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Pope Francis is 'fine,' condition not life-threatening, doctors say

February 21, 2025

Pope Francis is 'fine,' condition not life-threatening, doctors say

Pope Francis "is fine" as his medical condition is not life-threatening, but he is not being released from the hospital yet, this doctors in Italy announced.

Pope Francis got out of bed to eat breakfast on 7th day in hospital: Vatican

February 20, 2025

Pope Francis got out of bed to eat breakfast on 7th day in hospital: Vatican

Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized since Feb. 14, apparently got out of bed for breakfast and is showing "slight improvement" in his medical tests, according to Vatican News.

Carnival crowds and travel gridlock make life 'difficult' as social media users chime in

February 20, 2025

Carnival crowds and travel gridlock make life 'difficult' as social media users chime in

Tourists flock to Venice, Italy, for the Carnival celebration, with social media users calling out the amount of crowds that are gathering as the city looks to curb overtourism.

Pope Francis shows slight improvement, receives visit from Italian PM Giorgia Meloni

February 19, 2025

Pope Francis shows slight improvement, receives visit from Italian PM Giorgia Meloni

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis in the hospital on Wednesday where she spent 20 minutes with the 88-year-old pontiff.

Italian Prime Minister Meloni visits Pope Francis in hospital, says he's in good spirits

February 19, 2025

Italian Prime Minister Meloni visits Pope Francis in hospital, says he's in good spirits

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni visited Pope Francis in hospital on Wednesday and reported he was full of good humor following his diagnosis of pneumonia and a bronchial infection.

'Father' of Nutella, world's most famous hazelnut spread, dies at 97

February 17, 2025

'Father' of Nutella, world's most famous hazelnut spread, dies at 97

Francesco Rivella, who is better known as the "Father of Nutella" for his role in creating the world's most famous hazelnut spread, died at age 97 on Feb. 14, 2025.

Archaeologists uncover ancient 'city of the dead' in Italy: 'Perfectly preserved'

February 17, 2025

Archaeologists uncover ancient 'city of the dead' in Italy: 'Perfectly preserved'

Officials from the Italian province of Trentino announced the recent discovery of a "monumental necropolis" from the Iron Age, dating back over 3,000 years.

Sicilian mafia bosses complain on wiretaps about lack of quality recruits, reminisce about 'The Godfather'

February 15, 2025

Sicilian mafia bosses complain on wiretaps about lack of quality recruits, reminisce about 'The Godfather'

Italian authorities have caught mob bosses being wiretapped in the country complaining about a lack of high quality recruits and reminiscing about the old days and "The Godfather."

Pope Francis will remain in hospital, Vatican says

February 15, 2025

Pope Francis will remain in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis will remain in the hospital for treatment, the Vatican said. He was admitted on Friday after holding audiences due to respiratory issues.

Popular travel destination doubles controversial day-tripper tax, sparks reactions on social media

February 11, 2025

Popular travel destination doubles controversial day-tripper tax, sparks reactions on social media

Venice, Italy, has doubled its "access fee" pass from $5 to $10 if travelers book a trip to the city within three days. The tax was implemented to curb overtourism.