2,000-Year-Old ‘Tomb of Cerberus’ Coffin Is Cracked Open in Italy
The recent opening of the 2,000-year-old “Tomb of Cerberus” in Naples, Italy, has unveiled fascinating insights into the lives and burial practices of an ancient Roman family. Discovered in 2023 near Giugliano, this well-preserved tomb is adorned with elaborate frescoes ...
US Returns 600 Stolen Ancient Artifacts Worth $80 Million to Italy ‘Where it Belongs’
The United States recently returned a significant collection of 600 ancient artifacts, valued at approximately €80 million, to Italy, reaffirming the importance of preserving cultural heritage. These artifacts, which range from the 9th century BCE to the 4th century CE, include ...
This Couple Was Saving for Their First Home in Chicago, but Bought a $25,000 House in Italy Instead
Kristina Knighten and her husband, Paul Cordier, were determined to invest in their future by buying their first home in Chicago. With their combined savings of nearly $40,000 from working as TEFL-certified teachers in the UAE, they explored the possibility of purchasing a multi-family ...
This Airport Terminal in Florence Will Produce Wine in Its Rooftop Vineyard
The upcoming Aeroporto Amerigo Vespucci in Florence, Italy, promises a unique experience for travelers with its innovative design inspired by the local tradition of wine production. Designed by Rafael Viñoly Architects, the airport terminal will feature a sprawling rooftop vineyard, ...
People on This Island in Italy Live to 100 – Here’s a Look at Their Diet for Longevity
Sardinia, Italy, stands as one of the world’s renowned “Blue Zones,” where an exceptional number of individuals achieve the remarkable milestone of living to 100 years or beyond. The key to the longevity observed in this region lies not only in the genes but also ...
Guardians of the World’s Largest Mechanical Puzzle Collection Relocate to Italy
George and Roxanne Miller, owners of the world’s largest collection of mechanical puzzles, have recently relocated their extensive collection from Puzzle Palace in Boca Raton, Florida, to a 15th-century, 52-room castle in Panicale, central Italy. The Miller collection comprises ...
Greccio: The Italian Village That’s Home to the World’s First Nativity Scene
In the picturesque village of Greccio, nestled on a cliffside in Umbria, Italy, Christmas is not confined to a single season but a year-round affair. Greccio holds a unique claim to fame as the birthplace of the world’s first nativity scene, created by St. Francis of Assisi ...
Discovery of Ancient Bronze Statues in Italy May Rewrite Etruscan and Roman History
In a stunning archaeological discovery in 2022, that promises to reshape our understanding of Etruscan and Roman history, a team of archaeologists working in the hot springs of the Tuscan town of San Casciano dei Bagni unearthed valuable pieces of ancient bronze statues dating back ...
