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Clashes erupt over death of Italian-Egyptian man in police chase

Several officers were injured at a rally in memory of a 19-year-old Italian-Egyptian man who died in a police chase in Milan in November.

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Vatican's 2025 Jubilee: Economic boost or missed opportunity?

Rome anticipates a €17 billion economic boost from the 2025 Jubilee, though experts caution that estimates might be overblown and housing costs could rise.

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Should EU member states freeze Syrian asylum applications?

Several EU member states have suspended asylum claims from Syrians following the collapse of the Assad regime. Euronews spoke with a Syrian refugee in Berlin to hear a story of how moving to Europe changed his family's life.

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Major European capitals welcome the New Year with celebrations

European capitals from Paris to Athens welcomed 2025 with a spectacular array of celebrations and fireworks shows, dazzling spectators.

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Countdown to 2025: Cities ready to ring in the New Year

Cities worldwide are gearing up for New Year celebrations, from fireworks in Rio and Sydney to cultural traditions in Asia.

Italy

Rome sets up two large tents to shelter the homeless this winter

Authorities in Rome have only erected two of the four large tents they'd promised to provide around 250 camp beds for the homeless this winter.

Culture news

Unlocking the sacred: What happens at the Holy Door for Jubilee 2025?

The Jubilee ceremony begins with Pope Francis opening the Holy Door at St Peter's Basilica. The ceremony includes prayers in Latin and Italian, symbolising forgiveness, as the Pope crosses the threshold to start the Holy Year.

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Jubilee 2025: Rome expects over 30 million pilgrims during Holy Year

To the faithful who go on pilgrimage to Rome, the Pope grants a special 'indulgence' or remission of their sins.

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Secret 13th century escape passage for popes reopens to the public

A historic secret passage connecting the Vatican with Rome’s Castel Sant’Angelo has reopened to the public on Monday.

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Rome's Trevi Fountain reopens right in time for Vatican's Jubilee

Rome's iconic fountain opened after roughly three months of renovations, a project that cost €327,000.

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Rome's best parks: green escapes in the Eternal City

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Discover Rome’s most beautiful parks, from Villa Borghese to the Appian Way. Explore tranquil gardens, sweeping views and hidden green gems in the Eternal City.

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Firefighters honour Virgin Mary with floral tribute in Rome

Continuing their tradition, firefighters in Rome marked the Feast of the Immaculate Conception on 8 December by placing two floral wreaths on the statue of the Virgin Mary.

Art

Rome’s new exhibition explores 80 years of the Futurism art movement

'The Age of Futurism' exhibition at Rome's National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art revisits the groundbreaking Futurism art movement, exploring Marinetti's visionary manifesto and its lasting influence today.

Art

Rare Caravaggio portrait goes on show for the first time in Rome

The never-before-seen portrait by celebrated Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio went on public display for the first time at Rome's Palazzo Barberini gallery.

Art

Electrician discovers hidden 17th-century frescoes at Villa Farnesina

The stunning frescoes are attributed to Italian Baroque painter Carlo Maratta and his pupils, Girolamo Troppa and François Simonot.

Culture news

Colosseum controversy: Airbnb and 'Gladiator II' team up

A criticized Airbnb deal will let users play gladiator in Rome's Colosseum...

Culture news

Rome's Jubilee year mascot is an anime-inspired pilgrim

Created by Roman designer Simone Legno, the mascot represents a pilgrim inspired by Japanese comics in an attempt to appeal to young people.

Destinations

Overtourism in Rome: Residents’ first-hand experiences

The residents of Italy’s capital are feeling the heat with record-high visitors.

Italy

Walkway opened in Rome to keep tourists away from Trevi fountain

Tourists in Rome will also no longer be allowed to toss coins over their shoulders into the fountain, following tradition.

Travel News

Rome’s Jubilee preparations see Trevi fountain replaced by ‘ugly’ pool

Rome is under construction ahead of next year's holy event.