The Latest Breaking News from Rome

After 105 years of waiting, Italy finally brings home a $17.5 million Etruscan treasure

In 1921, Italy first wanted something it couldn't have. On this Monday in Rome, the Italian government finally got it. The François Tombone, one of the greatest surviving pieces of ancient painting on Earth, now belongs to the state. Italy paid $17.5 million for it. That might sound like a…

The Times of India · Jun 4

Reviewing every team in the Giro d'Italia 2026 – Who flew and who flopped?

Cyclingnews analyses the performances, success and failures of all 23 teams at the corsa rosa

Cycling News · Jun 4

On This Day, June 4: Iran's supreme leader elected, women's suffrage bill passed, ATM patent approved, D-Day delayed, first shopping cart introduced, Henry Ford's first car ride and National Hug Your Cat Day

June 4 marks a day of global historical significance. Major events include the Tiananmen Square crackdown, the liberation of Rome in World War II, and the first successful test drive of Henry Ford's automobile. The date also saw the release of Metallica's 'Load' and the granting of the ATM patent.

The Economic Times · Jun 3

New Italian heroes, Visma-Lease a Bike merch, and Vingegaard's emotions – Maybe not a vintage GC edition, but here's what made this Giro d'Italia special

Stephen Farrand reflects on covering this year's Giro d'Italia on the ground

Cycling News · Jun 1

Sharp edges, the exuberance of youth, and 'burning race numbers' – the hits and misses of the Giro d'Italia 2026

We take a look at who suits pink and for whom this corsa was not so bella

Cycling Weekly · Jun 1

Maps are powerful political tools shaping a nation’s past, present and future – counter maps allow everyday people to reclaim the narrative

Throughout time, maps have been useful tools for those in power to stake their claim over territories and markets. Politicians start nationwide redistricting battles to ensure partisan control, weakening the power of voters. The Trump administration’s geopolitical posturing over Greenland builds on a long history of imperialism aided by maps.…

The Conversation · Jun 1

'I believe I will be in very, very good shape for the Tour de France' – Jonas Vingegaard allows himself a week of post-Giro rest before eyeing up yellow jersey

All very much on track with the first part of the Giro-Tour double masterplan

Cycling News · Jun 1

Giro d'Italia podium secured, so is lining up at the Tour de France the next step for Jai Hindley?

'If I have a week on the couch and then try and start training again I think it would be nice to do the Tour' says Australian as he makes pitch for support role in July

Cycling News · Jun 1

Vingegaard wins Giro d'Italia to complete Grand Tour set

ROME - Jonas Vingegaard sealed his Giro d'Italia triumph on Sunday, riding into Rome in pink on the final stage won by home hero Jonathan Milan, and becoming the only active rider to have claimed all three Grand Tours.

Bangkok Post · Jun 1

'It's a really big achievement in my small career' - Paul Magnier shows his sprinting prowess at Giro d'Italia

Soudal-QuickStep sprinter misses out in Rome but celebrates a breakthrough Giro

Cycling News · May 31