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Traditionalist SSPX Defies Pope Leo XIV by Consecrating 4 Bishops Without His Approval – What This Means

The unauthorised ceremony at the SSPX's Écône seminary echoes the group's historic 1988 split with Rome and has renewed fears of a deeper divide within the Catholic Church.

International Business Times UK

Pope calls on Lefebvrists to halt bishop ordinations

The Pope has issued a direct and personal appeal, urging the traditionalists to return to full communion with the Catholic Church.

Euronews

Tourists soldier on in Rome despite heatwave

Europe's scorching heatwave is forcing tourists to reconsider their travel plans, with many finding Rome's 36C temperatures unbearable, even with misting machines. Visitors from India and the US, accustomed to air-conditioned environments, are struggling, with some considering visiting during cooler shoulder seasons. The extreme heat is impacting everyone, from families…

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‘I thought of her as a volcano’: the triumphant art and very troubling death of Ana Mendieta

Her shocking performances and stunning images made Mendieta the talk of the art world in the 1970s and 80s. Then she fell from a New York apartment block in 1985 – and her husband was charged with murder. As a major exhibition comes to London, her friends discuss her genius…

The Guardian - UK

Former BBC director-general issues stark warning on UK media: ‘Rome is burning’

His comments came as the House of Lords discussed the Media Green Paper, which set out the government’s new strategic direction

The Independent UK

‘A man does not die alone’: Chilling messages left by Bangladeshi man before killing family of 3 in Italy

A haunting social media message has surfaced in connection with a horrific triple homicide in Rome, where a father, mother, and their young daughter were discovered lifeless. The primary suspect, 43-year-old Shahadat Hossain from Bangladesh, is the focus of an extensive manhunt by the police. His ominous post, stating, 'A…

The Times of India

Italian National Championships: Jonathan Milan sprints to first road race title after Lidl-Trek keep rivals under firm control

Isolated Milan beat Tommaso Dati and Alessandro Romele to the line

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‘Vespa is a way of life’: Thousands ride through Rome as Italy’s iconic scooter turns 80

Thousands of Vespa enthusiasts rode through Rome on Saturday as Italy celebrated the 80th anniversary of its iconic scooter. Created in the aftermath of World War II, the Vespa has evolved from an affordable means of transport into a global symbol of Italian design, lifestyle and cinematic glamour.

France 24

'The Romans were probably never going to go away': In new 'Almost History' podcast, listen to how history might have played out if Carthage had defeated the Roman Republic

A new podcast from All About History magazine dives into an alternate reality of what may have happened during the famous battles between Carthage and Rome.

LiveScience

Vespa celebrates 80 years with a grand parade in Rome

Thousands of enthusiasts took to Rome’s streets to mark the Vespa’s 80th anniversary, with 160 models on show tracing the brand’s history from 1946 to today.

Euronews

Photos show Vespa enthusiasts buzzing through Rome celebrating the little scooter's 80th anniversary

Around 15,000 Vespas buzzed through Rome on Saturday, celebrating the scooter's 80th anniversary. Enthusiasts from Europe, the US, Australia and the Philippines gathered to honor the iconic brand. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

The Independent UK

More than 15,000 Vespas from across the world swarm Rome as iconic scooter celebrates anniversary

Enthusiasts from across Europe, England, San Francisco, Australia’s Gold Coast, and the Philippines gathered

The Independent UK

Thousands expected for Vespa celebration in Rome

ROME - An icon for the Italian way of life, the Vespa is celebrating its 80th birthday with thousands of drivers expected to zip around Rome in the legendary scooters on Saturday.

Bangkok Post

‘Very worried’: Rome airports could suspend new EES border checks over fears of summer travel chaos

There have already been calls to put the system on hold and airports requiring extra security to manage queues.

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The Independent UK

Rome airports could suspend new EU border checks to stop summer travel queues

‘The process proves to be incompatible with the peak volumes that we are going to face,’ said Italian airport CEO

Euronews

EU ban on Russian combatants faces resistance from France and Italy

Rome and Paris have cited legal and technical concerns over how the ban should be applied in practice.

France 24

Divorce, Italian style: Is Meloni-Trump row bringing Europe closer together?

Has Trump whispering run its course? Ask the now departing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who famously brought that letter of invitation from the king to the Oval Office, or Hungary’s ousted leader Viktor Orban. And how about the very public breakup with the only European leader invited to Donald…

The Conversation

Morocco’s hidden history: archaeology, DNA and carbon dating rewrite the story of the ancient world

For decades, stories about the ancient Mediterranean have centred on the grand cultures of Greece, Rome, Phoenicia and Egypt. North-west Africa seldom enters the picture before the arrival of Phoenician traders on the Moroccan coast about 3,000 years ago.

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The Guardian - UK

Rome airports threaten to suspend new EU passport system to avoid summer ‘disaster’

Airports CEO says letting non-EU passengers skip entry-exit system would be only way to avoid peak season travel chaos

International Business Times UK

Fans Gush as Tom Holland Calls Zendaya by Her Middle Name 'Maree' in Cute Clip From 'Spider-Man' Press Tour

Tom Holland affectionately called Zendaya by her middle name, 'Maree', during the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere in Rome, sparking fan excitement and offering a rare glimpse into their relationship.

The Conversation

Will a peace deal between Iran and the US hold? Lessons from ancient Rome and Persia

“Making peace with Iran may be just as painful as winning the war,” a recent CNN report noted. As negotiations roll on during a shaky ceasefire, what a deal between the US and Iran might look like and whether it holds is anyone’s guess.

The Times of India

‘Suffered a heatstroke’: Italy rebuts Nato chief Rutte's claim on US flights supporting Iran strikes

Italy has refuted Nato chief Mark Rutte's claim that hundreds of US aircraft flew from Italian bases for operations against Iran. Rome insists only technical and logistical support was authorized, not combat missions. This clarification follows Rutte's remarks to Fox News, which sparked political backlash in Italy. The government maintains…

Euronews

Madrid, Woody Allen's new cinematic muse

Woody Allen’s next film, set entirely in Madrid, will treat the city as a star. Filming begins in October, following in the footsteps of New York, Paris, Rome and Barcelona.

Budget and the Bees

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best-of-the-Best Destinations List Crowns Bali, Rome, Marrakech & Bangkok — Ideal for a Summer “Eat, Pray, Love” Escape

TripAdvisor’s 2026 Best Destinations has travelers dreaming bigger this summer, especially with Bali, Rome, Marrakech, and Bangkok standing out as unforgettable escapes. The annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations rankings are based on reviews and ratings collected over 12 months, making them a useful snapshot of where travelers…

The Independent UK

These traditionalist Catholics are defying Pope Leo XIV, and embracing their outsider status

A breakaway group of traditionalist Catholics will challenge Pope Leo XIV’s authority next week by consecrating four bishops without his consent

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