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Pope Emeritus Benedict is Lucid and Stable, But in ‘Serious' Condition, Vatican Says
A statement from a Vatican spokesman said Pope Francis asked for continued prayers “to accompany him in these difficult hours.”
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‘Gladiator' Actor Russell Crowe Celebrated During Visit to Rome
The actor famously played Maximus, a general forced into slavery before turning into a gladiator, in the 2000 movie that earned him an Academy Award.
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The Biggest Travel Trend of 2022: Go Big, Spend Big
No longer willing to wait, travelers are booking big “bucket list” trips this year to make up for lost time, despite rising costs in the industry.
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Italy's Mario Draghi Is Getting an ‘A' on His Report Card. But His Powers Are Fading
“There is a boss and a sense of direction,” an economist said about the Italian economy under Mario Draghi’s leadership.
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‘For Us, It Is Not a Solution': Enel CEO Skeptical Over the Use of Carbon Capture
Francesco Starace made his comments during an interview with CNBC.
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G-20 Make Mild Pledges on Climate Neutrality, Coal Financing
Leaders of the world’s biggest economies have agreed to stop funding coal-fired power plants in poor countries
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The ‘Orient Express' Is a Real Train — and Taking a Ride Is Not Cheap
After an 18-month hiatus, the luxurious Venice Simplon-Oriental-Express is back on the rails, with new routes to Amsterdam, Brussels, Geneva, Rome and Florence.
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Basta! Romans Say Enough to Invasion of Wild Boars in City
Rome has been invaded by Gauls, Visigoths and vandals over the centuries, but the Eternal City is now grappling with a rampaging force of an entirely different sort: rubbish-seeking wild boars.
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People Used to Book One Vacation at a Time. Now They've Started ‘Trip Stacking'
A growing number of people are booking two or even three trips over the same travel period in case Covid-related problems ruin their preferred plans.
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Blockbuster Movies Create Booms for Tourism — and Headaches for Locals
Blockbuster hits old and new like “The Godfather” and “The Lord of the Rings” can lead to a massive influx in tourism. But problems often follow.
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These Are the Most-Searched ‘Bucket List' Travel Experiences in the World
Travelers regularly search for activities in New York, Paris and Rome — but the world’s most popular online travel search is in none of those places.
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The Party Island of Phuket Opens to Those Willing to Follow Its Many Rules
Thailand’s largest island is now open to vaccinated travelers who are willing to abide by a laundry list of rules designed to safely restart tourism.
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How to Spend a Month Abroad Without Missing Work
New companies are designing international workcations for remote workers who want to live and work abroad without the long-term commitment.
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Feds Seek Forfeiture of Ancient Roman Statue That Was Headed to Kim Kardashian
Federal prosecutors are seeking the forfeiture of an ancient Roman sculpture that was on its way to Kim Kardashian when it was seized at Los Angeles’ port five years ago.
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New Stage in Rome's Colosseum Will Restore Majestic View
Italy’s culture minister says a project to build a high-tech, light-weight stage inside the Roman Colosseum will allow visitors a central viewpoint from within the ancient structure “to see the majesty of the monument.”
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Pope Francis Leads Ash Wednesday Mass
Pope Francis led the world’s 1.3 billion Roman Catholics into the penitential season of lent on Ash Wednesday.
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‘Smart' Helmets Check Travelers' Temperatures at Rome Airport
Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is using “smart” helmets to conduct temperature checks on travelers.
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Moving Videos Show Italians Singing During Coronavirus Quarantine
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the globe, people are still creating their own moments of solidarity and community.
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A Look at Italy Landmarks Before and After Coronavirus Pandemic
Italy has been hit hard by the coronavirus and has taken drastic measure to try to stop the spread. With the streets almost empty, the country’s most famous landmarks look remarkably different without tourists.
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Loyola Recalling Study Abroad Students From Rome Amid Coronavirus Fears
As the world continues to cope with spread of coronavirus, Loyola University Chicago students who are studying abroad in Rome are having their stays cut short as more cases of the virus are reported in Europe. The university will send students home from its John Felice Rome Center by Wednesday, March 4, school officials announced Saturday. All students will have…