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White House 6 hours ago

Trump: Jimmy Carter died a happy man because Biden holds title for ‘worst’ president in history

President Donald Trump said the late President Jimmy Carter could die peacefully knowing he wasn’t the worst U.S. president.

Pope Francis 8 hours ago

Pope Francis visits Rome prison during Holy Week

Pope Francis kept annual Holy Week appointment visiting dozens of inmates in a Rome prison on Thursday. The 88-year-old is still recovering from pneumonia.

White House 1 day ago

JD Vance gears up to talk economic priorities during trips to Italy, India

Vance and the second family are poised to meet with and “discuss shared economic and geopolitical priorities with leaders in each country."

Travel 3 days ago

Popular beach destination requires tourists to book spots via app or website

Some beaches in Sardinia, Italy, are planning to implement a new digitized system requiring tourists to reserve a spot on the beach through an app or on a website. The process begins soon.

Pope Francis 4 days ago

Pope Francis makes appearance after Palm Sunday mass at the Vatican

Pope Francis is still recovering from double pneumonia, but the 88-year-old still met with faithful after the Palm Sunday mass at the Vatican on April 13, 2025.

Crime 5 days ago

Amanda Knox says Catholic priest ‘saw my humanity’ in prison, helped restore faith in herself

When Amanda Knox was behind bars in Italy, she befriended an Italian priest, Don Saulo. Knox, now a mother of two, has written a new book, "Free: My Search for Meaning."

Travel April 10

Tourists ripped off at popular landmark by 'impossible' ticketing schemes attract investigation

Italian ticketing agencies were hit with $22 million in fines for making it "essentially impossible" for tourists to get basic tickets to visit the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

Archaeology April 7

Ancient settlement reveals remains of 1,800-year-old dog, baffling experts: 'Preserved quite well'

Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome, shedding light on the widespread practice of ritual sacrifice in antiquity.

Crime April 6

Amanda Knox gives warning to students wanting to study abroad, 10 years after being acquitted of murder

Amanda Knox, a married mother of two, gives advice to students and their parents on whether study abroad is a safe option in 2025. She has a new book, "Free: My Search for Meaning."

Politics April 6

Musk says he hopes for 'zero tariffs,' freedom of trade zone between US and Europe

Elon Musk says he wants to see tariffs between the U.S. and Europe eliminated in favor of a free trade zone.

Archaeology April 2

Ancient tomb tied to Roman gladiator discovered by archaeologists

Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a gladiator's epitaph. Coins, lamps and vases were also found.

Travel March 28

Ancient Jewish ritual bath, oldest of its kind in Europe, uncovered by archaeologists

Archeologists recently uncovered an historic 1,600-year-old Jewish bath known as a mikveh in Ostia Antica, the archaeological site of an ancient Roman city.

Pope Francis March 25

Pope Francis' doctors considered ending treatment, said 'there was a real risk he might not make it': report

Doctors taking care of Pope Francis weighed ending their treatment at one point as there “was a risk that he would not make it," a report said.

Pope Francis March 22

Pope Francis set to be discharged from hospital on Sunday: doctors

A doctor at a hospital in Rome where Pope Francis has been treated for "acute respiratory failure" said Saturday the Holy Father will be discharged on Sunday.

Travel March 21

Travel hot spot seeks emergency declaration over massive bug infestation

Orbetello, Italy, located in the Tuscan region, seeks an emergency declaration over swarms of midges ahead of the busy tourist season. Fishermen say dead fish attracted the bugs.

Italy March 19

6 migrants dead, dozens missing after shipwreck near Italy

The Italian Coast Guard recovered six bodies and is searching for up to 40 migrants who are still missing after a shipwreck in the Mediterranean.

Pope Francis March 18

King Charles III to meet Pope Francis during visit to Vatican next month

King Charles III is set to have an audience with Pope Francis during a visit to the Vatican next month, suggesting there is optimism the pontiff will be back at work by then.

World March 16

Pope Francis seen for first time since being admitted to hospital: photo

The Vatican unveiled a photo of Pope Francis observing Mass on Sunday, highlighting his gradual health improvement over the past few days.

Pope Francis March 8

Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement' during fourth week in hospital, Vatican says

Pope Francis has apparently shown "slight improvement" and is responding will to oxygen therapy, the Vatican said on Saturday. This is the pope's fourth week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.

Pope Francis March 5

Pope Francis increases physical therapy, condition remains 'guarded,' Vatican says

Pope Francis's condition remains "guarded" as of Wednesday, Vatican says.

Pope Francis March 4

Pope Francis to resume mechanical ventilation as his condition remains stable, Vatican says

Pope Francis will resume "non-invasive mechanical ventilation" Tuesday despite his condition remaining stable, the Vatican announced in an evening update.

Vatican March 2

Pope Francis believes 'papacy is for life,' says historian-biographer

Reporting from Rome, Fox News' Lauren Green writes that papal historian Austen Ivereigh is trying to dispel rumors that Pope Francis might resign amid his current health crisis.

Pope Francis February 24

Pope Francis' health shows 'slight improvement' as he has 'resumed work,' Vatican says

Pope Francis' health showed a “slight improvement" Monday as he “resumed work" at the hospital and called a priest at a parish in Gaza, the Vatican said.

World February 24

Pope Francis suffering from 'mild renal insufficiency,' though condition remains 'under control,' Vatican says

Vatican officials announced on Sunday that Pope Francis is currently suffering from "mild renal insufficiency" amid his treatment for bilateral pneumonia.

Travel February 23

Video shows Italian fighter jets escorting American Airlines flight to Rome amid 'security concern'

An American Airlines flight out of New York City traveling to New Delhi, India was diverted on Sunday afternoon after a "security concern" prompted the detour.

Pope Francis February 21

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 February 20

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.

Travel February 20

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 February 19

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.

Pope Francis February 19

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.