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Venice’s historic Regata Storica fills Grand Canal with colourful boats

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'Sea cannibal' spreads in Baltic, threatening native species

Resembling a jellyfish, glowing in the dark, and even eating its own young, the comb jelly Mnemiopsis leidyi is one of the strangest sea creatures and is spreading ever more aggressively throughout the Baltic Sea.

Cinema

Venice Film Festival backs auteurs: Herzog, Kore-eda, McDonagh and Moretti's return

The Venice Film Festival unveils the line-up for its 83rd edition: five Italian films in competition, Nanni Moretti returns, top directors and a galaxy of stars on the red carpet

Culture news

Russia row: EU withdraws funding for Venice Biennale

New clash between the European Union and the Venice Biennale: EU funds halted, the Foundation appeals and Italy’s government voices criticism.

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Beyond the canals: The Venice few tourists ever get to know

Millions of tourists visit Venice every year, yet only a few discover the city of artisans, age-old traditions and hidden corners that still preserve its true soul.

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Venice greets US ambassador with 'Make America Read Again' signs

US Ambassador to Italy arrived in Venice aboard the 117-meter luxury yacht Boardwalk, which features two helipads, two swimming pools, and a fully equipped spa and gym.

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Brussels confirms withdrawal of funding for Venice Biennale

The reasons given by the Biennale were deemed insufficient, and the Commission has moved to withdraw funding over the reopening of the Russian pavilion, drawing harsh criticism in Brussels from the League.

Cinema

Venice Film Festival to honour George Clooney

US actor, director and producer George Clooney is to receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the upcoming Venice International Film Festival (2-12 September).

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Venice Romanza: Andrea Bocelli spreads love with album anniversary

From crossover classics to stunning special guests, the Italian opera star Andrea Bocelli has left Venice swooning after an amazing show in celebration of the 30th anniversary of his pioneering album Romanza

Cinema

Venice Film Festival unveils 2026 jury

There are a lot of familiar Venice Film Festival faces on this year's jury roster. It may not be the starriest line-up, but it's certainly an eclectic group...

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Venice entry fee could be hiked to €50 under new proposal

The council is also evaluating whether to extend the fee to the entire year, or perhaps include more dates.

World News

EU seeks further clarification on Russia's participation at Biennale

The European Commission has requested further clarifications from the Venice Biennale Foundation over Russia's participation, saying issues raised earlier remain unresolved and giving it 30 days to respond.

Europe News

Local elections held across 700 towns in Italy, a new test for Meloni

After defeat in the justice referendum, the vote is seen as a fresh test for Giorgia Meloni's right-wing coalition government.

Travel News

Skip the crowds: Uncommon day trips in Europe's most visited cities

Intrepid Travel has launched ‘uncommon day trips’ in Barcelona, Venice and Paris which aim to take travellers away from the main sights.

Art

The fantastic four: Stand-out pavilions at the 2026 Venice Biennale

The national pavilions that chime with Kouoh’s core values of nurture, intimacy and reflection are those that quietly steal this year’s spotlight.

Art

Beyond the Biennale: Must-see satellite exhibitions in Venice

Some shows are already pegged as some of the most highly anticipated art happenings of the year.

Culture news

Venice Biennale opens with protests against Russia and Israel

For the first time, Biennale workers went on strike on Friday over Russia's and Israel's presence at the kermesse, with twenty pavilions closed on the eve of the public opening.