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Beach Travel News 5 days ago

17-year-old British teen dies after beach sand tunnel collapses during family vacation: report

A family vacation ended in tragedy when a 17-year-old boy was killed after the sand tunnel he was digging collapsing and buried him alive at a beach near Rome.

Archaeology 5 days ago

Ancient Roman 'perfume garden' blooms again nearly 1,900 years after Vesuvius eruption

Archaeologists have revitalized a Roman flower garden in Pompeii that survived an earthquake in 62 A.D. before being buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The garden was hidden for nearly 1,900 years.

Middle East July 9

Belly dancer arrested in Egypt over Instagram videos deemed 'morally corrupt' by authorities

Egyptian-born dancer Linda Martino faces jail time in Cairo after authorities claimed her revealing clothing and provocative performances violated social values and incited vice.

Travel July 5

Ghost town brought back to life is now a thriving tourist magnet thanks to street murals

A small town in Italy has transformed itself from a declining community to vibrant tourist destination with 140 colorful murals, bringing new businesses through an annual street art festival.

Olympics July 2

NHL players can play in 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics after deal gets finalized by hockey governing bodies

After a 12-year absence, NHL players will compete in the 2026 and 2030 Olympic Games as part of a new agreement between hockey's governing bodies.

Media June 27

Whoopi Goldberg announces 'crazy' new role in Italian soap opera

Whoopi Goldberg announced surprising new role in long-running Italian soap opera "Un Posto Al Sole," with her character set to appear in multiple episodes.

MLB June 25

Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Britain in USA's group at 2026 World Baseball Classic

The United States will play in Group B while Shohei Ohtnai's Japan squad will be in Group C for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Canada June 17

Meloni caught giving 'eye roll of the century' while Macron whispered in her ear during high-stakes G7 meeting

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was caught rolling her eyes as French President Emmanuel Macron whispered to her during the G7 summit in Canada.

Museums Exhibits June 15

Tourist caught-on-camera smashing crystal-studded ‘Van Gogh’ chair at art museum

A tourist was caught crushing a Swarovski crystal chair at Palazzo Maffei museum in Verona, with surveillance footage showing the culprit fleeing after damaging the art.

Italy June 13

Vatican sets date for first millennial saint to be canonized

First millennial saint Carlo Acutis, who taught Catholicism and created a website on eucharistic miracles, will be canonized in September following Vatican's recognition of a miracle

Italy June 10

World Cup 2026 odds: Spain the favorite a year out from tournament

Spain is the favorite to win the 2026 World Cup a year out from the tournament. Check out the latest odds.

Royal Families May 30

Princess Maria Carolina is 'lucky to be alive' after surviving serious motorcycle accident

Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies is the eldest daughter of Prince Carlo, Duke of Castro and Princess Camilla, Duchess of Castro. She was recently at the Cannes Film Festival.

Travel May 27

US renews travel advisory to popular destination amid 'terrorism fears': 'Exercise increased caution'

The U.S. Department of State has reissued a travel advisory to Italy amid growing concerns of "terrorism" as many Americans plan summer travel.

Tech May 24

Crypto investor accused of sadistically torturing biz partner in NYC luxury townhouse

A cryptocurrency investor has been charged after he allegedly kidnapped an Italian tourist and tortured him for two weeks -- using a taser, chainsaw and other twisted methods -- inside a plush New York City apartment.

History May 18

Pompeii family's desperate final moments revealed in new archaeological excavation

A new Pompeii excavation revealed details about family members who barricaded themselves with a bed during the Mt. Vesuvius eruption, providing insight into the ancient disaster.

Pope Leo XIV May 12

Pope Leo XIV dishes advice to journalists, mentions AI challenge in first news conference

Pope Leo XIV May 9

Pope Leo XIV, Villanova grad, introduces himself adorned in symbolism, proverbial religious devotion

Pope Leo XIV's election as pope marks a 'super happy day' for Catholics around the world, according to the chair of Catholic Legal Studies at Villanova University.

Pope Leo XIV May 8

World leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV, first American pontiff

World leaders offered their immediate congratulations for Pope Leo XIV after he was elected to the highest authority in the Catholic Church and became the first American pontiff.

Pope Leo XIV May 8

'Dio benedica il Papa', other well wishes for the new pontiff, Pope Leo XIV, in Italian

The College of Cardinals elected Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost, as the new pope. This is how to congratulate the new pontiff in Italian.

World May 7

How the pope gets paid and a look into the Vatican's finances

The Vatican is governed by the Holy See, which oversees stipends and allowances given to the leader of the Catholic church for their service.

Italy May 4

American tourist reportedly impaled on Rome's Colosseum fence as dozens watch in horror

A U.S. tourist visiting Rome needed 80 stitches after he was impaled while climbing over a fence at the Colosseum, local Italian newspaper, Il Messaggero, reported.

Travel May 1

Archaeologists unearth strange head depicting Roman god beneath Catholic basilica

The Appian Way Regional Park in Rome announced its recent farewell to a "beautiful" stone head dating back to antiquity. It was discovered during the excavation of a fifth-century basilica.

Politics April 29

Houston Rockets owner among trio of Trump ambassador nominees confirmed by Senate

On Tuesday, Tom Barrack, Tilman Fertitta and Warren Stephens three of President Trump's top ambassador nominees, faced their Senate confirmation votes.

Pope Francis April 26

Conclave ‘very, very different’ from US elections; ‘anything could happen’, according to expert

While a conclave is unique from U.S. presidential elections, people often consider pope prospects as Republicans or Democratics.

Pope Francis April 26

Pope Francis bestows legacy of mercy, service, financial reform, environmental protection

Pope Francis' 12-year papacy was dedicated to highlighting equality in the Catholic Church and informing on the state of climate change in the world.

Pope Francis April 26

What to expect from the Novendiali, a 9-day period of prayer, mourning and remembrance

What to expect from the Novendiali, a nine-day period of mourning and remembrance following the death of Pope Francis.

Pope Francis April 23

Pope Francis to lie in state, mourners welcome: What to expect from the pontiff's funeral

Pope Francis' Mass is scheduled for April 26. He is to be buried at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.

Pope Francis April 22

The long line of the papacy: Francis' death renews focus on the church's most powerful figures

Peter was the first pontiff of the Catholic church, and several popes have been considered "great" in the interim.

Pope Francis April 21

Theologian on 'Conclave' accuracy, expectations for next secretive event after Pope Francis' death

International theologian says "Conclave" film "fairly accurate" to what is expected at a real papal conclave. Pope Francis died on April 21, 2015.

Pope Francis April 21

Pope Francis revealed burial wishes just days after becoming pope in 2013

Pope Francis revealed the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore as his final resting place just days after becoming pope in 2013.