PARIS - THE Eiffel Tower was closed on Wednesday after employees went on strike to demand better work conditions and security at one of the world's most visited tourist sites.

Ticket offices at the Paris landmark were shut and staff were seen handing out leaflets in English, French and Spanish that said they were seeking improvements to visitor services and job security for staff.

LONDON - THE LAST ruler of the legendary Aztec Empire is being thrust into the spotlight at the British Museum, in a spectacular show about the ruler vanquished by the Spanish conquistadores in the 16th century.

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