.

Raghunath Trust to strengthen security & management shrine: CM

M. L. Verma (2016). Raghunath Trust to strengthen security & management shrine: CM. Himvani. 9 September.

US Judge Approves Warrant for Acoma Shield Listed for Sale by Paris Auction House

Allison Meier (2016). US Judge Approves Warrant for Acoma Shield Listed for Sale by Paris Auction House. Hyperallergic. 7 September.

15 ancient pagodas in Bagan suffer severe damage

Eleven (2016). 15 ancient pagodas in Bagan suffer severe damage. Eleven. 6 September.

Roban copones con hostias consagradas de iglesia en Bucaramanga

Cups and consecrated hosts stolen from church in Bucaramanga

Vanguardia (2016). Roban copones con hostias consagradas de iglesia en Bucaramanga. Vanguardia. 6 September.

Roban figuras religiosas desde iglesia jesuita en Calera de Tango

Religious statues stolen from the Jesuit church in Calera de Tango

24 Horas (2016). Roban figuras religiosas desde iglesia jesuita en Calera de Tango. 24 Horas. 4 September.

UNESCO Director-General condemns the destruction of a 9th century old mosque of Bani Matar in Yemen

UNESCO (2016). UNESCO Director-General condemns the destruction of a 9th century old mosque of Bani Matar in Yemen. Malaysia Sun. 4 September.

Santa Fe art dealer, Harvard reach deal over book's photos

Anne Constable (2016). Santa Fe art dealer, Harvard reach deal over book's photos. Santa Fe New Mexican. 4 September.

200-year-old priceless bibles returned to church after break-in

Ben Philip (2016). 200-year-old priceless bibles returned to church after break-in. Daily Record. 3 September.

Robo frustrado de noche en la iglesia de Santa María de Laredo

Theft thwarted in the night at the church of Santa María de Laredo

Abel Verano (2016). Robo frustrado de noche en la iglesia de Santa María de Laredo. El Diario Montañes. 3 September.

Federal judge in Oregon standoff case rules on what evidence can be introduced at trial

Maxine Bernstein (2016). Federal judge in Oregon standoff case rules on what evidence can be introduced at trial. Oregon Live. 2 September.

Mystery of the missing Mary: Police recover church's stolen statue in river

Edward Damon (2016). Mystery of the missing Mary: Police recover church's stolen statue in river. The Berkshire Eagle. 2 September.

Robaron la corona de la Virgen de Peña en Tartagal

The crown of the Virgen de Peña stolen in Tartagal

El Tribuno (2016). Robaron la corona de la Virgen de Peña en Tartagal. El Tribuno. 1 September.

Stolen Buddhist painting to be returned from U.S.

Yonhap News Agency (2016). Stolen Buddhist painting to be returned from U.S.. Yonhap News Agency. 1 September.

Roban las joyas de la Virgen en la ermita de Tiagua

Jewels of the Virgin of the hermitage of Tiagua stolen

La Voz de Lanzarote (2016). Roban las joyas de la Virgen en la ermita de Tiagua. La Voz de Lanzarote. 1 September.

Unesco concerned about inappropriate rebuilding of Ranipokhari

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Unesco concerned about inappropriate rebuilding of Ranipokhari. The Kathmandu Post. 1 September.

Bagan pagodas to be repaired in 7-step process

Eleven (2016). Bagan pagodas to be repaired in 7-step process. Eleven. 31 August.

Judge OKs return of Native American shield sent to Paris

Mary Hudetz (2016). Judge OKs return of Native American shield sent to Paris. Las Cruces Sun-News. 31 August.

11th century Bible recovered in central Turkey

Daily Sabah (2016). 11th century Bible recovered in central Turkey. Daily Sabah. 30 August.

Udupi: Valuables stolen from Mukhyaprana temple

Daijiworld Media Network (2016). Udupi: Valuables stolen from Mukhyaprana temple. Daijiworld. 30 August.

Burglars steal 13 brass bells from century-old temple

The Times of India (2016). Burglars steal 13 brass bells from century-old temple. The Times of India. 30 August.

Balgopaleshwar Temple reconstruction suspended

My Republica (2016). Balgopaleshwar Temple reconstruction suspended. My Republica. 30 August.

Denuncian robos sacrílegos en el templo Santa Catalina de Juliaca

Sacrilegious theft in the Santa Catalina temple in Juliaca denounced

Correo Punto (2016). Denuncian robos sacrílegos en el templo Santa Catalina de Juliaca. Diario Correo. 30 August.

Juliaca: perpetran nuevo robo sacrílego en Templo Santa Catalina

Juliaca: New sacrilegious robbery perpetrated in Santa Catalina temple

Redacción (2016). Juliaca: perpetran nuevo robo sacrílego en Templo Santa Catalina. RPP. 29 August.

The earthquake aftermath: 'Don't rush with restoration'

Libby Hogan (2016). The earthquake aftermath: 'Don't rush with restoration'. DVB. 29 August.

Bid to steal panchaloha idols from temple

The Hindu (2016). Bid to steal panchaloha idols from temple. The Hindu. 29 August.

Jharkhand: Authorities ensure Rs 2,500-cr Krishna idol is guarded well

B. Vijay Murty (2016). Jharkhand: Authorities ensure Rs 2,500-cr Krishna idol is guarded well. Hindustan Times. 26 August.

Roban valiosos objetos de la iglesia de Taurisma

RPP (2016). Roban valiosos objetos de la iglesia de Taurisma. RPP. 25 August.

Bagan After the Quake: Concerns Over Manhandling of Debris

Zarni Mann (2016). Bagan After the Quake: Concerns Over Manhandling of Debris. The Irrawaddy. 25 August.

Myanmar President Visits Bagan to Survey Quake-Damaged Pagodas

Radio Free Asia (2016). Myanmar President Visits Bagan to Survey Quake-Damaged Pagodas. Radio Free Asia. 25 August.

Assisi basilica declared safe after fatal earthquake strikes central Italy

Hannah McGivern (2016). Assisi basilica declared safe after fatal earthquake strikes central Italy. The Art Newspaper. 24 August.

Missing Torahs at Jersey City synagogue after back-to-back burglaries

Terrence T. McDonald (2016). Missing Torahs at Jersey City synagogue after back-to-back burglaries. NJ.com. 24 August.

Myanmar earthquake kills three, damages scores of ancient temples

Shwe Yee Saw Myint (2016). Myanmar earthquake kills three, damages scores of ancient temples. Reuters. 24 August.

Another artifact at US museum 'may have been stolen'

Ploenpote Atthakor (2016). Another artifact at US museum 'may have been stolen'. Bangkok Post. 24 August.

Sacred Maori paintings taken from King Country trust boardroom

The New Zealand Herald (2016). Sacred Maori paintings taken from King Country trust boardroom. The New Zealand Herald. 23 August.

'Need to sensitise law enforcement agencies on heritage'

The Hindu (2016). 'Need to sensitise law enforcement agencies on heritage'. The Hindu. 23 August.

Action urged for Yama lintel return

Ploenpote Atthakor (2016). Action urged for Yama lintel return. Bangkok Post. 23 August.

SF church's holy relic stolen

Steve Rubenstein (2016). SF church's holy relic stolen. SFGate. 22 August.

Yaguarón: Rescatan candelabros robados del templo

Yugarón: Candelabras stolen from church returned

Ultima Hora (2016). Yaguarón: Rescatan candelabros robados del templo. Ultima Hora. 22 August.

Gold chains worth Rs 2.5 lakh stolen from deity of Bhadrachalam temple

B. Satyanarayana Reddy (2016). Gold chains worth Rs 2.5 lakh stolen from deity of Bhadrachalam temple. The New Indian Express. 22 August.

Police recover 400-yr old stolen idols, ornaments

The Kathmandu Post (2016). Police recover 400-yr old stolen idols, ornaments. The Kathmandu Post. 21 August.

Burglars strike in temple; loot gold, silver and cash

The Hindu (2016). Burglars strike in temple; loot gold, silver and cash. The Hindu. 21 August.

6 panchaloha idols stolen from Tiruvotriyur temple

The Hindu (2016). 6 panchaloha idols stolen from Tiruvotriyur temple. The Hindu. 21 August.

Commentary: U.S. must help safeguard tribal patrimony

Martin Heinrich (2016). Commentary: U.S. must help safeguard tribal patrimony. Santa Fe New Mexican. 20 August.

El hermano mayor de la Fe da por perdidas las 37 piezas de joyería robadas pese a la detención del ladrón

The head of La Hermandad de la Fe give up as lost 37 pieces of jewellery stolen, despite the arrest of the thief

Europa Press (2016). El hermano mayor de la Fe da por perdidas las 37 piezas de joyería robadas pese a la detención del ladrón. La Informacion. 20 August.

Burglars steal brass from altar of Shipley church

Steve Wright (2016). Burglars steal brass from altar of Shipley church. Telegraph & Argus. 19 August.

Police appeal for information following silver theft from Gloucestershire church

Alex Capon (2016). Police appeal for information following silver theft from Gloucestershire church. Antiques Trade Gazette. 19 August.

Brass ornaments stolen from Chelmondiston Church

Ellis Barker (2016). Brass ornaments stolen from Chelmondiston Church. East Anglian Daily Times. 19 August.

Por qué es fácil robar obras de arte en Córdoba

Why is it easy to steal artworks in Córdoba

Sergio Carreras (2016). Por qué es fácil robar obras de arte en Córdoba. La Voz. 16 August.

Our Prayers Are Answered as Beast Jesus Stars in a Comic Opera

Claire Voon (2016). Our Prayers Are Answered as Beast Jesus Stars in a Comic Opera. Hyperallergic. 15 August.

Tacna: Desconocidos vuelven a profanar huaca San Antonio y se llevan vestigios pre incas

Tacna: Unknown people desecrate huaca San Antonio again and takepre-Inca remains

Redacción Multimedia (2016). Tacna: Desconocidos vuelven a profanar huaca San Antonio y se llevan vestigios pre incas. Diario Correo. 15 August.

Polynesian sculpture admired by Picasso and Henry Moore far older than previously thought

Martin Bailey (2016). Polynesian sculpture admired by Picasso and Henry Moore far older than previously thought. The Art Newspaper. 15 August.

Temple managements told to tighten security

The Hindu (2016). Temple managements told to tighten security. The Hindu. 15 August.

Opposing Corporate Theft of Mayan Textiles, Weavers Appeal to Guatemala's High Court

Jeff Abbott (2016). Opposing Corporate Theft of Mayan Textiles, Weavers Appeal to Guatemala's High Court. Truthout. 14 August.

Cathedral locking its doors between Masses in response to crime

Madeline Fox (2016). Cathedral locking its doors between Masses in response to crime. The Wichita Eagle. 14 August.

St Peter Mancroft memorial desecrated after "disgraceful" theft

David Hannant (2016). St Peter Mancroft memorial desecrated after "disgraceful" theft. Eastern Daily Press. 13 August.

Pueblo leaders: Patrimony legislation won't hurt art dealers

Anne Constable (2016). Pueblo leaders: Patrimony legislation won't hurt art dealers. Santa Fe New Mexican. 13 August.

Lost and found: "What Was Ours"

Casey Sanchez (2016). Lost and found: "What Was Ours". Santa Fe New Mexican. 12 August.

Roban campana de iglesia en Hidalgo

Church bell stolen in Hidalgo

El Arsenal (2016). Roban campana de iglesia en Hidalgo. El Arsenal. 11 August.

Ben Bradlee's Mausoleum Sets Off a Gossip-Laden Squabble

Nicholas Fandos (2016). Ben Bradlee's Mausoleum Sets Off a Gossip-Laden Squabble. The New York Times. 11 August.

Robo, la cruz de la iglesia

Stolen, the cross of the church

J. Jesús Lemus (2016). Robo, la cruz de la iglesia. Reporte Indigo. 10 August.

Robbery at Neemuch Mata Temple; Cash and Crown stolen

Udaipur Times (2016). Robbery at Neemuch Mata Temple; Cash and Crown stolen. Udaipur Times. 10 August.

Video: Cackling Williamsburg Hipsters Run Off With Church's Sacred Jesus Statue

John V. Santore (2016). Video: Cackling Williamsburg Hipsters Run Off With Church's Sacred Jesus Statue. Williamsburg Patch. 10 August.

Priest murdered, 'ashtadhatu' idols stolen

Arvind Chauhan (2016). Priest murdered, 'ashtadhatu' idols stolen. The Times of India. 10 August.

MKs turn to UNESCO to save prophet's tomb

Roi Kais (2016). MKs turn to UNESCO to save prophet's tomb. Ynet News. 8 August.

All you need to know about the idol smuggling racket worth crores

Sandhya Ravishankar (2016). All you need to know about the idol smuggling racket worth crores. Hindustan Times. 8 August.

Charity saddened by theft of irreplaceable Tudor stained glass from Leicestershire chapel

Dan J. Martin (2016). Charity saddened by theft of irreplaceable Tudor stained glass from Leicestershire chapel. Leicester Mercury. 8 August.

Ancient plaque welcoming visitors to Ayr's historic Auld Kirk vanishes

Stephen Houston (2016). Ancient plaque welcoming visitors to Ayr's historic Auld Kirk vanishes. Daily Record. 7 August.

Tráfico de bienes culturales: Esto es un robo, señores

Trafficking of cultural property: This is theft, folks

Sergio Carreras (2016). Tráfico de bienes culturales: Esto es un robo, señores. La Voz. 7 August.

Chile: robaron un hueso de Santa Teresa de Los Andes

Chile: Bone of Saint Teresa de los Andes stolen

Tiempo de San Juan (2016). Chile: robaron un hueso de Santa Teresa de Los Andes. Tiempo de San Juan. 6 August.

Tras 58 días detienen a 7 personas por ataque y destrucción a la Gratitud Nacional

After 58 days, 7 people arrested for destruction of the Gratitud Nacional

24 Horas (2016). Tras 58 días detienen a 7 personas por ataque y destrucción a la Gratitud Nacional. 24 Horas. 6 August.

Theft of three retablos from Spanish Market shocks, saddens artists

Andrew Oxford (2016). Theft of three retablos from Spanish Market shocks, saddens artists. Santa Fe New Mexican. 5 August.

Call for ancient lintel to be returned from US exhibition

The Nation (2016). Call for ancient lintel to be returned from US exhibition. The Nation. 5 August.

80%of Aleppo Old City square destroyed, residents lack tools to rebuild

Syria Direct (2016). 80%of Aleppo Old City square destroyed, residents lack tools to rebuild. Syria Direct. 4 August.

Police detain 5 Wakf members for illegally renovating Dome of Rock

Daniel K. Eisenbud (2016). Police detain 5 Wakf members for illegally renovating Dome of Rock. The Jerusalem Post. 4 August.

Robó en una ermita y fué detenido por querer venderles a los vecinos

Man robs chapel, is arrested trying to sell to neighbours.

Iguazu Noticias (2016). Robó en una ermita y fué detenido por querer venderles a los vecinos. Iguazu Noticias. 4 August.

Priceless Buri Ram lintel found in San Francisco

Ploenpote Atthakor (2016). Priceless Buri Ram lintel found in San Francisco. Bangkok Post. 4 August.

Robaron imágenes de las estaciones del viacrucis de la catedral San Francisco de Asís

Stations of the cross from the Cathedral of San Francisco de Asisi stolen

Caracol Radio (2016). Robaron imágenes de las estaciones del viacrucis de la catedral San Francisco de Asís. Caracol Radio. 4 August.

Priceless stained glass window stolen from historic village church

Harborough Mail (2016). Priceless stained glass window stolen from historic village church. Harborough Mail. 3 August.

US returned only eight antiquities during PM Narendra Modi's visit: Govt

Press Trust of India (2016). US returned only eight antiquities during PM Narendra Modi's visit: Govt. The Indian Express. 3 August.

Utah Monument Fight Pits Native Americans Against Land-Use Militants

Jason Mark (2016). Utah Monument Fight Pits Native Americans Against Land-Use Militants. The American Prospect. 3 August.

मंदिर से अष्टधातु की 4 मूर्तियां चोरी

4 ashtadhatu idols stolen from temple

Inextlive (2016). मंदिर से अष्टधातु की 4 मूर्तियां चोरी. Inextlive. 3 August.

Cops nab man for stealing copper idol from Hindu temple in Penang

Malay Mail (2016). Cops nab man for stealing copper idol from Hindu temple in Penang. Malay Mail. 2 August.

Este fue el hombre que robó en el museo religioso de San Pedro de los Milagro

This is the man who robbed the religious museum of San Pedro de Milagro

Ana María Plata (2016). Este fue el hombre que robó en el museo religioso de San Pedro de los Milagro. Minuto 30. 2 August.

Himachal HC stays takeover of historic Kullu temple

IANS (2016). Himachal HC stays takeover of historic Kullu temple. The Hindu. 2 August.

Police Name Five More Suspects in North Sumatra Buddhist Temple Attacks

Jakarta Globe (2016). Police Name Five More Suspects in North Sumatra Buddhist Temple Attacks. Jakarta Globe. 1 August.

Deities, not CM, to decide Raghunath temple's fate, says Maheshwar Singh

The Tribune (2016). Deities, not CM, to decide Raghunath temple's fate, says Maheshwar Singh. The Tribune. 1 August.

Police Name Twelve Suspects in North Sumatra Temple Attacks

Jakarta Globe (2016). Police Name Twelve Suspects in North Sumatra Temple Attacks. Jakarta Globe. 1 August.

Salafists blow up 16-century mosque in Yemen

AFP (2016). Salafists blow up 16-century mosque in Yemen. Al Arabiya. 31 July.

En Izúcar, intentan linchar a ladrón de arte sacro; cómplice huye

In Izúcar, attempted lynching of sacred art thief, accomplice flees

Ángulo7 (2016). En Izúcar, intentan linchar a ladrón de arte sacro; cómplice huye. Ángulo7. 29 July.

Temple burglary gang busted

Bangkok Post (2016). Temple burglary gang busted. Bangkok Post. 28 July.

Shutdown over takeover of Raghunath temple

TNN (2016). Shutdown over takeover of Raghunath temple. The Times of India. 28 July.

Church Members Still Seek Tiffany Window Reported As Stolen 28 Years Ago

Antiques and the Arts Weekly (2016). Church Members Still Seek Tiffany Window Reported As Stolen 28 Years Ago. Antiques and the Arts Weekly. 28 July.

Gold ornaments worth Rs 15,000 stolen from temple

The Times of India (2016). Gold ornaments worth Rs 15,000 stolen from temple. The Times of India. 27 July.

Gold ornaments, silver articles taken away from two temples

The Hindu (2016). Gold ornaments, silver articles taken away from two temples. The Hindu. 27 July.

Cologne cathedral hires lawyer to stop Pokemon players

Associated Press (2016). Cologne cathedral hires lawyer to stop Pokemon players. Catholic Herald. 27 July.

Panchaloha idol found in sand heap

TNN (2016). Panchaloha idol found in sand heap. The Times of India. 26 July.

Japan, S. Korea at odds over true ownership of stolen statue

Toru Higashioka (2016). Japan, S. Korea at odds over true ownership of stolen statue. The Asahi Shimbun. 26 July.

14 rare idols stolen from Jain temple

TNN (2016). 14 rare idols stolen from Jain temple. The Times of India. 24 July.

Temple priest arrested on theft charge

The Hindu (2016). Temple priest arrested on theft charge. The Hindu. 24 July.

Kathmandu Valley is not danger listed again

Kai Weise (2016). Kathmandu Valley is not danger listed again. The Himalayan Times. 23 July.

Iran's National Library receives 2 rare Quran manuscripts

Mehr News Agency (2016). Iran's National Library receives 2 rare Quran manuscripts. Mehr News Agency. 23 July.

U.S. files complaint to recover Acoma war shield

Anne Constable (2016). U.S. files complaint to recover Acoma war shield. Santa Fe New Mexican. 23 July.

सुसनेर के जैन मंदिर से अष्टधातु की 14 मूर्तियां चोरी

14 sculptures stolen from Jain temple in Susner

Naidunia (2016). सुसनेर के जैन मंदिर से अष्टधातु की 14 मूर्तियां चोरी. Naidunia. 23 July.

Sullia: Theft of temple ornaments - priest arrested in Bengaluru

Daijiworld Media Network (2016). Sullia: Theft of temple ornaments - priest arrested in Bengaluru. Daijiworld. 23 July.

Australia to return stolen Buddha statue to India

The Tribune (2016). Australia to return stolen Buddha statue to India. The Tribune. 22 July.

NGA's stolen buddha slowly homing in on return to India

Michaela Boland (2016). NGA's stolen buddha slowly homing in on return to India. The Australian. 22 July.

Six temples burgled in one night in Maddur taluk

TNN (2016). Six temples burgled in one night in Maddur taluk. The Times of India. 21 July.

Ladrones se llevan de iglesia campana de bronce de 200 kilos

Thieves take bronze church bell of 200 kilos

Manuel Jiménez (2016). Ladrones se llevan de iglesia campana de bronce de 200 kilos. El Imparcial. 20 July.

Meet Vijay Kumar, the guardian of plundered idols and colonial loot

Divya Karthikeyan (2016). Meet Vijay Kumar, the guardian of plundered idols and colonial loot. The News Minute. 20 July.

मंदिर से चोरी हुए चांदी के छत्र

Silver crown stolen from temple

Patrika (2016). मंदिर से चोरी हुए चांदी के छत्र. Patrika. 19 July.

Digitisation of temple idols all set to stop smugglers in their tracks

B. Sivakumar (2016). Digitisation of temple idols all set to stop smugglers in their tracks. The Times of India. 19 July.

First Nation to use blockades if needed to protect ancient B.C. burial site

Camille Bains (2016). First Nation to use blockades if needed to protect ancient B.C. burial site. The Globe and Mail. 18 July.

US Senator Introduces Bill to Stop Overseas Sales of Stolen Indigenous Objects

Allison Meier (2016). US Senator Introduces Bill to Stop Overseas Sales of Stolen Indigenous Objects. Hyperallergic. 18 July.

'Our contribution to the artefacts registry is poor'

Express News Service (2016). 'Our contribution to the artefacts registry is poor'. The New Indian Express. 18 July.

National Gallery of Australia likely to forfeit more ancient Indian antiquities, says director

Andrew Taylor (2016). National Gallery of Australia likely to forfeit more ancient Indian antiquities, says director. The Sydney Morning Herald. 18 July.

BJP government has no space for prized artefacts returned by US

Soudhriti Bhabani (2016). BJP government has no space for prized artefacts returned by US. India Today. 18 July.

Three cops booked for selling stolen goods

Shafaque Alam (2016). Three cops booked for selling stolen goods. The Times of India. 17 July.

मन्दिर से कीमती अष्टधातु की मूर्ति चोरी

Precious ashtadhatu idol theft from temple

EENadu (2016). मन्दिर से कीमती अष्टधातु की मूर्ति चोरी. EENadu. 17 July.

The rogue's gallery: Subhash Kapoor and India's stolen artefacts

Arun Janardhanan (2016). The rogue's gallery: Subhash Kapoor and India's stolen artefacts. The Indian Express. 17 July.

El Inai, el INAH y el robo de "arte sacro"

The INAI, the INAH, and the theft of "sacred art"

Francisco Javier Acuña (2016). El Inai, el INAH y el robo de "arte sacro". Excelsior. 17 July.

Religious artifacts and equipment stolen from Chabad Jewish center of USC

Alexia Fernandez (2016). Religious artifacts and equipment stolen from Chabad Jewish center of USC. Los Angeles Times. 15 July.

Looted antique idol recovered in Bargarh

Orissa Post (2016). Looted antique idol recovered in Bargarh. Orissa Post. 15 July.

Theft in temple

The Hindu (2016). Theft in temple. The Hindu. 15 July.

Idol robberies rising in Chhattisgarh, allege Congress

TNN (2016). Idol robberies rising in Chhattisgarh, allege Congress. The Times of India. 14 July.

End to Penang temple vandalism streak? Cops believe they caught the man (VIDEO)

Opalyn Mok (2016). End to Penang temple vandalism streak? Cops believe they caught the man (VIDEO). The Malay Mail. 14 July.

Deenadhayalan produced in CJM court in Srivilliputtur

S. Sundar (2016). Deenadhayalan produced in CJM court in Srivilliputtur. The Hindu. 14 July.

Gold statues of deities stolen from Penang temple

ANN (2016). Gold statues of deities stolen from Penang temple. Asia One. 13 July.

Hombre robó imagen de la Virgen del Carmen desde Parroquia Buen Pastor de Los Ángeles

Man steals statue of the Virgen del Carmen from the Buen Pastor church in Los Ángeles

Alejandro Alarcón (2016). Hombre robó imagen de la Virgen del Carmen desde Parroquia Buen Pastor de Los Ángeles. Biobio Chile. 13 July.

Robos a iglesia católica deben preocupar a la sociedad: Diócesis

Theft from Catholic churches should worry society: Diocese

Ulises Villar (2016). Robos a iglesia católica deben preocupar a la sociedad: Diócesis. Quadratin. 13 July.

Destrozan con pintadas la fachada de la ermita del Calvario y sus estaciones de penitencia

The facade of the hermitage of Calvario and it's stations of the cross destroyed by graffiti

Marbella Directo (2016). Destrozan con pintadas la fachada de la ermita del Calvario y sus estaciones de penitencia. Marbella Directo. 13 July.

Editorial: Rest of delegation should join fight for tribal artifacts

Albuquerque Journal (2016). Editorial: Rest of delegation should join fight for tribal artifacts. Albuquerque Journal. 13 July.

Un año y tres meses por robar en una iglesia rumana de Roquetas

On year and three month for theft from a Romanian church in Roquetas

Diario de Almería (2016). Un año y tres meses por robar en una iglesia rumana de Roquetas. Diario de Almería. 13 July.

Gold goddess idol stolen from temple in Bargarh

Prameya News (2016). Gold goddess idol stolen from temple in Bargarh. Prameya News. 13 July.

TN gets back two 1,000-year-old idols smuggled to US

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2016). TN gets back two 1,000-year-old idols smuggled to US. The Times of India. 12 July.

Ariyalur to America and back: How 2 antique idols returned

Yogesh Kabirdoss (2016). Ariyalur to America and back: How 2 antique idols returned. The Times of India. 12 July.

INAH debe entregar documentos sobre robo de piezas de arte

INAH must release documents about theft of pieces of art

Quadratin (2016). INAH debe entregar documentos sobre robo de piezas de arte. Quadratin. 12 July.

भगवान की खोज में एएसआई के नेतृत्व में राजिम पहुंची पुलिस

Dantewada police looking for stolen idol of god

Naidunia (2016). भगवान की खोज में एएसआई के नेतृत्व में राजिम पहुंची पुलिस. Naidunia. 12 July.

Police set up task force following desecration of 4 Hindu temples

Aaron Ngui (2016). Police set up task force following desecration of 4 Hindu temples. The Sun Daily. 11 July.

Senator continues battle to save Native American artifacts from theft and sale

Griselda Nevarez (2016). Senator continues battle to save Native American artifacts from theft and sale. The Guardian. 11 July.

Why confiscating idols alone will not break up the smuggling ring thriving in TN

Divya Karthikeyan (2016). Why confiscating idols alone will not break up the smuggling ring thriving in TN. The News Minute. 11 July.

Three statues smashed at 70-year-old place of worship in Jln Tengku Kudin

Crystal Chiam Shiying (2016). Three statues smashed at 70-year-old place of worship in Jln Tengku Kudin. The Star. 11 July.

DRI crackdown nets huge haul of red sanders, idols

S. Vijay Kumar (2016). DRI crackdown nets huge haul of red sanders, idols. The Hindu. 11 July.

Items smuggled under guise of iron goods

TNN (2016). Items smuggled under guise of iron goods. The Times of India. 11 July.

No ha habido robos en templos que son Patrimonio de la humanidad: INAH

There haven't been robberies in church that are Heritage of humanity: INAH

Cecilia Conde (2016). No ha habido robos en templos que son Patrimonio de la humanidad: INAH. AM De Querétaro. 10 July.

Chattisgarh: Rare, centuries-old idols stolen from Bhoramdeo temple

DNA (2016). Chattisgarh: Rare, centuries-old idols stolen from Bhoramdeo temple. DNA. 9 July.

Bantwal: Thieves enter temple at Vittal- decamp with silver, cash