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November 23, 2024

Italy expected to draw travelers by the millions as Pope Francis kicks off Holy Year

The 2025 Jubilee will bring tourists to the Vatican, Rome and Italy to celebrate the Catholic tradition of patrons asking for forgiveness of sins. Hope will be a central theme.

November 21, 2024

Brazil’s former President Bolsonaro and aides indicted for alleged 2022 coup attempt

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others, including aides, were indicted by federal police on Thursday for allegedly attempting a coup to keep him in office in 2022.

November 21, 2024

US citizen among 4 dead in Laos after suspected alcohol poisoning

Four people have died after drinking tainted alcohol in Laos after officials said that multiple people had been sickened in town popular with backpackers.

November 21, 2024

'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers to go on display for fans nearly 20 years after being stolen

A pair of the red glitter slippers worn in "The Wizard of Oz" film will be on display at Heritage Auctions' London location at the end of this month before being auctioned off.

November 19, 2024

Brazil's first lady aims explicit joke at key target of husband's administration: 'F--- you, Elon Musk'

Brazil’s first lady Janja Lula da Silva ripped Elon Musk over the weekend, telling the entrepreneur that she "isn't afraid of him" during a pre-G-20 event.

November 19, 2024

Brazil's first lady tells Elon Musk 'f--k you' during pre-G20 speech

Brazil’s first lady Janja Lula da Silva told an explicit joke about Elon Musk over the weekend, telling the entrepreneur that she "isn't afraid of him" during a pre-G20 event. (X/@eixopolitico)

November 18, 2024

Titanic passenger's postcard sent days before sinking sells for big bucks at auction

A postcard from a passenger aboard the Titanic that was sent out three days before the great ship sank has sold for more than $25,000 along with other Titanic memorabilia.

November 18, 2024

Outrage ensues in Rome over Airbnb's gladiator 'battles' coming to Colosseum

The Colosseum and Airbnb are facing backlash from some Italian officials and residents after announcing a partnership to bring back gladiator "battles" in Rome for two nights only.

November 15, 2024

Scientists in Argentina unearth oldest tadpole fossil ever discovered

A search for dinosaur fossils unintentionally shifted into a discovery of the oldest tadpole ever discovered when a team exploring in Argentina came across the find.

November 15, 2024

Most popular travel destinations seen on Google, social media: report

A travel company released a report revealing popular destinations by analyzing social media posts and Google searches. From the U.S. to Japan and more, see what people are searching for.