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Valentino Garavani Dead at 90: The Man Who Made Elegance Red

Valentino Garavani, the Italian fashion designer whose name became synonymous with timeless elegance, the power of glamour, and the enduring allure of couture, has died at the age of 93. His passing on Monday at his residence in Rome was confirmed by a statement from the Valentino Foundation, noting that…

Latin Times

Valentino death latest: Gwyneth Paltrow toasts ‘end of an era’ after death of Italian fashion icon

Valentino Garavani died in Rome surrounded by his loved ones, it was announced Monday

The Independent UK

Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies aged 93 in Rome

Valentino Garavani, the iconic Italian designer known for his glamorous gowns and signature "Valentino red," has died at 93

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Valentino, 'The Last Emperor' of Italian fashion dies aged 93

Valentino, the renowned Italian fashion designer who proudly boasted he "knows what women want" has died in Rome. His sumptuous creations saw him crowned the king of the red carpet for major celebrities needing to be dressed to impress.

Euronews

Valentino Garavani death: Italian designer who dressed Jackie Kennedy and helped define modern glamour dies at 93

The acclaimed designer, known for dressing Jacqueline Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and Julia Roberts, died in Rome earlier today

The Independent UK

Explore Europe the slow and scenic way: Five popular flights you can swap for ferries and trains

You’ll miss finding out part of what Europe has to offer if you’re 35,000 feet up in the air in a plane. Here’s how the continent’s trains and ferries can give you a more fulfilling vacation

The Independent UK

London named as 'the best food city in the world', ahead of Rome, Paris and Bangkok

Paris came in fifth

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Two Political Prisoners in Venezuela Describe Their Ordeal In Captivity: 'Treated As Less Than Dogs'

As reported by El País, Alberto Trentini and Mario Burlò were the Italian nationals who returned to Rome on Jan. 13 after spending more than a year imprisoned in Venezuela.

Latin Times

Valentino Rossi’s VR46 team launches 2026 MotoGP bike in Rome

A revised paint job was unveiled for VR46 as the team enters its fifth season in MotoGP

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Ancient Rome meets modern technology as tourists visit restored, frescoed home via livestream tours

A restored ancient Roman home has opened to digital visitors, with technology offering a closer look at its frescoes and history.

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Jewelled eels, beards of gold and unfathomable cruelty: 5 of ancient Rome’s most eccentric leaders

Ancient Roman political leaders could be violent and cruel. Some had odd tastes and were out of touch. Others had wildly eccentric habits that might seem amusing today.

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You can now visit Rome’s ancient attractions from the comfort of your own home

One of the best-preserved ancient Roman homes on the Palatine Hill is opening to the public for the first time

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Spurs transfer news: Radu Dragusin waiting on Roma green light as Mathys Tel 'eyes loan exit'

“Gladiators belong to Rome”, says Tottenham defender’s agent amid strong Serie A interest

Evening Standard

The 10 Best Splurge Destinations for Retirees in 2026

Come for the luxury vacation. Retire for the lifestyle (if the vacay goes well). What better way to test a location for retiring abroad?

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Did Leonardo da Vinci paint a nude Mona Lisa? I may have just solved this centuries-old mystery

It is one of the most tantalising – and entertaining – puzzles in art, stretching from the Louvre to the Loire via, well, Norfolk. And our critic thinks he has just worked it out

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Swap Rome for one of these five alternative breathtaking Italian cities

While the Eternal City is one of the country’s headline act, it does come with one major downside: the crowds. So here are some quieter destinations where you’ll find culture on par

Euronews

European Commission piles up concessions for Paris and Rome hoping to seal Mercosur signature

From early cash to relaxing duties, the Commission makes tailor-made overtures for France and Italy as Mercosur trade deal enters final stretch. Rome signals it is open to signing it, Paris remains cautious in heated domestic debate with more protests planned this week from farmers.

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Italy mourns Swiss bar fire victims with funerals in Milan, Rome and Bologna

Italian schools observed a minute's silence in memory of the victims, while the schools attended by the teenagers who lost their lives suspended classes to "remember the young victims and express closeness to their families."

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The Independent UK

Inside three travel disasters that turned dream trips into chaos

The tales of nightmare vacations came courtesy of an annual contest to find the ‘world’s unluckiest travelers’

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Italy seeks carbon border tax freeze on fertilisers, raising stakes for Mercosur deal

Rome’s backing for the Mercosur deal is still not guaranteed, even after the Commission offered earlier funding for farmers. Rome is now calling for the EU's carbon tax to be lifted. Mercosur signature may still be delayed.

Euronews

Help for heritage: Rome to charge tourists to visit Trevi Fountain

Tourists in Rome next month will have to pay two euros to visit the Trevi Fountain, but entry remains free for residents. The measure is the latest in a series of heritage preservation schemes in Europe where cities such as Venice, Athens and Seville are increasing efforts to protect monuments.

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Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door at St Peter's to end Jubilee year

Pope Leo XIV closed the 2025 Holy Year by denouncing consumerism and anti-foreigner sentiment, after 33 million Catholic pilgrims visited Rome. He urged Christians to welcome strangers and pursue peace.

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Pope closes 2025 Holy Year and signals his pontificate can now begin in earnest

Pope Leo XIV has closed the Vatican’s 2025 Holy Year, marking the end of a yearlong celebration that drew 33 million pilgrims to Rome

The Independent UK

Emily in Paris creator teases new location for sixth season after Italian detour

‘If I can take the audience on a journey somewhere else, I would love that … (it’s) fun to think about,’ says Darren Star

The Independent UK

Vatican claims a Holy Year success with 33 million pilgrims

The Vatican has given a final accounting of its 2025 Holy Year

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