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From Conclave to The Two Popes: How Pope Francis Inspired a New Wave of Vatican Cinema

For centuries, the rituals of the Roman Catholic Church have inspired both reverence and intrigue. But in recent years, it is the papacy itself—particularly the figure of Pope Francis—that has…

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Italian Embassy produces Italian symphonic poem on Siege Malta

"A gift from me personally and at the same time from Italy, which I am honoured to represent, to the entire Maltese people. A gift that is also a thank…

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Bites on gladiator bones prove combat with lion

Bite marks found on the skeleton of a Roman gladiator are the first archaeological evidence of combat between a human and a lion, experts say. The remains were discovered during…

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Easter eggs were once a rare luxury – so how did they become so commonplace?

Adrian Bailey, Senior Lecturer in Management, University of Exeter For weeks (and weeks) in the run up to Easter, brightly packaged chocolate eggs fill the shelves of British supermarkets. Piled…

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Rome Tops European Travel Charts for Easter 2025

Rome has once again emerged as the preferred Easter destination for European travelers, according to recently released data from the travel search engine Jetcost. Interest in the Italian capital experienced…

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What is the Stations of the Cross ritual, and why do Christians still perform it at Easter?

By Robyn J. Whitaker, Associate Professor, New Testament, & Director of The Wesley Centre for Theology, Ethics, and Public Policy, University of Divinity A strange and eclectic range of activities…

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Scientists find strongest evidence yet of life on an alien planet

Scientists have found new but tentative evidence that a faraway world orbiting another star may be home to life. A Cambridge team studying the atmosphere of a planet called K2-18b…

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Interactive global campaign to recreate scenes from the Minecraft film within the game itself

In view of the release of the Minecraft movie, Mojang Studios and Xbox announced an interactive global campaign inviting players to recreate scenes from the film within the Minecraft game…

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Schoolbook Overhaul on the Horizon as Groundbreaking Discovery Rewrites Maltese History

The national education curriculum is set for a significant revision following the publication of an archaeological discovery that has pushed Malta’s human history back by over 1,000 years, Maltese Education…

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New Universal theme park confirmed for UK

A new Universal theme park will be built in the UK, the government has confirmed. It will be constructed on the site of the former Kempston Hardwick brickworks near Bedford…

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UK police charge comedian Russell Brand with rape, sexual assaults

British police said they charged actor-comedian Russell Brand on Friday with rape and multiple counts of assault in cases relating to four separate women between 1999 and 2005. Brand, who…

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Amazon plans ‘fresh’ James Bond

007's new owners, Amazon MGM, say they are hard at work on the next film in London and that they will offer a "fresh" take on the franchise and honour…

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Actor Val Kilmer dies at 65

Val Kilmer, who played Bruce Wayne in “Batman Forever,” channeled Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone‘s “The Doors” and starred as a tubercular Doc Holliday in “Tombstone,” has died, The New…

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Television Remains Italy’s Most Popular Medium, Censis Report Finds

Television continues to dominate Italy's media landscape, remaining the most widely used form of communication, according to the 20th Censis Report on Communication, which was presented at the Senate Library…

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Southern Italian Cities Dominate National Climate Ranking

Southern Italy has emerged as the national leader in climate livability, with Cagliari in Sardinia securing the top spot in a recent ranking assessing weather conditions across Italian cities. The…

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John Lennon honored on UK coin

John Lennon is being honored in a specially minted British coin collection to mark the year the Beatles great and peace advocate would have turned 85, the Royal Mint said…

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Legendary Italian football commentator Bruno Pizzul passes away aged 86

Tributes are pouring in for legendary football commentator Bruno Pizzul after he passed away aged 86. Pizzul was one of the beautiful game's top broadcasters during his heyday. The former…

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Italian actress Eleonora Giorgi dies aged 71

Italian actress Eleonora Giorgi has died at the age of 71, her family said on Monday.Giorgi made dozens of films in the 1970s and 1980s, many of which were comedies…

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Anora sweeps Oscars with best picture, best director and best actress for star Mikey Madison

Independent film Anora sweeps the Oscars, winning five awards including best picture and best actress for lead star Mikey Madison.In one of the most unpredictable races in years, Adrien Brody…

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Death of Hackman and wife ‘suspicious enough’ for investigation, police say

Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife appeared to have been dead for "quite a while" when the couple and their dog were found on Wednesday afternoon at their home…

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Oscar winning actor Gene Hackman and Wife Betsy Arakawa Found Dead in Santa Fe Home

Gene Hackman, a two-time Oscar winner for “The French Connection” and “Unforgiven,” and his wife, classical pianist Betsy Arakawa, were found dead Wednesday afternoon in their Santa Fe, N.M. home.…

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Study shows few effective age controls at social media firms

Meta Platforms, TikTok, Snapchat and other leading social media platforms probably have more than 1 million underage users in Australia, a regulatory report said, highlighting the scale of policy failure…

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Italy has oldest average population in Europe – Eurostat

Italy was among countries with the oldest population in the European Union at the beginning of 2024, Eurostat said on Friday.The average age of the EU population was 44.7 years,…

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Renzo Piano appeals for Rome cinemas to be saved

World renowned architect Renzo Piano appealed to keep Rome's cinemas from closing saying amid an emergency that they created a vital space for the community. Talking to la Repubblica daily,…

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Amazon MGM Gains Creative Control of 007 Franchise

Amazon MGM Studios is set to take creative control of the James Bond franchise. The shock announcement — which is sure to shake and, indeed, stir the industry — was…

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St Valentine’s Day celebrations in Italy generate 900 million euros

St Valentine's Day is worth over 900 million euros including special meals, flowers, presents and holidays, according to a survey published Thursday by the National confederation of artisans and small,…

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Manoel Theatre to host Alessandro Baricco’s Novecento: A Poetic Journey Across the Ocean

Costantino Films has announced the staging of Novecento at the Manoel Theatre, Alessandro Baricco’s captivating monologue that tells the extraordinary story of a pianist who lived his entire life aboard…

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Gino D’Acampo faces numerous allegations of inappropriate and intimidating behaviour

The TV chef Gino D’Acampo has denied accusations of inappropriate behaviour including using sexualised and aggressive language over a period of 12 years. An investigation by ITV News found “dozens”…

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Rome to celebrate Caravaggio for Jubilee

Rome is to celebrate Caravaggio on the occasion of this year's Roman Catholic Jubilee Holy Year with the biggest ever show on the iconic artist at Palazzo Barberini from March…

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AC/DC return to Europe

AC/DC, the legendary Australian rock band, has officially announced their 'Power Up' European Tour for 2025, marking their first major tour in Europe in nearly a decade. The tour is…

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Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull dies at 78

Singer and actress Marianne Faithfull has died at the age of 78, her spokesperson has said. Born in Hampstead in December 1946, she was known for hits like As Tears…

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Oscars 2025 – the full list of nominees

Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez topped the list of movies nominated for this year's Academy Awards, followed by The Brutalist and Wicked. Emilia Pérez, the story of a Mexican drug lord…

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Hamas attack survivor to represent Israel at Eurovision

A survivor of Hamas’ Oct. 7 massacre at the Nova music festival will represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest in May. Yuval Raphael qualified for the contest Wednesday after…

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Coldplay evolves the fan experience with Microsoft AI

To coincide with their latest project, A Film For The Future, the Coldplay collaborated with Microsoft to produce an AI-powered experience that lets fans interact with their new album MOON…

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FireAid benefit concert for those affected by LA fires

In the wake of the devastating wildfires still burning throughout California, musical heavyweights like Billie Eilish, Stevie Nicks and Lady Gaga have been announced as headliners for the FireAid Benefit…

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Hollywood Mourns Twin Peaks film director David Lynch

David Lynch, the American filmmaker whose works include the surrealist cult classics Mulholland Drive and Twin Peaks, has died aged 78. Lynch's death was announced on his official Facebook page…

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Daily milk intake may reduce bowel cancer risk significantly

Having a large glass of milk every day may cut the risk of bowel cancer by nearly a fifth, according to the largest study conducted into diet and the disease.…

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Popeye, Tintin and more enter the public domain in the new year

Jan. 1 marked the dawn of a new era for Popeye and Tintin. It's the day the nonagenarian cartoon characters officially enter the U.S. public domain along with a treasure…

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Unique New Year’s Traditions from Around the World: A Celebration of Diversity

As the festive season unfolds, countries worldwide embrace unique rituals and customs to mark the end of the year. These celebrations reflect the cultural, historical, and religious traditions of each…

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Italians to spend 2.3 bn for NYE dinner

Italians will be spending an estimated 2.3 billion euros for their New Year's Eve celebratory dinner, an additional 100 million compared to last year and 350 million more than NYE…

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Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt reach divorce settlement ending eight-year dispute

Actors Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer told Reuters on Tuesday, bringing an end to one of Hollywood's most contentious and closely followed celebrity…

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A look back at the notable deaths of 2024

Below is a compilation of some of the most notable deaths of global figures from the worlds of showbusiness, politics, sports and art in 2024. JANUARY Glynis Johns, the husky-voiced…

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Holidays help us rest and recover. But Greeks and Romans weren’t always convinced

By Konstantine Panegyres, McKenzie Postdoctoral Fellow, researching Greco-Roman antiquity, The University of Melbourne The Greek philosopher Plutarch of Chaeronea (1st-2nd century AD) observed that our lives are divided between relaxation…

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Drinking tea and coffee linked to lower risk of head and neck cancer in study

If the only thing getting you through a mountain of present-wrapping is a mug of tea or coffee, be of good cheer. Researchers have found people who consume those drinks…

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Over 10 million tourists to visit Italy ‘presepi’

Over 10 million tourists will visit Italy's presepi or nativity scenes over the holiday period, according to a CNA farm group report.Many of these will be living presepi for which…

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UK doctors warn over water bead gifts for children

Emergency doctors in the UK have issued a safety warning over water beads, which could be given to children as gifts over Christmas. The brightly coloured soft plastic beads, also…

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Tom Cruise Receives US Navy’s Top Civilian Honour for His Role in Top Gun

Tom Cruise has been presented with the US navy's highest civilian award, for "boosting the force's recruitment of pilots" thanks to his performance in Top Gun. The Hollywood star, who…

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The top trending Google searches of 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re looking back at the top trending searches, from global sporting events to viral internet sensations that captivated our curiosity. Top trending sports moments…

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Xbox Unveils Controllers and Fan Activations for Netflix’s “Squid Game” Season 2

As the highly anticipated Season 2 of the global sensation “Squid Game” approaches, Netflix and Xbox have teamed up to offer fans an exciting way to immerse themselves in the…

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‘Polarization’ is Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year

The results of the 2024 U.S. presidential election rattled the country and sent shockwaves across the world — or were cause for celebration, depending on who you ask. Is it…

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Rapper Jay-Z accused in lawsuit of raping 13-year-old girl

An amended lawsuit filed in federal court on Sunday alleges that rap mogul Jay-Z raped a 13-year-old girl along with Sean "Diddy" Combs during a party in 2000. Jay-Z denied…

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Entrepreneur Hides 5 Treasure Chests Worth $2M Across the United States

Entrepreneur Jon Collins-Black has hidden five treasure chests worth $2 million across the United States. The hunt accompanies his book, “There’s Treasure Inside.” CNN reports that Collins-Black is a Bitcoin millionaire. The book’s official…

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Milan’s Montenapoleone world’s most-expensive retail street

Milan's via Montenapoleone was named the world's most expensive retail destination in the 2024 Main Streets Across the World report released this week by real estate group Cushman & Wakefield.It…

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Rare Caravaggio Shown To Public For First Time In Rome Exhibition

"The Portrait of Maffeo Barberini" features the future Pope Urban VIII, who hailed from the noble Roman Barberini family and was a friend of Caravaggio's patron. Born in 1568, wealthy…

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Gladiator II takes $87m to break Ridley Scott opening box-office record

Gladiator II isn’t entertaining audiences in the US, Canada and China until last Friday, but scored the highest ever international opening for a Ridley Scott film over the weekend, taking…

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New Ultimate Mix of Do They Know It’s Christmas? Featuring Iconic Voices

A new "ultimate" mix of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas? is set to be released on the song's 40th anniversary and will feature both original and newer voices…

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Mayor of Perugia Apologises for Amanda Knox Series Filming

The mayor of Perugia, where the British student Meredith Kercher was murdered, has apologised for allowing a controversial TV series co-produced by Amanda Knox to be filmed in the Italian…

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