Several options are available to the Holy Father, who has pledged to heal divisions and build bridges within the Church.

Art fraud was a common occurrence in the Italian Renaissance. Even a young Michelangelo took part in such a scheme, long ...

Centro Storico is the place if you want to be closest to the major attractions in Milan. It tends to be full of tourists with ...

ROME — The Roman basilica of the Augustinians — Pope Leo XIV’s religious order — preserves an iconic painting of the Virgin Mary by Caravaggio, the blockbuster artist who revolutionized the use of ...

For a particularly meaningful way to visit Rome’s major churches - and to sidestep the crowds - try following in the ...

A census of the 'forgotten' graves at Verano, distinguishing those with high historical value (to be entrusted to the ...

A little known palace, part of the Bargello Museums complex, tells the Baroque history of one of Florence's most important ...

The Polychroma collection, presented at the Sicilian town's ancient Greek theater, celebrates Bulgari's expertise with colorful precious gems and exceptional craftsmanship.

High school students take AP® exams and IB exams to earn college credit and demonstrate success at college-level coursework. U.S. News calculated a College Readiness Index based on AP/IB exam ...

Explore Santa Cruz County’s arts scene: Kuumbwa Jazz Center’s 50th anniversary, LGBTQ+ Pride concert, Maggie Smith’s book talk, The NEXTies awards, “Curious Incident” play, Boardwalk drone show, Brad ...

The Tuscan-born sculptor returns to Florence's public spaces with works that celebrate peace, harmony and nature. Recognized internationally, Roggi’s monumental bronzes blend expressive power with ...

Works that regain light, even when they have over seven centuries of history: like the 'Ecce Homo' kept in the Basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore, one of the highlights of the historic center.