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What’s notably missing from the famous Moulin Rouge in Paris?

In April 2024, the iconic red windmill sails of Paris’s famed Moulin Rouge unexpectedly fell off overnight – the first such event in the cabaret’s 135-year history. The incident, which did not result in injuries, was due to a technical issue. While the venue continued to host its shows without interruption, the absence of the sails left a visual void in the Paris skyline.